Program Description
This program prepares Indigenous learners for a rewarding career in the Aboriginal Tourism sector. Students gain practical skills and knowledge in ecotourism, heritage interpretation, and cross-cultural tourism. After completing the in-class courses, students continue with a practicum placement with a tourism company based in Metro Vancouver. A major component of this certificate program is learning how to incorporate Indigenous culture and heritage into the tourism industry.
For more info, contact our Student Advisor.
Program Summary
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Length |
11 months |
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Offered |
September to July |
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Credits |
35.5 |
|
Credential |
Certificate |
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Format |
Full-time |
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Schedule |
Monday to Friday, 9am – 3pm |
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Practicum |
Four weeks |
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Transferability |
Aboriginal Tourism Management Diploma at NEC |
Career Path
Our graduates find employment with various organizations including non-profit agencies, First Nation governments, or municipal, provincial, or federal governments. The jobs may include:
- Guest Services Coordinator
- Vacation Advisor
- Customer Service Agent
- Tour Guide
Admissions Requirements
- Grade 12 completion
- English 12 “C” grade or higher or complete written assessment with "C" grade or higher
- Math 11 with “C” grade or higher
- CAAT assessment
- Interview with Program Coordinator
Course Schedule
Term 1 - September
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TSM 101 |
Business Communications |
3 |
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TSM 105 |
Computer Applications |
3 |
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TSM 110 |
Introduction to Aboriginal Tourism |
3 |
|
TSM 114 |
Heritage Recovery and Interpretation |
3 |
|
TSM 115 |
Aboriginal Interpretation Field Experience |
3 |
Term 2 - January
|
TSM 113 |
Customer Services in Tourism |
3 |
|
TSM 120 |
Special Events Management |
3 |
|
TSM 125 |
Cross-Cultural Tourism |
3 |
|
TSM 112 |
Ecotourism |
3 |
|
TSM 116 |
Ecotourism Field Experience |
3 |
Term 3 - April
|
TSM 117 |
Practicum Preparation Seminar |
1 |
|
TSM 118 |
Practicum |
3 |
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Tuition & Fees
|
Tuition |
$5,350.00 |
|
Fees |
$150.00 |
|
Books |
$1,244.51 |
|
UPass |
$451.00 |
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Total Cost |
$7,195.51 |
For more information, contact:
Admissions Department
604.873.3772 Ext. 328
admissions@necvancouver.org