Tour Guide Training & Certification
The Tour Guide Training Corporation of Canada provides training for all different types of Touring Guides. We have classes for both travel businesses and individuals wishing to become a tour guide. We train Heritage Site Interpreters, Local Tour Guides, Tourist Guides, Tour Leaders, Tour Conductors, Long-haul Tour Directors and International Tour Managers who travel the globe.
In short if a person is telling a group about an area we train them! Are you looking to become a Tour Conductor?
There are many different terms used to describe a person who leads tours around the world. Some of the more common terms used are: Tour Manager, Tour Director, Tour Leader, Tour Conductor, Travel Guide, Tourist Guide, Trip Leader. These terms are often interchanged but there are a few differences within them. Would you prefer to become a Tour Manager or become a Travel Guide? Read our frequently asked questions about Tour Guide Training to find the answer to all your questions!
Those who have never guided but would like to become a Tour Guide do qualify for our programs. We assist with job placement, resume building and interview techniques.
TGT conducts an intensive 36 hour training program along with a 3 day coach tour. After graduation participants receive free lifetime job placement assistance. We work with various Tour Operators to place our students directly into the great career of managing tours!
Tour guiding is one of those few careers that offer freedom to decide when and where you want to work. You will be paid to visit fine resorts, dine at famous restaurants, and become your own goodwill ambassador.
T.G.T. is Canada's first complete guide training school. It is owned and operated by Certified Trainers who are Tour Managers or Tour Guides working in industry with worldwide experience. Our Professional Tour Manager Certification course is taught in association with Ontario Tourism Education Council.
Let's put Canada on the tourist map!
Finally a school in Canada that trains Tour Directors! With all the experience behind TGT I know the students will be given solid training. This years graduates are excellent. I can't wait to see next years."
Laura Kaiser, Jetsave
