Earn a Professional Certification

Since 1964, The Travel Institute has been certifying travel professionals worldwide. Certification matters, and it shows that you are committed to the Travel Industry in a profound way.

Why Be Certified?
Earn a Travel Institute certification and demonstrate to your customers the value of dealing with a dedicated professional who delivers real value and exceptional service. When you earn a CTA, CTC or CTIE designation you will:

  • Set yourself apart from the competition.
  • Achieve recognition and credibility from your peers and customers.
  • Advance your career and increase your job satisfaction.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to your profession.
  • Receive valuable courses.
  • Earn more money.
  • Be listed on The Travel Institute’s Web site (members only).

Certified Travel Associate (CTA) : Designed for frontline professionals. Close more sales, fine-tune customer service skills, and improve communication.

Certified Travel Counselor (CTC) : Designed for owners and managers. Analyze new business opportunities and develop marketing strategies.

Certified Travel Industry Executive (CTIE) : Equivalent to CTC, this program is designed for travel professionals in a non-counseling management position. Invest in your career with professional certification.

Travel Introductory Program (TRIP): If you are new to the industry or thinking of starting a travel career, but you don’t qualify yet for one of our certifications, consider ordering our TRIP program. This program is designed to provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge to prepare you for a travel career.

For additional information about The Travel Institute’s Certification Workshops, please email Patty Noonan, CTC at pnoonan@thetravelinstitute.com.

For additional information about The Travel Institute’s certification programs, call 800-542-4282 or email info@thetravelinstitute.com.

“My CTC designation is a mark of excellence and professionalism to me and to those who interact with me, as clients and peers in the travel industry. In the travel industry’s ever changing landscape, I find the knowledge and skills learned through the coursework, powerful tools and faithful allies in managing my career.”

      Nancy Anderson, CTC
      VantagePoint Venture Partners
    San Bruno, CA 94066

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