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Gauteng Travel Academy is happy to announce that applications for the  National Certificate in General Travel NQF 5 are available for 2026 through TWF PTA in association at GTA.

Closing date for applications: 06 February 2026

IMPORTANT:

• Carefully read the qualifying criteria and follow the instructions on how to apply. 
• Please note that any incorrect applications will not be accepted into the next stage of the application process.

• What are the qualifying criteria?

  For consideration, a candidate must

  • Be aged 18 to 25 years.
  • Be proficient in English (speak, read and write)
  • Must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate.
  • Be computer literate.
  • Grade 12 Tourism is compulsory.
  • Not be permanently employed.
  • Not previously or currently been enrolled on any qualification at a training institution.
  • No criminal record
  • Not previously or currently be registered on any other Learnerships.
  • Have their own accommodation and transport.
  • Include 1 head & shoulder size photo of yourself on your CV.
  • Learnerships runs from 01 April 2026 – 31 March 2027.

  Closing date for applicants: 06 February 2026

  How to apply:

   

  Candidates should send their CV (not exceeding 2 pages) that includes 1 head & shoulder size photo on the CV, a clear copy of their ID, and a clear copy of their Grade 12 Certificate to learnership@travelacademy.co.za .

  ONLY application receive via the indicated email will be accepted for review. Make sure the candidates correct email address and cell phone number is included on their CV.

  A general knowledge test to be conducted as well as a face-to-face interview, after which a decision will be made on whether the candidate is successful or not.

  ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS BY NO LATER THAN 17 February 2026.

  Course Start Date: 01 April 2026

  Course Venue: GTA Pretoria, Menlo Park.

Thank you,

GTA Management.

Exit Level Outcomes:

This qualification consists of 10 Clusters that make up 23 modules -

Cluster 1: Induction

Unit ID 7799 - Maintain a Safe Working Environment

Unit ID 7800 - Health, Safety & a Professional Appearance

Cluster 2: Introduction to Tourism and the role of travel services

Unit ID 7935 - Analyse Tourism Industry and the links between the various sectors

Unit ID 7937 - Describe the world from a travel perspective

Unit ID 7782 - Analyse a business and the way it functions

Cluster 3: South Africa as a Tourism Destination

Unit ID 7944 - Demonstrate Knowledge of South Africa as a travel destination

Unit ID 7941 - Access information on Travel Products and Services

Cluster 4: Computers and Business Technology

Unit ID 7786 - Operate a computer

Unit ID 7785 - Function in a business environment

Cluster 5: Galileo

Unit ID - Galileo Full Reservations Course

Cluster 6: Accommodation, Support and Transport Services

Unit ID 7940 - Advise customers on Travel Entry Documents and assist with application

Unit ID 7938 - Land Travel and Accommodation

Cluster 7: Air Travel and Procedures

Unit ID 7936 - Analyse Airport and Custom Systems

Unit ID 7939 - Book and Issue Documentation for Point to Point Air Travel

Unit ID 7700 - Provide a Collection and Delivery Service

Cluster 8: Finance

Unit ID 7942 - Demonstrate basic FOREX transactions and FOREX conversions

Unit ID 7788 - Process Payments

Cluster 9: Telephone Techniques

Unit ID 7790/7663 - Process incoming and outgoing telephone calls/ Handling mail and messages

Unit ID 7794 - Communicate verbally

Unit ID 7784 - Communicate in a Business Environment
 

Cluster 10: Customer Service and Selling Skills

Unit ID 7791 -Display Cultural Awareness in Dealing with Customers and Colleagues

Unit ID 14734 - Deal with Customers

Unit ID 7787 - Sell Products and Services

For more information, please refer to our news section where all admission pertaining to this qualification will be provided. Alternatively, Contact us at 012 424 4666 and ask for Natalie, our Training Coordinator.