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Welcome to Travel Training College


About Us

More than 25 years of experience in the Travel Industry.

We know the requirements of this growing industry and are committed to provide the industry with well equipped learners and future employees.

The Travel Training College specialises in providing training for the Travel and Tourism Industry, offering quality training experiences and outstanding student support services. We further have a network of employment partners which results in high graduate employment rates.

 

The Importance of choosing the right school...

Employment and career success is directly related to the quality of training, reputation and recognition of the training institution with employers. Students at Travel Training College have the opportunity to gain on the job experience while studying towards a Diploma in Retail Travel. Join the other graduates successfully employed by the Travel Industry by enrolling on one of our courses.

 

Why choose us?

  • Our trainers are experienced within the travel industry with years of hands-on experience
  • All our courses are THETA modular based and tailor-made to meet the specific needs of the Travel Industry.
  • Short courses can be held either on-site or at an external venue

We look forward in providing you with your training needs and to help you grow into a dynamic and successful individual.

Our vocational and career-orientated qualifications combine both theoretical and practical components and provide learners with the skills to perform their duties as employees in the Travel Industry

 

Let's take-off TOGETHER!

Would you like to enter the exciting world of Travel? Travel Training College will ensure that you have all the necessary skills to become part of this exhilarating world! Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in Southern Africa offering more than five hundred thousand people employment.

During our 2 year programme you will experience excursions to OR Tambo International Airport, Roves Rail, Hotels, Car Rental Companies and a luxury rail experience providing you with all the tools to have a complete understanding of the different components of the Travel industry.

Learners will be places with various companies to complete an experiential learning component to provide them with a holistic experience of the Travel Industry. This will also provide them with a practical component within the working environment and make them employable. Travel Training College will make the necessary arrangements for these placements and provide assistance in placing these students on completion of their studies. The learners will complete a portfolio of evidence to indicate experience gained in different areas of the industry, it is important to note that no payment will be received by the learners when completing this component and that this will form a crucial part of their learning experience.

Career Opportunities

The following opportunities exist in this dynamic industry:

  • Airlines
  • Car Rental Industry
  • Hotels
  • Cruise Ships
  • Event Management
  • Travel Consultants
  • Adventure Programs Access
  • Foreign Exchange
  • Government Tourism Agencies
  • Tourism Information Bureaus
  • Wholesale Tour Operators
  • Game Lodges
  • Luxury Rail
  • Summer Camps

Year One

Certificate in General Travel:

This programme will prepare the learner for an entry-level position in the Travel Industry.

Certification:

On successful completion of the programme, the learner will receive a Certificate in General Travel, equivalent to the National Certificate: General Travel SAQA ID 14119, NQF level 5.

Course Outline:

- Entrepreneurship:

Function in a business environment
Analyze a business and determine the way it functions
Life skills

- Business English and Communications:

Communicate verbally
Display cultural awareness in dealing with customers and colleagues
Maintain health, hygiene and a professional appearance

- Sales and Marketing of a Small Business:

Customer care
Sell products and services
Provide customer services
Technology in a Small Business

- Computer Skills:

Operate a computer using Windows, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

- Travel Agency Operations and Procedures:

Travel Products and services
Layout, services and facilities of an organization
Travel Documents and Entry Requirements
Documentation for travel related services
Customer advice on document applications and regulations
Foreign Exchange and other financial transactions
Process payments

- Tourism Destinations of Southern, Eastern and Central Africa:

South Africa as a travel destination
The South African provinces, cities and attractions
Southern and Central Africa as tourist destinations
Eastern Africa, the Indian Ocean Islands and Maldives as tourist destinations
Plan and develop an itinerary

- Fares 1:

Airport and custom services
Calculating of domestic and Regional point to point fares

Year Two

Diploma in Retail Travel:

This program will prepare the learner for a travel consultant or as a customer sales agent within an Airline.

Certification:

On successful completion of the programme, the learner will receive a Diploma in Retail General Travel, equivalent to the National Diploma: Retail Travel SAQA ID 14122, NQF level 5.

Course Outline:

- Travel Agency Operations and Procedures 2:

Travel Insurance
Analyze the tourism industry and make recommendations on products and services
Deal with suppliers
Book and issue documentation for cruises.
International Rail
International Car and Camper Rental
International Entry Requirements

- Tourism Destinations of the World:

World destinations from a travel perspective
Europe West of the Ural Mountains including Scandinavia
Middle and Far East
America - North, South and Central
Asia and Australasia

- Billing and Settlement Plan:

Process payments in accordance with the billing and settlement plan for Southern Africa

- International Fares:

Airline Terminology
Collect, analyze, organize and critically evaluate information
Construct fares for multi-sector journeys, applying the mileage concept
Applications to unpublished fares
Calculate fares for journeys with surface sectors
Complete automated and manual fare calculations in detail

- Additional Certification:

Galileo Southern Africa

- Optional Additional Certification:

IATA BSPZA

- Optional Additional International Certification:

IATAUFTAA- Diploma Foundation Course

- Optional Additional - Beginners Course

Domestic Fares & Ticketing (Fares within Africa)

Suitable for students for no Travel Background. Encompasses – Industry organizations, city codes, airline codes, baggage allowance, UM’S, Medicals, domestic fares manual completion of hand issued tickets, MPD’s.

Contact Us

Contact Name :

Telephone No. :

Fax No. :

Email :

Information Request :

Appointments :

Postal Address :

Mrs, Ria Bezuidenhout

0861 00 777 0

086 635 1738

ttc@travelcollege.co.za

info@travelcollege.co.za

ria@ataraxiatours.co.za

P. O. Box 9922
Kempton Gate
1617

Jnr & Senior Reservation Consultants

Ataraxia Tours & Travel requires a Reservation consultant in our Europe, Far East, America and Africa Departments. You’ll need to be sales driven, have at least 3 years res and travel experience and be fully committed to delivering exceptional service standards. A good track record and previous referrals will enhance your opportunity to be interviewed.

Date:

19 July 2008

City/Town:

Kempton Park

Location:

Gauteng

Wage/Salary:

Neg.

Start:

1 September 2008

Duration:

Full Time

Type:

Full Time

How to apply:

Email your CV

Company:

Ataraxia Tours & Travel

Contact:

Ria Bezuidenhout

Phone:

0861 00 777 0

Fax:

086 635 1738

Email:

ria@ataraxiatours.co.za

Eligibility note:

It is unlawful to employ a person who does not have permission to live and work in South Africa. Unless the advert states otherwise, please ensure you have this permission before applying.

Online Enrolment Application

Enrolment Application Contract - Travel Training College

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