Level 3 Tourism
L3TOU Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Vicki Cotton.
Pre-requisitesPrior study at Year 12 is helpful but not essential.
Internal Credits: 18 External Credits: 0
This course prepares students for a future in the Tourism industry. Possible careers in the Tourism industry include travel agent, flight attendant, cruise ship staff, tour guide and adventure guide, to name a few. Studying Tourism also supports careers in hospitality, public relations, retail and recreation. Students study unit standards through New Zealand School of Tourism. These focus on destination specific tourist attractions in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific and also Maaori tourism. Tourism is a good supporting subject for students of Geography, Economics and PE.
Learning Areas:
Assessment Policy & Procedures Career Pathways
Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Tour Guide, Travel Agent/Adviser, Cook, Holiday Park Manager, Bartender, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Hotel Porter, Maitre d’Hotel
Equipment/Stationery/TripsFieldtrip to Waitomo