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Canadian Centre for Skills Development o/a
Travel College Canada is
registered as a private career college under the
Private Career
Colleges Act, 2005. Our PCC ID is 103101.
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM:
It is ideal for the individual planning to
start and/or manage their own "Home Based" travel business
and those interested in training
and working toward a career in travel management.
To best benefit from this program the student needs to be focused and dedicated to professional and personal success – high standards are imperative.
Graduates from this program are granted educational credits from CITC (Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors) toward the CTM (Certified Travel Manager) designation.
ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS
Our instructors are selected for their extensive experience,
knowledge and skills in the travel industry and dedication to provide care, support and encouragement
to ensure a great training experience. This results in highly trained
self-confident graduates.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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information click
Career Opportunities
for Graduates:
For more information please read on...
Curriculum includes International & Canadian Content:
Classroom instruction is enriched by research assignments; field
trips; guest speakers; and industry
events (when possible).
TRAVEL & TOURISM COURSES:
TRA101: Travel & Tourism Essentials:
The student will learn all aspects of:
- Leisure/Vacation & Corporate/Business Travel
- Assessing client needs, and researching the best
product within budget
- Recommending, selling and booking the right
travel products for the right client including appropriate travel
insurance
- Where, When and How to make bookings
- Understanding and explaining industry codes, terms and
definitions to clients
TRA102: Tourism Geography & World
Destinations The student will study:
- Major tourist countries and cities
- Tourist
attractions
- Climate and best time of year to travel
- Entry
requirements/travel documentation e.g. passports, visas, health
- General security policy and procedures
TRA103: Sales Development & Customer Care The
student will learn:
- How to sell and provide excellence in customer care
- Professional telephone skills
- To develop more self-confidence
- Great public speaking techniqiues
- How to manage travelers with special
needs
- "Niche" or
specialty travel
markets e.g. Adventure; cruises; luxury; spas/wellness; weddings & honeymoons;
special interest and group travel
TRA104: Airline Industry, Fares & Ticketing
The student
will:
- Understand and apply Domestic & International
fares, rules and regulations
- Learn industry codes, terms and terminology
- Be knowledgeable on general security policies and procedures
GDS (Global Distribution
System) also known as CRS (Computer Reservations System): As technology is rapidly changing the
college reserves the right to make changes as deemed necessary:
GDS101: APOLLO™ /Galileo International Inc. ™
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT COURSE:
BUS101: How
to Start a Small Business
The student will learn about types of businesses, licensing, registration, bonding and insurance; possible areas of specialty (niche markets e.g.
Adventure travel, luxury, cruises, weddings, honeymoons, spas/wellness etc).
Writing a Business Plan is a major assignment.
Those considering a
career as a Home Based Travel Agent will be particularly interested in learning
about the importance of selecting the best company to partner (associate) with.
BUS102: Financial Matters (Management)
The student will learn about the accounting cycle including the flow of monies, and
the importance of budgeting,
planning and financial forecasting
BUS103: Marketing,
Advertising & Sales (Plans and Budgets)
The student will learn various ways of promoting products and
services and the importance of preparing Plans and Budgets to
ensure success
BUS104: Human Resources Management
The student will
learn about employment and labour laws; employer/ee liabilities and rights; employment contracts; how to search, interview
and hire the best; and how to determine and write job descriptions
BUS105: Office Computer Training
Microsoft Office: Word, Power Point & Excel
Note:
Each of the above courses may be taken separately if the student is,
or has been in the travel industry and requires upgrading in a particular
subject or is planning to write the CITC Work Paper as part of the requirement for the
professional designation CTM (Certified Travel Manager).
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Special Features at NO ADDITIONAL
COST:
- As of July 1, 2009 those who sell, counsel or provide
travel advice to consumers on behalf of Ontario travel companies
must be certified by TICO
(Travel Industry Council of Ontario).
We provide a pre exam prep course and proctoring
at no charge for students in our International Travel & Tourism or International Tourism
Management Diploma Program. Value $199.00
Note: The student pays the
required on-line exam fee directly to CITC/TICO.
- True Colors®, A psychology based self-assessment enables participants to learn more about their temperament type.
This helps increase
self-confidence & self esteem essential to personal and professional
success. Value $350.00
- Additional E-Learning Online Training
Courses: We are
pleased to have built excellent working relationships with travel
suppliers who allow us to offer our students "travel agent training
courses" ranging from two to four hours.
Upon
successful completion, the student will earn a certificate
provided by the travel supplier which helps increase job opportunities.
- Career Counselling & Job Search Assistance: The student will learn how to
create
effective resumes and cover letters; prepare for interviews and understand the
job search process.
- Field Trips & Guest Speakers (when scheduling permits): Value..Priceless
Popular Add-on Certificate Course:
Microsoft Office: Word, Power
Point & Excel. Inquire about special rates for registered
students.
FEES
2011-2012:
Tuition: CAD 8540.00
Books & Materials:
+ CAD 875.00
Application, Processing, Testing or Assessment: + CAD 150.00
International Students: Add CAD 1735.00
Tuition is tax deductible.
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Start Training then Start Working
Choose Your
Best Start Date:
2011: Oct. 24,
Dec.12
2012: Jan 9, Feb 27, Mar 19. May 7
For future dates kindly contact our office.
This 800 hour program is now available in a choice of two formats:
Fast Track Option
22 weeks
(approx. 5 months)
9 am to 4 pm
or
32
weeks
(approx. 7 months)
9 am to 2 pm
Please email
info@travelcollege.ca
or
call 416.481.2265
to check space in your preferred start date.
How to Register
In person:
Contact our office to arrange a day/time to visit and
register as our office hours vary.
Please download, print, read and complete the program
Enrolment Contract
and bring it with you when registering.
Please read
Statement of Students' Rights and Responsibilities (Ministry
of Training, Colleges & Universities).
Out of town applicants
Please email, fax, X-Press
Post (mail) or courier the completed Enrolment Contract and supporting
documents.
Program prerequisite: OSSD (Ontario Secondary School
Diploma) or out of province/country equivalent. An applicant who
has not graduated high school may apply as a Mature Student (18 yrs. and
over) and pass an Assessment test.
When the Applicant is accepted into the program, the required
payment as shown on the Enrolment Contract must be forwarded to the
college.
Bank Transfer is the best, most efficient form of payment.
Visa and MasterCard is accepted
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