Faculty of Humanities and Social Science

N6 Certificate: Tourism

It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last dates of examinations for N6 Tourism have been published. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please enquire with our student advisors to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative, also consider:


  • Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Computer Information Systems


Obtain the theoretical foundation required for a National Diploma Tourism with the National Certificate: N6 Tourism course. Complementing this qualification is a practical component that involves 24 months of industry-relevant work experience, ensuring a comprehensive educational journey in the field.



  • The course advances administrative career prospects in the Tourism environment, enhances Tourism administration skills, and prepares students for further progression or future university-level education.

Duration of Study

1 Year

Fact Sheet

Course code:

EN6028-04


Accreditation status:

  • Fully accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
  • SAQA ID: 67013
  • NQF Level 5
  • 60 Credits


Duration:

12 months


Entry requirements:

N5 Tourism qualification


Topics covered:

  • Travel Services N6
  • Hotel Reception N6
  • Travel Office Procedures N6
  • Tourist Destinations N6


Assessments:

Students are required to complete the following:

  • 1 assignment per topic (subject)
  • 2 internal summative assessments per topic (subject)
  • 1 external exam per topic (subject)



Type of certificate awarded:

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement: N6 Tourism from the DHET.

After students have completed this course and submitted proof that they have gained 18 months of relevant practical experience, they will be awarded a National N6 Diploma (360 credits) from the DHET.