Certified Travel Counselor (CTC)
The Certified Travel Counselor (CTC) program teaches owners and managers how to analyze new business opportunities, develop marketing strategies, and negotiate. Increase your knowledge, grow your business, and earn widely-recognized industry credentials.
NEW for 2012! Our affordable 12-Month Payment Plan gives you the opportunity to earn your CTC for as little as $41.25/month for 12 months. Click here to register and start your journey to the CTC!
The CTC curriculum covers 10 topics of study: Business Planning; Financial Planning; Marketing Strategies; Negotiating; Managing Change; Managing Conflict; Risk Management; Goal Setting and Motivation; Cultural Diversity; Making Presentations.
To earn the CTC, travel professionals must:
- Complete the CTA.
- Complete the 2000-3000 word White Paper.
- Pass the CTC test.
- Possess 5 years of full-time industry work experience.
- Commit to annual certification maintenance to retain their certification.

