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Unit Group
4618 Travel Consultants
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
4618 Travel Consultants
Plan and book domestic and international travel, accommodation and associated arrangements for clients.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience
Occupation
461831 Travel Consultant
Plans and books domestic and international travel, accommodation and associated arrangements for clients.
Alternative titles
- Travel Adviser
- Travel Agent
Specialisations
- Corporate Travel Consultant
- Cruise Travel Consultant
- Group Travel Consultant
- Inbound Tour Consultant
- International Travel Consultant
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Consults with clients to determine their travel needs and preferences
- Provides information and advice on travel destinations, accommodation options, transportation, medical requirements and baggage limits
- Makes and confirms travel bookings, including transportation, accommodation, vehicle hire and tours
- Prepares travel itineraries and provides clients with necessary travel documents
- Assists clients with visa applications, government regulations and travel insurance
- Resolves any issues or problems that may arise during travel, such as flight delays or cancellations
- Promotes and sells travel packages and special offers to clients
- Maintains accurate records of client bookings and payments