Online Class: The Modern Travel Agent

This course offers both the history and future prospects of the travel industry as well as discusses different types of travel enjoyed by individuals, including domestic and international travel and travel by land, air, and sea.
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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 15
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 1,294
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Anyone interested in beginning a profession as a travel agent should first determine the type of skills, training and certification necessary to provide travel services for clients--whether you work at an established travel agency, as an independent contractor, or as a home-based travel agent.

This course offers both the history and future prospects of the travel industry as well as discusses different types of travel enjoyed by individuals, including domestic and international travel and travel by land, air, and sea. Popular travel services will also be explored, including escorted and self-directed tours and cruises. We'll also talk about travel technology that helps not only travel agents but also clients to get the most for their money regardless of their chosen type of travel.

This travel agent course also introduces students to the office and business needs of a home-based travel agent. It will show you how to make use of computer reservations systems, and how to bank your business, develop small business know-how and will provide tips and strategies that will enhance the success of your new business while at the same time offering clients well-planned vacations.

Students of this course will also learn the basics about passports and visas and various regulations and restrictions determined by embassies around the world--offering customers and clients up-to-date travel warnings and alerts that ensure ultimate safety and security.

Additionally, students completing this course will understand how a travel agent is able to match travel and personalities to a multitude of travel options and opportunities that take into consideration budgets, needs, and desires of the traveler. Avoiding problems or conflicts with clients and helping clients deal with unforeseeable situations are also covered, as is the importance of consistently researching new technologies in the travel industry that will help build and enhance your career as a successful travel agent.
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  • 6 Months to Complete
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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.5 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(1,673 votes)

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Travel Profession

12 Points
Learning how to start your own home-based travel agent business, or becoming a highly skilled and respected travel agent, is the foundation of this course.
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Lesson discussions: Travel Agent Course; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 1: Introduction to the Travel Profession

Lesson 2: Types of Travel

10 Points
There are so many different types of travel, and reasons for travel, that a travel agent starting his or her own business will be able to specialize in specific niches.
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Review 3 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 2: Types of Travel

Lesson 3 : Travel Agent Skills

9 Points
This lesson will cover the multiple options that are available for individuals wishing to enter the travel industry.
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 3 : Travel Agent Skills

Lesson 4 : Popular Travel Services

10 Points
This lesson will focus on how a travel agent should be able to offer potential clients a multitude of travel services in every area of travel.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Review 3 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 4 : Popular Travel Services

Lesson 5: Travel Technology

9 Points
This lesson will go over the basics of rating systems and what they can mean to your traveling clients.
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Review 11 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 5: Travel Technology

Lesson 6: Using Computer Reservations Systems

10 Points
Understanding the development, as well as the capabilities, of computerized reservation systems helps today's travel agents provide the best and most efficient reservation services for their clients.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 6: Using Computer Reservations Systems

Lesson 7: Home-Based Travel Agents

10 Points
Whether you decide to work in a traditional brick-and-mortar travel agency or start your own home-based travel business, you're going to need to start with the basics.
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Lesson discussions: Home Based Travel Agents
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 7 : Home-Based Travel Agents

Lesson 8: Financial Matters

10 Points
This lesson will focus on helping you set up the books for your new travel agent business, and t familiarize you with revenue and expense accounts, accounting systems, and record keeping.
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 8: Financial Matters

Lesson 9: Marketing and Promotion

10 Points
Understanding your competition, as well as being able to effectively market your services and attract clients is an important part of establishing your relationship -- not only with suppliers, but also with clients.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 9: Marketing and Promotion

Lesson 10 : Tours Know-How

10 Points
Understanding how tours work, and what types of tours are available to travelers, will help a travel agent provide specific services that meet the needs of clients.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Review 3 Practice Worksheets
  • Lesson discussions: Tours
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 10 : Tours Know - How

Lesson 11: Dealing With Passports and Visas

10 Points
Understanding the difference between a passport and a visa and the requirements to obtain them are covered in this lesson.
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 11: Dealing with Passports and Visas

Lesson 12: Matching Travelers to Travel Options

10 Points
One of the most important capabilities of a travel agent is to successfully match travelers with their desires.
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 12: Matching Travelers to Travel Options

Lesson 13: Finding a Job as a Travel Agent

74 Points
Experience and creating positive feedback are the best ways to build and grow your business as a travel service provider.
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Review 3 Practice Worksheets
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Assessment: Quiz for Lesson 13: Finding a Job As a Travel Agent
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
194
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what a travel agent does and determine whether or not this is a career for you.
  • Define the types of travel.
  • Identify travel agent skills.
  • Describe popular travel services.
  • Summarize travel technology.
  • Describe using computer reservations systems.
  • Summarize home-based travel agents.
  • Describe financial matters, marketing, and promotional methods.
  • Describe and sell various travel tours.
  • Summarize dealing with passports and visas.
  • Describe matching travelers to travel options.
  • Summarize best ways for finding a job as a travel agent.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: The Modern Travel Agent
Course Number: 7550206
Lessons Rating: 4.5 / 5 Stars (1,673 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: With online access available nationwide, this course reaches all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Additionally, it’s open to learners in English-speaking countries such as the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: December 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: UniversalClass Instructional Team
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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