National Certificate in Tourism (Introductory Skills) - Level 2
This qualification has been specifically designed for secondary school students and provides students with an introduction to the tourism industry. It recognises the knowledge and skills required as a base for further training in the tourism industry.
- Qualification Number: 0875
- Level: 2
- File downloads: 0875-4.pdf (117 KB)
The Compulsory section ensures people awarded with this qualification are able to demonstrate knowledge of tourist characteristics and needs, the business of tourism, destination New Zealand, world tourist destinations, and work roles in tourism. Elective 1 includes basic literacy and numeracy skills.
In Elective 2, Set A is intended for use in New Zealand secondary schools and provides students with the opportunity to learn a variety of knowledge and skills required in the New Zealand tourism industry. Set B is intended for secondary schools in the Cook Islands and covers knowledge and skills relevant to the Cook Islands tourism industry.
This qualification prepares people for entry to the National Certificate in Tourism (Core Skills) (Level 3) [Ref: 0876], which in turn can lead to qualifications and careers in outbound travel such as travel consultancy or wholesale travel, and inbound tourism within the New Zealand tourism industry.
Replacement Information
This qualification replaced the National Certificate in Tourism (Level 2) [Ref: 0310].
