Become a Certified Tour Guide from Home: A New Era in Tourism
Tourism is not just about exploring new places; it’s also about employment and economic growth. With the advent of technology, becoming a tour guide in the field of tourism has become easier than ever. Now, you can become a government-certified tour guide from the comfort of your home through online classes.
Online Tour Guide Course: Tourism and Employment Hand in Hand
The Tourism Department Punjab’s Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management has organized an Online Tour Guide Course under the slogan “Also Tourism, Also Employment”. This course offers informative and interesting training about tourist places in Pakistan.
The course duration is one month, with three weeks of online training and one week of practical training. The course fee is a reasonable PKR 12,500. For the first training group, no registration fee is required. The institute encourages women and minority candidates to apply for training. The last date to apply is 25 January 2024.
Eligibility Criteria: No Age Limit, Just Passion and Confidence
The minimum eligibility to apply for this course is Intermediate or equivalent. There is no age limit. The institute is looking for candidates who are inquisitive and have a passion for learning and becoming professionals. Candidates should be confident in communicating with a balanced personality, and be ready to travel.
Opportunities Await: Employment, Internships, and More
The course offers part-time or full-time employment opportunities. You will have the chance to conduct tours with domestic and foreign groups. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a Professional Tour Guide Government License.
Moreover, students joining the course will be offered a 6-week paid internship of PKR 45,000 by Punjab Tourism for Economic Growth Project (PTEGP). This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of tourism.
Why wait? Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey in the field of tourism. Become a certified tour guide and turn your passion for travel into a profession.