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Online Travel Agent Training
Online Travel Agent
Certification Training
Earn an Industry-Recognized Professional Credential
Gain a comprehensive overview of the travel industry in this travel agent training program. Develop key professional skills, study basic, international, and destination geography, and learn the fundamentals of international and air travel.
Through this travel agent course, you will be introduced to Travefy, a leading platform for travel advisors. You will receive a 12-month subscription and learn how to begin creating and managing itineraries, proposals, and client communications effectively. The course also covers current technologies and AI tools while guiding you through core transportation concepts, career development strategies, and sales and marketing principles in the travel industry.
By the end of this travel agent certification program, you will gain a deep understanding of travel and tourism, enabling you to help clients research, plan, and book their trips. In addition, you will prepare to take the TAP (Travel Agent Proficiency) test, offered by The Travel Institute (formerly ICTA), with the registration fee for this test included with this online travel agent course.
Job Outlook for Travel Agents
Together, travel and tourism make up one of the world’s largest industries. While the internet has made travel booking easier, travel agents continue to play a vital role in luxury, corporate, and group travel. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects an estimated 7,100 job openings for travel agents annually, on average, by 2034. As the industry continues to expand, now is the perfect opportunity to become a skilled travel agent and enroll in an online travel agent certification course.
According to the BLS, the average salary for travel agents is $48,450 per year ($23.29 per hour). Top-earning travel agents (90th percentile) earn over $74,160 annually.
Travel Agent FAQs
What is a travel agent? What does a travel agent do?
Based on information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, travel agents sell transportation, lodging, and admission to entertainment activities to individuals and groups planning trips. They offer advice on destinations, plan trip itineraries, calculate total costs, and make travel arrangements for clients.
A travel agent’s typical duties can include anything from organizing travel for business and vacation clients (planning and arranging tour packages, excursions, and day trips) to giving details on required documents, such as passports and visas, and on complying with cross-border entry requirements, such as health and safety protocols. Travel agents also describe trips to clients, advise about local customs and attractions, book reservations for travel, hotels, rental cars, and special events, and make alternative booking arrangements if changes arise before or during a trip.
What is a certified travel agent?
A certified travel agent has earned one of the available industry certifications, such as Certified Travel Associate (CTA) or Certified Travel Counselor (CTC). While they are not required to work in the industry, travel agent certifications can add prestige to your resume. When considering a CTA certification, it is necessary to first obtain the Travel Agent Proficiency (TAP) certification. This course covers the fundamental knowledge necessary for this certification and serves as a solid foundation for your CTA certification journey.
Note: Passing the TAP exam with a score of 80% or higher enables you to enroll in the CTA program without needing to meet the professional experience requirement.
What is Travefy?
Travefy is the No. 1 platform for travel advisors, designed to help professionals create and manage itineraries, proposals, and client communications. It’s built for travel advisors, agencies, and tour operators who want to streamline trip planning and enhance client engagement. Travefy supports marketing through customizable websites and landing pages, helping to generate and manage leads with built-in CRM tools. It integrates with various CRMs and third-party platforms to automate workflows and boost productivity. Travefy also offers mobile apps, allowing both travel professionals and their clients to access itineraries and trip details on the go.
What companies hire travel agents?
Many different companies hire travel agents, including traditional travel agencies, large corporate travel management firms, Travefy careers, and even cruise lines and airlines that offer travel agent services. Some notable examples include AAA, American Express Global Business Travel, Disney, BCD Travel, and ADTRAV.
Course Objectives
- Watch the video overview of our online Travel Agent certification course
- Obtain everything you need to know about the travel industry, including airline and ground transportation, hotels and resorts, cruises, tours, specialty travel, and more
- Review all the international and domestic travel destinations that you are most likely to recommend and sell to your clients
- Gain the customer service and marketing skills needed as a travel professional
- Learn how to use Travefy’s itinerary builder and CRM software with hands-on activities
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites for this course. This course is for you if you want to enhance your travel industry knowledge or jump-start your career in the travel industry.
Instructor
Helene K. Liatsos
Helene K. Liatsos is a consultant for small businesses, travel agencies, and home-based business startups with more than 25 years of experience. Along with a successful career in the travel industry, working with airlines, hotels, and travel agencies, Helene established her own business management company, Home Office Management Experts, and was awarded the 2004 Home-Based Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. As a QuickBooks Certified Advisor, she provides bookkeeping, payroll, and QuickBooks training services. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Registration and Enrollment
This course is open enrollment. You can enroll and begin any time.