Train to become a travel industry professional in this flexible online course.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- Travel Career Development and accompanying workbook
- Exploring the World and accompanying workbook
Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.
Together, travel and tourism make up one of the world's largest industries. While the internet has made travel booking easier, travel agents continue to play a vital role in luxury, corporate, and group travel. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an estimated 8,200 job openings for travel agents annually, on average, by 2033. As the industry continues to expand, now is the perfect opportunity to become a skilled travel agent and enroll in an online travel agent certification course.
This online travel agent training covers a broad range of topics to ensure you are thoroughly prepared for your new career, including an introduction to the travel industry, an overview of key professional skills, basic/international and destination geography, and an introduction to international and air travel. Additionally, you will review transportation and career development fundamentals and learn about sales and marketing in the travel industry.
The training also introduces you to Travefy, a leading platform for travel advisors. You will receive a 12-month subscription and learn how to begin creating and managing itineraries, proposals, and client communications effectively. Access to this software is especially beneficial for those looking to start or expand their own businesses.
By completing your online travel agent course, you will gain a deep understanding of both travel and tourism so you can help clients research, plan, and book their trips. Furthermore, you will prepare to take the TAP (Travel Agent Proficiency) test, offered by the Travel Institute (formerly ICTA), with the registration fee for this test included with your online travel agent course.
- Introduction to the Travel Industry
- Professional Skills
- Basic/International Geography
- Destination Geography
- Introduction to International Travel
- Introduction to Air Travel
- Transportation
- Career Development
- Sales and Marketing for Travel
What you will learn
- Watch the video overview of our online Travel Agent certification course
- Obtain everything you need to know about the travel industry, including airline and ground transportation, hotels and resorts, cruises, tours, specialty travel, and more
- Review all the international and domestic travel destinations that you are most likely to recommend and sell to your clients
- Gain the customer service and marketing skills needed as a travel professional
- Learn how to use Travefy's itinerary builder and CRM software with hands-on activities
How you will benefit
- Become eligible to sit for the Travel Agent Proficiency (TAP) test, offered by the Travel Institute (formerly ICTA)
- Get a 12-month subscription for Travefy as part of your enrollment
- Access to Travefy training resources and advanced software features
- Obtain the knowledge you need to get started in your travel career
- Discover how to gain and help future clients achieve their travel plans
Helene K. Liatsos
Helene K. Liatsos is a consultant for small businesses, travel agencies, and home-based business startups with more than 25 years of experience. Along with a successful career in the travel industry, working with airlines, hotels, and travel agencies, Helene established her own business management company, Home Office Management Experts, and was awarded the 2004 Home-Based Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. As a QuickBooks Certified Advisor, she provides bookkeeping, payroll and QuickBooks training services. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University.