Overview:

The 2-year Advance Diploma in Vocation (D.VOC) in Tourist Guide Skill is the specialised  program being offered by several universities across India, which has a 4-semester structure. The course is designed to endow the students with the basic skills needed for tour guiding and make a foundation path in travel and tourism, leading them towards successful career streams. Topics for the curriculum include extensive training on a variety of subjects, such as historical context to different locations and tour guide skills.

Tour guides in the tourism sector create awareness, provide information, and assure tourists while they educate them about culture and heritage. Moreover, the 2-year-long Advance Diploma Program promises a comprehensive and hands-on experience in tour guiding skills for employment with courses on tour planning and guiding of tourists, cultural heritage studies, etc. The Program will prepare students to become tour guides by teaching them how to control the group, deal with problems that arise on trips, and make fun facts interesting for all visitors.

This course has been designed to teach graduates the important skills needed for tour guiding and marketing to a standard that will translate when they go into work as tour guides, providing them with great experiences and amazing travel careers.

Course Curriculum

D. VOC in Tourist Guide Skill is an Advance Diploma course that combines theoretical study with practical training. The essential subjects encompass:

1. Fundamentals of Tourism and Guiding
2. Cultural Heritage and Historical Context
3. Tour Planning and Administration
4. Proficient communication techniques
5. Customer Service Excellence and Hospitality
6. Safety protocols and first aid for tourists
7. Practices in Environmental and Sustainable Tourism
8. Marketing Strategies and Promotion in the Tourism Sector
9. Foreign Language Proficiency for Tourism
10. Practical Training and Field Experience

Career Opportunities
There are many jobs available in the tourism field for those who graduate from the Tourist Guide Skill program, such as:.

• Tourist Guide
• Tour Manager
• Heritage Interpreter
• Cultural Tour Guide
• Eco-tourism Guide
• Adventure Tour Guide
• Cruise Ship Guide
• Museum and Gallery Guide
• Travel Consultant
• Tourism Information Officer
• Employment Areas
   

Employment Sectors
In a number of fields, among them tourism and guiding, the job market is growing for skilled individuals.

• Travel and Tour Agencies
• Tourism Boards and Organizations
• Cultural and Heritage Sites
• Eco-tourism and Adventure Companies
• Cruise Lines
• Museums and art galleries
• Hotels and Resorts
• National Parks and Wildlife sanctuaries
• Educational Institutions
• Private Tour Companies
   

Advance D. VOC in Tourist Guide Skill can expect an average starting salary of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 50,000 that depends on the job and level of experience. The course provides a great foundation for a successful career in the tourism industry with many opportunities for growth and concentration.