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CTC ProgramGuide PDF
CTC ProgramGuide PDF
C TC H A S B E E N
AROUND SINCE 1980.
OU R ALU M N I HAVE
B E E N E N J OY I N G
E XCITI NG CARE E RS
THAT HAVE TAKE N
THEM ALL OVER THE
WORLD EVER SINCE .
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Why CTC?
As the first, and longest-running,
college specializing in travel
and tourism in British Columbia,
we’re the experts in the industry.
Earn the credentials that matter.
Our
instructors are We’ve
got 2 We’ve
got great
all industry experts campuses for you programs.
making sure you’re learning to choose from. page
Travel & Tourism 4
from the people who know Vancouver and Surrey
what’s what. Hospitality 6
(and online!)
Adventure Tourism 8
You’ll
study 3 days We’re
designated Flight Attendant 10
a week by PTIB, EQA, and Imagine Online Training 12
so you’ll still have time Education au/in Canada
for a job and all the other (i.e., all the important Education Pathways 13
things life throws at you. people).
Our
students tell
us we’re a home
away from home.
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The travel and tourism industry Certificate Certificate Diploma with Co-Op · Tour Operator/Guide
is always looking for outgoing, friendly · Airline Industry 26 weeks 98 weeks · Travel Agent/Counselor
· Amadeus 480 hours 1912 hours · Airline Reservation Agent
people to run programs, work with guests, · International Fare Structure Includes 240 hours of co-op Includes 950 hours of co-op · Translator
and lead groups. · Professional Selling Skills work experience work experience
If you love people, like to learn about different cultures, · SABRE Red
· Total Client Management Diploma without Co-Op
and are customer-service oriented, this is the place for you!
47 weeks
This program gives you a diverse set of skills to work Diploma 1020 hours
in all the different travel and tourism sectors – · Technology & Business Includes 160 hours
think land, air, or sea! Communications of practicum experience
ALUMNI SUCCE SS
Alleli Vitug
Y E A R G R A D UAT E D
2015
E M PLOY E D WIT H
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts,
Guest Services Agent “ N OT ONLY ARE THEY THE BEST
IN TR AVEL , HOSPITALITY AND
TOURISM TR AINING , BUT ALSO
THE GATEWAYS TO THE INDUSTRY.
IF YOU INVEST IN CTC, THEY WILL
FULLY INVEST IN YOU TO GET YOU
WHERE YOU WANT TO BE .”
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Hospitality
More than just hotels – think resorts, Certificate Certificate Ben Meadows
restaurants, cruise ships and more! · Human Resource 26 weeks
Y E A R G R A D UAT E D
Management 624 hours
This area of study will give you the skills and knowledge 2015
· Accounting in the Includes 312 hours of co-op
in all of the keys areas of hospitality like human resources, Hospitality Industry work experience E M PLOY E D WIT H
accounting, marketing, food and beverage, and front office. · Hospitality Sales Celebrity Cruises,
Diploma without Co-Op
We have three options for you: a certificate, diploma, & Marketing 47 weeks Assistant Shore Excursions
or diploma with co-op. · Resort Management 1140 hours
· Food Operation Service Includes 160 hours “ CANADIAN TOURISM
Practicum placements and paid co-op placements
are guaranteed! Diploma
of practicum experience
COLLEGE GAVE ME THE
· Resort Management Diploma with Co-Op TOOLS TO NOT ONLY GET
· Technology & Business 104 weeks
CRE DE NTIAL S A JOB WITH CELEBRITY
Communications 2120 hours
· Food Operation Service Includes 1060 hours of co-op
CRUISES, BUT GROW AND
Hospitality Co-Op Certificate
Hospitality & Resort Business Management Diploma · Organizational Behaviour work experience EXCEL IN MY DEPARTMENT.
· Accounting in the I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO TRAVEL
Hospitality Industry ALL AROUND THE WORLD
· Sales & Marketing WHAT COULD YOU BE ?
· Convention & Special
WHILE GAINING ESSENTIAL
Event Management · Concierge WORK EXPERIENCE .”
· Guest Services
* F or a complete list of courses, please
go to our website tourismcollege.com
· Resort/Cruise Ship Staff
Check out the life of a hospitality grad through
Ben’s instagram: @bmeads04
· Special Events Coordinator
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Adventure Tourism
CRE DE NTIAL S COURSE S INCLUDE* PROGR AM LE NGTH WHAT COULD YOU BE ?
