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SIT10122 Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture)

2026

Sector

Vocational Education and Training

Industry Group

TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

Occupation Type

Tourist Information Officer

AFB: This course may be ABSTUDY approved, and attract Away From Base (AFB) funding and support for eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. For further information and/or eligibility, please visit cdu.edu/afb.

General Description

Availability: Applications are open for 2026.
Online Application: This course not available for online application. Please contact the team on the details below for further information on how to apply.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: Currently not available as either an apprenticeship or traineeship.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who participate in a range of routine and predictable tourism work activities. They work under close supervision and are given clear directions to complete tasks.

This qualification provides a pathway to work in a range of job roles in the tourism industry in organisations with an Australian Indigenous focus. These include tour operators or operators of a site, cultural or heritage centre. Individuals may have a very specific role, as an Australian Indigenous person or other individual approved of by local elders to share aspects of their culture with visitors in a formal or informal way.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Delivery Details
Location	Remote
Duration	12 months part-time *Duration may vary depending on how long a student takes to reach the required competency level
Study Mode	Face-to-face *Information relating to study modes can be found in the 2026 TAFE Student Guide
Start Date	02/02/2026 to 07/12/2026 *A course timetable/study plan will be provided on application for the course.
Attendance	Block delivery Attendance is by arrangement with the delivery team

Career Opportunities

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

assistant in an Indigenous cultural centre
assistant Indigenous guide
Indigenous storyteller

Course Information Flyer(s)

SIT10122 Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture) - 2026

Locations and Study Mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.

Locations: Remote

Study Mode: On campus

Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Entry Requirements Domestic

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

A pre-enrolment induction will be conducted, and students will be required to complete a learner support indicator to determine any learner support requirements. A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Required Resources

Students are issued with the required learning and assessment materials for each unit.

Duration
Estimated completion time: 0.5 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 12 months part-time. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Student Visa holders must study internally full time

Contact Details

To find out more about the course, where and when it is offered, how to enrol or any other information please contact:

Tourism, Recreation and Beauty Services
Location: Palmerston and Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7800 (PAL) 08 8959 5461 (ASP)
Email: vet.thr@cdu.edu.au