N4-N6 Tourism - Bakersfield Fet college

TOURISM

N4-N6: Tourism (leads to diploma)

NATIONAL CERTIFICATES N4-N6: Tourism

The National Certificates N4-N6 in Tourism are accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training and quality assured by Umalusi.

The Tourism industry is an exciting and fluid one in which students have to be committed, passionate and willing to display excellent customer service skills. A career in Tourism is demanding and requires people with good interpersonal and communication skills, a dedication to quality and good service. Students are thus equipped with the necessary knowledge, practical skills, competence and understanding required for successful employment in the Travel and Tourism industry. These certificates can be converted to a National N-Diploma after 18 months’ industry/practical has been completed and evidence submitted to the Department of Higher Education and Training.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

What do I need to have completed before I can apply to study this course?

THE FOLLOWING ARE REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION INTO THIS COURSE:

Grade 12, or Level 4 National Certificate (NQF), or an NC(V) Level 4.
Enrolment in January and July

COURSE DURATION

How long will it take to complete the qualification?

6 months for each of the certificates on a full-time basis (N4, N5 and N6). The course will be run on a distance and full-time basis (4 days theoretical classes and 1 day work-based experience.)
To obtain a National N-Diploma in Tourism requires a minimum of 18 months’ theoretical study plus 18 months’ of work-based experience

COURSE LOCATION

Where can I study this course?

NATIONAL CERTIFICATES N4-N6: Tourism is only available at:

Klerksdorp Campus

Tel: 018 462 4848, Cell/Whatsapp: 082 939 0487

Address: 22 Boom Street, Klerksdorp Central. Opposite Nedbank.

Email: klerksdorp@bakersfieldfetcollege.co.za

DHET EXAM CENTER NUMBER: 099999 2931

Mahikeng Campus

Tel: 018 464 1060, Cell/Whatsapp: 082 939 0487

Address: 253 Robinson Street, Mahikeng Central. Opposite Mahikeng Community Library.

Email: mahikeng@bakersfieldfetcollege.co.za

DHET EXAM CENTER NUMBER: 099999 2940

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

What will I be studying during this course?

NATIONAL N4 Certificate

Tourist Destinations N4
Travel Services N4
Tourism Communication N4
Travel Office Procedures N4

NATIONAL N5 Certificate

Tourist Destinations N5
Travel Services N5
Tourism Communication N5
Travel Office Procedures N5

NATIONAL N6 Certificate

Tourist Destinations N6
Travel Services N6
Travel Office Procedures N6
Hotel Reception N6

CAREER OPTIONS & GENERAL FAQ's

What will I be able to do after I've obtained this qualification?

You will be equipped with the skills to provide the traveler with excellent customer service and to effectively and efficiently assist clients with reservations, information and assistance to make their travel experience memorable and hassle-free.

What will I be qualified as after completing the course?

Students will be employable in the various sectors of the Travel and Tourism industry in a junior position.

Airline Ground Crew
Car Rental Agents
Foreign Exchange Agents
Reservation Agents at Inter-City Coach companies
Junior Travel Consultants
Tour Operators
Tourism Information Officer
Cruise Consultant
Front Office/Reservation Officers in the accommodation sector

In which industries will I be able to work?

Tourism and Hospitality Industry

How can I further improve my skills as well as as my career?

After completing this qualification and achieving the necessary entry requirements at academic level you will be able to continue studying in a Travel and Tourism-related field at an institution specifically focused on education and training for this industry, e.g., at a University of Technology. Students who successfully complete the qualification will also have the option of being awarded with the National Diploma in Tourism once you have completed an 18-month period of work in the industry. This Diploma is awarded by the Department of Higher Education and Training.