• Are you passionate about tourism and the environment?
• Do you wish to become an outdoor tour guide?
• Are you a Tour Operator of an outdoor walking experience on a cultural or heritage site?
• Are you working in the Tourism Industry and wish to elevate your skills and knowledge?

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below.  You must:

• Love the outdoors.
• Be physically fit and can walk on formed earthen tracks, some of which could be unstable or have natural obstacles such as roots, small logs, steeps and slopes.
• Be comfortable with nature (e.g., insects, spiders, reptiles) and environmental conditions (e.g., sun, heat, rain, wind).
• Enjoy sharing stories about local areas, history, heritage and other cultures.
• Have Good time-management.
• Possess good problem-solving skills and the ability to respond to immediate safety risks.
• Show well-developed communication and listening skills to liaise and work with a range of people.

You will learn to bushwalk safely and environmentally soundly in the natural environment on marked trails. You will learn about specific equipment, suitable clothing and footwear, waterproof gear, safe manual handling techniques, obstacles, steps, slopes, maintaining pace, negotiating hazards, handling emergencies, managing participants, communication protocols, using maps and guides, looking after the natural environment, not impacting cultural and heritage sites, permits and permissions.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on-site and/or online as outlined in the study mode; undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, and research to successfully complete this course; and complete assessment requirements of this course.

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry. 

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from diverse backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust. Show social and cultural sensitivity.
• Teamwork and Safety – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback. Participate in safe work practices.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary. Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student.
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.