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On-line Travel Career Education
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Travel Agent Training Center
On-line Travel Career Education
Course
Descriptions
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Welcome to AAA Travel Agent Training Center On-line Career Education Program. You are about to enter the exciting world of travel and learn the many skills required to become successful in this field. Becoming a travel agent is not an easy task. A travel agent has to be very knowledgeable and our course will get you started with the basic information you will need. You will find however, learning never stops in this business and is one of the many reasons people are enjoying this field.
On-line career
education is very different from a traditional classroom setting. It takes
self-discipline, determination and a commitment on your part to complete
this extensive program. This program is designed to train you how to become
a travel agent with the option of pursuing a career with a travel agency or
the knowledge to open your own home-based travel business. Opening your own
business also requires self-discipline, determination and the commitment to
succeed so you are an ideal candidate for this course. If you are going to purchase individual modules, we suggest to take them in order. If you want a good solid overview of the travel industry and travel agent skills, Module I will be a good start for you. If you are already working in the travel industry and considering opening your own home-based travel agency, then Module IV will walk you through the steps. Module I – Travel Career Development (Travel Theory)
Module II – Exploring the World (Geography)
Module III – Cruising…A Guide to the Cruise Industry
Module IV – How to Start A Home-Based Travel Agency
(Go to Course Costs for details on course prices.) {Optional Module}Module V – Computer Reservation System Training
This module is optional but recommended for students interested in pursuing a career working with a travel agency or airline. Agencies utilize the GDS (Global Distribution Systems) for booking air, cars, hotels, cruises, tours and packages and invoicing. However, more and more travel suppliers are offering on-line booking for travel agents. If you are planning on starting a home-based travel business, this module is not necessary. To learn more about computer reservation training click here! Suggested hours and pacing for course:
Realistic
schedule: Study 5 hours
per week, complete course in 5 months
Manageable
schedule: Study 10 hours
per week, complete course in 2½ months
Aggressive
schedule: Study 20 hours
per week, complete course in 1½ months These are suggested schedules. Once you enroll in the program, The Travel Agent Training Center will offer you support for six months at which time you should have completed all courses. You will be notified of the dates your support from The Travel Agent Training Center will be offered. If you do not complete the course within the six months time frame and you require additional support, you can purchase additional support hours. Contact The Travel Agent Training Center for more information. You will receive a certificate of completion for each course module. Are you ready to purchase! Go to the On-line Store link.
6600 AAA Drive •
Charlotte, NC 28212
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