This comprehensive computerised reservations system module is a Unit of Competency from the THT02 Tourism Training Package. The Unit deals with the skills and knowledge required to correctly operate a computerised reservations system international air itineraries and cost normal international airfares and can be found in three national qualification levels:

• THT30302: Certificate III in Tourism (International Retail Travel Sales)
• THT40202: Certificate IV in Tourism (Operations)
• THT50302: Diploma of Tourism (Operations Management
  

The Construct Normal International Airfares module comprises correspondence learning workbooks with fares and ticketing activities and a practical assignment project booklet containing your fares and ticketing assessment tasks.

The course module should take you around 60 hours to complete. You do this in the comfort of your own home. You are assigned a qualified industry travel tutor who will mark your assignment project and give you feedback and guidance. Your tutor (along with Student Services) will also provide you with personal support and assistance throughout your unit of study.

Once you have successfully completed the unit you will be awarded a nationally recognised qualification that you can submit to the Department of Fair Trading or appropriate office in your state or territory.

Download the relevant information on Travel Agent Licensing below:

Travel Agents Licensing Guide

Also, you can visit the Department of Fair Trading, which provides information on applications and licensing in NSW. Note: the regulations for applying for a Travel Agent's Licence changed with the Travel Agents Act 2006, which now applies to all states and territories in Australia.

About Travel Agent Licensing

You should also check the Travel Compensation Fund website regarding compulsory insurance:

Travel Compensation Fund website

Career opportunities include: Travel Agent, Travel Agency Manager

Industries include: tourism, hospitality, corporate travel.