The Tour Guide Training Corporation of Canada has an important screening process to ensure students are truly suited for travel work. After filling out a general application, applicants will be contacted by one of our staff for a personal orientation. During that orientation, all aspects of Tour Directing and Guiding will be discussed so those applicants truly understand the role required.

Early application is recommended because of the limited class sizes. Classes are based on minimum number of students and are subject to change.

Basic Requirements

1. English comprehension
2. Canadian High School Diploma or equivalent
3. High level of social communication skills
4. Previous travel work is an asset, but not a requirement

Enrollment Process

1. General application sent to TGT
2. Orientation of 30 minutes by telephone
3. Acceptance into program
4. Initial payment of $100 deposit for registration
5. Training package sent to student with information how to prepare for travel work career.
6. 15 days prior to program, the final payment is due.

Tuition Breakdown
Registration Fee: $100
Training Manual: $400
Tuition: $700
Coach Tour: $900
Total is $2,100 Canadian Dollars (plus applicable taxes)

Costs Include:

1. In class lectures
2. Professional Tour Manager Training Program Manual
3. Transportation on field studies
4. Accommodation during field studies tour (double occupancy)
5. Professional Tour Manager Certificate
6. Personal resume creation session
7. Job placement assistance as long as you work in the industry
8. Coach Entertainment Kit
9. Canadian Commentary CD
10. 200 Travel Work business cards

Participants are graded on a combination of oral presentations, classroom participation, examinations, and homework assignments.

Grading:
A = 90 - 100 (Strongly recommended to be a Tour Manager)
B = 80 - 89 (Recommended to be a Tour Manager)
C = 70 - 79 (Marginally qualified to be a Tour Manager)
D = Below 70 (Unsatisfactory)

Attendance:
Participants are required to attend all class and fieldwork sessions. No credit for previous experience will be granted.

Certification:
Participants must attain a passing grade in all subjects to successfully complete the training. Recognition is provided in way of a certificate confirming your competence to be a Professional Tour Manager.

Dismissal:
Dismissals are rare, but TGT reserves the right to dismiss a student at their discretion. Refunds are made in accordance with the refund policies.

Refund Policy:
Participants have the right to cancel the enrollment agreement at any time. Refunds in accordance with the following conditions:

Prior to start of first class   full refund, less registration fee
After class start, pro-rata refund of tuition for unfinished session
Upon completion of 50% no refunds will be granted

Materials/Manuals: If participant returns the materials in good condition within 5 days following withdrawal, a full refund of materials will be refunded.

Course Cancellation: If TGT cancels a course a full refund of all charges will be granted. Refunds will be paid within 30 days of cancellation.