Description

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in an administrative or operational events support role. Event organisation and management takes place across the full spectrum of business and community activity. The qualification has particular relevance in the community, cultural, hospitality, sporting and tourism sectors.
Work would be undertaken in an office environment where event planning and organisation takes place, at an event site or a combination of both.
The qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
The qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Job roles
Individuals with this qualification are able to work in a range of organisations where event management takes place, and such organisations are diverse in nature. Examples include professional conference organisers, exhibition and event management companies, sporting associations, community organisations, hospitality and cultural venues.
Possible job titles include:
event assistant
event administrative assistant
event operations assistant
event operative
conference assistant
exhibitions assistant.
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisites for entry to this qualification.