
1-year CATHSSETA Accredited, NQF Level 4 Further Education & Training Certificate, in Tourist Guiding
Tourist guiding is a very critical component of the tourism value chain. They play an essential role in ensuring repeat tourist visitation to South Africa through creating a positive image of our country.
In South Africa, tourist guiding is a regulated profession governed by national legislation and policies. Any person that would like to become a tourist guide must undergo training as part of a formal qualification registered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), Upon being deemed competent, such person will receive a certificate issued by the Culture, Arts, Tourism Hospitality and Sports Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA).
The manner in which tourist guides interact and treat tourists is very important because it gives a lasting impression about the country in general. The Code of Conduct and Ethics that tourist guides sign prescribe the way in which qualified, legally registered tourist guides must conduct themselves whilst on duty.
Our sister company, Global Training College SA offers this 11 month course which is accredited by CATHSSETA. An NQF Level 4, Further Education and Training Certificate is issued upon learner qualification.
Adventure Guides: Rock Climbing, Paddling, Abseiling, etc.
Nature Guides: Game Reserves, National Parks, Nature Conservation Areas, Trails etc.
Cultural Guides: Museums, Community, Wine Farms, City Guiding etc.