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IATA Entry Level Travel Agent Training       

Want to enter the travel industry, but not sure where to start?

The following programs and products are designed to provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge to prepare you to advance your career. These are completed AFTER you're Leisure Travel Consultant program.

The Travel Introductory Program (TRIP) - Home Based $275.00 ($419 value) THIS PRICE IS ALREADY INCLUDED ON THE PRICE YOU SEE ON COMPARABLE TRAINING. THESE COURSES ARE TAKEN AFTER COMPLETION OF THE LEISURE TRAVEL CONSULTANT TRAINING.


Kick off your travel career by purchasing a comprehensive collection of essential tools for entry-level professionals. Here's what's included:

  • Travel Career Development, 8th Edition ($69 value). This book, the nation's leading authoritative travel and tourism textbook, provides the educational foundation needed in the travel industry.
     
  • Travel Career Development Workbook ($20 value). This companion workbook contains exercises that correspond to each chapter of the text emphasizing hands-on learning.
     
  • Exploring the World: Geography for Travel Professionals 2nd Edition ($69 value). This engaging and carefully structured text builds on the reader's spirit of adventure and love of travel while developing geographic literacy.
     
  • Exploring the World: Geography for Travel Professionals, Student Workbook, 2nd Edition ($20 value).
    The Student Workbook is recommended for use with the Exploring the World text. It contains exercises that correspond to each chapter and emphasize hands-on learning.
     
  • TAP Test Voucher ($90 value) The Travel Agent Proficiency (TAP) test measures the entry-level knowledge of travel professionals. Earning the TAP Test credential increases your competitive edge with prospective employers.
     
  • NEW: Sabre Personal Trainer Coupon (savings of $80 off list price). TRIP includes a coupon worth $80 off the purchase price of Sabre Personal Trainer. The CD is ideal for individuals interested in beginning a career in the travel industry.
  • Home-Based Travel Agent, by Kelly Monaghan, CTC. This popular book, now in its 5th edition, provides detailed instructions on how to set up your business, how to legally earn a commission on all travel you sell, how to make your first bookings, how to find (and keep) customers, and much more.
  • Exploring the World Test Voucher

     

 

Key Benefits

  • Prepare yourself for the nationally/industry recognized TAP test.
  • This training will take off where your Virtual Trainer leaves off
  • I will personally be there to tutor you on travel concepts that you don't understand, and mentor you in starting your own travel business. You will also be earning 50% commission from any bookings on your own website while you learn!

  • Education For Individuals
      

    IATA offers an array of educational and professional development opportunities to help you achieve your goals.

    When you choose this program, you join thousands of top travel professionals, who, over a forty year period, have set the standards for best practices in the industry. Embark on the path to professional growth with The Travel Institute and benefit from:

     
    • The industry standard in education and certification since 1964.
       
    • Quality educational programs written by subject matter experts.
       
    • Flexible programs that you can customize to meet your needs.
       
    • Certifications at all levels that are widely recognized both in the industry and by consumers as representing the top travel professionals.
       
    • A community of knowledge and insight that fosters networking and idea exchange.
       
    • Skills that will grow your business and increase your bottom line!