Take your love of the outdoors and turn Adventure Tourism Diploma · Ocean Kayaking 17 weeks · Adventure Tour Guide
it into your career! · Leading Wilderness Trips 535 hours · Heritage Interpreter
· Marine Radio License · Tour Company Owner
This program combines the ideal balance of intensive · Wilderness First Aid · Wilderness Leader
wilderness and technical training with an emphasis · Natural History
on sustainability and green practices to set you up to work · Avalanche Awareness
in the popular Adventure Tourism, Outdoor Education, · Heritage Interpretation
and Ecotourism sectors. · Starting a Tourism Business
* F or a complete list of courses, please
go to our website tourismcollege.com
ALUMNI SUCCE SS
Heather Salmon
Y E A R G R A D UAT E D
2015
E M PLOY E D WIT H
Binbrook Conservation
Area, Park Maintenance
& Head Lifeguardsions
Flight Attendant
ALUMNI SUCCE SS
COURSE S INCLUDE*
Education Pathways
At CTC we firmly Royal Roads University
believe education Located in Victoria, BC, on beautiful Vancouver Island, Royal Roads
should open doors, University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
so we’ve worked Learn more at royalroads.ca.
hard to develop CTC students who complete the Hospitality and Tourism Co-Op
transfer agreements diploma programs have the option to transfer into the third year
of RRU’s Bachelor of Arts in International Hotel Management
with other
or Bachelor of Arts in Global Tourism Management degrees.
institutions to make
sure you always
have the option Pacific International
to keep learning. Hotel Management School
Across the ocean the Pacific International Hotel Management School
Learn Online is the leader in tourism and hospitality education in New Zealand.
Check out their website pihms.ac.nz.
This program teaches the fundamental and essential · Site Selection, Okanagan College
skills required to work in event planning. Negotiation, and Law Situation in world-renowned wine country and tourist destination
· Event Registration of Kelowna, BC, Okanagan College welcomes students from across
CRE DE NTIAL S PROGR AM LE NGTH · Food & Beverage Management the globe in a variety of programs. Take a look at okanagan.bc.ca.
· Non-Profit Event Planning
E vent & Meeting 9 courses · Budgeting for Event Planners Please ask your Admissions Advisor for more details on pathways
Planning Certificate 270 hours with Okanagan College!
* F or a complete list of courses, please
go to our website tourismcollege.com * P ending approval.
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· Grade 12 diploma from a Canadian high school We understand that deciding to go to school
or an equivalent level institution worldwide in another country can be a scary, so below
is some information to help you out!
· Successful completion of the Government 2 Reach out to one of our Admissions Advisors
Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Contact us by phone or by filling out the Request More Information form on our website.
· Apply as a mature student (over 19) Immigration
and successfully complete the Canadian International students are considered
Tourism College Entrance Exam with temporary residents of Canada. Most CTC
a minimum 65% 3 Determine what program is right for you
students will need the following documents:
Align your program with your career goals with the help of the Admissions Advisor.
· Have completed a tourism or hospitality-related · Passport
program at the Canadian Tourism College, · Study Permit
or another institution (pending review) · Work Permit
· Temporary Resident Visa 4 Fill out an application
(this is only required for some countries
If English is not your and is used for entry into Canada)
Don’t worry, your Admissions Advisor will walk you through it!
first language, you must
International student coming from a Canadian
also have one of the high school? You will need a new study permit
following prerequisites: to continue at CTC. 5 Complete any necessary evaluations
· IELTS score of 5.5
The CTC Entrance Exam or English Assessment may be required.
For information on Canadian Immigration,
· T OEFL score computer-based: 163, visit cic.gc.ca.
internet-based: 57
· Level 5 ESL training from an ESL school Accommodations 6 Get all your documents ready
Again, your Admissions Advisor will tell you what you need but it will include things like
· C TC English assessment (written on site) Need some help finding a place to stay?
with a score of 65% We suggest: proof of high school graduation or other post-secondary studies, immigration information, etc.
Financial Information
We work hard to 1 Check out our online budget calculator
keep the cost of our This will help you understand all the costs you will incur
programs reasonable, beyond just tuition so you can budget accordingly
and understand that and understand the full financial commitment you’re making.
tourismcollege.com/admissions/finances.
finding the funds
to go to school
is never easy. 2 Meet with an Admissions Advisor
We feel strongly They can offer tips on how other students have financed their
that your education education and let you know how much everything will cost.
is an important
investment, so here 3 Consider financial aid
are some tips to help
with the money side
There are numerous resources available to help students
fund their education, some to consider include: YOU KNOW YOU’RE
of things! · BC Scholarships
· Canada & British Columbia Student Loans
ON THE RIGHT PATH
· High School Scholarships
· Indigenous & Northern Affairs Canada WHEN YOU DON’T
· Lifelong Learning Program
· Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) LOOK BACK.
· Work Safe BC
4 Plan for the future
Sometimes waiting a few months or even a year so you have
some money saved makes more sense than starting a program
right away. We know that can be hard – especially if you’ve
been searching for the perfect program and can’t wait to begin!
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