Tourism Courses At Tvet College

Tourism Courses At Tvet College

South Africa has some of the most beautiful tourist attractions in the world, the industry is one that is always expanding and exciting. Continue reading to learn which Tvet institutions offer courses in tourism if you’re considering a career in the industry.

The Travel & tourism certificate program covers public relations-related careers in the tourist and hospitality sectors, as well as tourism basics including tour guiding, tour operators, and game rangers. This program combines theoretical and academic knowledge with useful skills and moral principles.

The majority of these college-level tourism courses are offered in the form of certificates, which may help you gain a job in the industry.

What exactly does the National Certificate (Tourism) program entail at Tvet College?

Each of the NQF Levels 2, 3, and 4 offers a curriculum called the National Certificate (Tourism). The goal of this curriculum is to teach tourism theory and practice. The study’s practical component may be delivered in the workplace or in a simulated working setting. It will give kids the chance to experience real-world employment settings while they are still in school.

What are the minimum entry requirements for the program?

For entry into the National Certificate (Tourism) at NQF Level 2, you require:

•  A year-end school report for grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 certificates; or
• An NQF Level 1 qualification; or
•  An approved bridging program designed for the specific purpose of accessing NQF Level 2; or
•  A Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment to meet the basic requirements for access to NQF Level 2.

How long does the qualification last?

At each of the NQF levels of study, the National Certificate (Tourism) curriculum lasts a full year. Upon successful completion of each level of study—Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4—a student is awarded a certificate.

What subjects are included in the National Certificate in Tourism?

A student must take a total of 7 topics to receive a National Certificate (Tourism). 3 core subjects and 4 career-related subjects are included.

The 3 fundamental subjects are

•  First additional language – which must be the language of teaching and learning;
•  Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy; and
•  Life Orientation.

What are the Vocational subjects in Tourism?

The vocational subjects in Tourism are:

•  Science in Tourism
•  Client Services and Human Relations
•  Sustainable Tourism in South Africa
•  Tourism Operations

What vocational activities would this give you access to?

•  Work as a tour guide
•  Own a tourism business
•  Work at a hotel or any other travel site
• Take up opportunities to market South Africa
• Plan tours of South Africa and SADC

The National Certificate (Tourism) provides an opportunity to access careers in any of the sectors listed below:

• Accommodation management
• Conference and events planning
• Restaurant and food services
• Tourism development
• Transportation management
• Travel counseling
• Further studies at Universities of Technology
•  Game ranging and safari work

Tvet Colleges Offering Tourism Courses

Eastern Cape

• Buffalo City TVET College
• Eastcape Midlands TVET College
• Ikhala TVET College
• Ingwe TVET College
• King Hintsa TVET College
• King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College
• Lovedale TVET College
• Port Elizabeth TVET College

Free State

• Flavius Mareka TVET College
• Goldfields TVET College
• Maluti TVET College
• Motheo TVET College

Gauteng

• Central Johannesburg TVET College
• Ekurhuleni East TVET College
• Ekurhuleni West TVET College
• Sedibeng TVET College
• South West Gauteng TVET College
• Tshwane North TVET College
• Tshwane South TVET College
• Western TVET College

KwaZulu-Natal

• Coastal TVET College
• Elangeni TVET College
• Esayidi TVET College
• Majuba TVET College
• Mnambithi TVET College
• Mthashana TVET College
• Thekwini TVET College
• Umfolozi TVET College
• Umgungundlovu TVET College

Limpopo

• Capricorn TVET College
• Lephalale TVET College
• Letaba TVET College
• Mopani South East TVET College
• Sekhukhune TVET College
• Vhembe TVET College
• Waterberg TVET College

Mpumalanga

• Ehlanzeni TVET College
• Gert Sibande TVET College
• Nkangala TVET College

Northern Cape

• Northern Cape Urban TVET College
• Northern Cape Rural TVET College

North West

• Orbit TVET College
• Taletso TVET College
• Vuselela TVET College

Western Cape

• Boland TVET College
• College of Cape Town
• False Bay TVET College
• Northlink TVET College
• South Cape TVET College
• West Coast TVET College

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