Tourism - Travel Studies
Description
Program Details
- Program Code: TTS1
- Credential: Ontario College Certificate
- Duration: 28 weeks
- Program Availability
- Full time Offerings: January 2025, September 2025
- Part Time Offerings: January, 2025 May 2025, September 2025
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Prepare for a career as a travel advisor with Fanshawe’s Tourism - Travel Studies program. This one-year, online, Ontario College Certificate program is designed for students seeking a career in the travel and tourism industry and taking their career to the next level as a travel advisor. Learn the fundamentals of travel studies in a flexible learning environment designed to suit your lifestyle.
In our travel courses, you’ll learn customer sales and service, travel business operations, travel systems software and emerging technology trends. Graduates are prepared to take the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) exam, widely recognized as the industry standard for travel advisors. Additionally, employers recognize that this program is officially endorsed by the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA). Upon graduation, students may choose to continue their studies by entering the second year of the Tourism - Travel diploma program.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature applicant with the following courses:
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 11 Math (C, M or U)
Students who do not meet these requirements are recommended for academic upgrading. A conditional offer may be possible with proof of enrolment.
Courses
Year 1
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- TRAV-1033 Fundamentals of Travel
- TRAV-1027 Destination Geography
- COMP-1512 Travel Systems & Software
- TOUR-1009 Sales & Customer Service
- MMED-1065 Emerging Technology Trends
- TRAV-1028 Attractions & Tourism
- BUSI-1169 Travel Business Operations
- DEVL-1046 Career Strategies
- TRAV-3016 Flights & Fares
- TRAV-1029 The Tour Industry
- TRAV-1030 Transportation & Hospitality
- COMM-1129 Workplace Writing Skills
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe's Tourism - Travel Studies program may find employment in the retail travel industry as travel advisors, home-based travel agents and independent consultants. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge to adapt readily to positions in travel agencies, customer services roles and reservations.
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe's Tourism - Travel Studies program:
- Travel Advisor/ Counsellor
- Home Based Travel Agent and Independent Travel Advisor
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Overview
- Institution: Fanshawe College
- Program type: Ontario College Certificate
- Language: English
- Program Code: TTS1
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.