| The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Travel and
Tourism is designed to provide students with the competencies necessary
to obtain employment within the travel industry with the advantage
of a college degree. Graduates of the curriculum secure employment
with local, regional, and national travel agencies, with major airlines,
cruise lines, tour operators, the National Park Service, hotels. Some
professions awaiting you include Corporate Travel Consultant, Meeting
Planner, Internet Reservationist, as well as Travel Consultant, Airline
Reservationist, among others. The Travel and Tourism curriculum at
Reading Area Community College is a member of the American Society
of Travel Agents and abides by the professional standards set forth
by this organization. |
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Why choose a degree in Travel and Tourism?
Whether
you are a college graduate who wants a change in careers or a high
school graduate who wants to complete your education without
attending a traditional four-year college, the travel curriculum
is right for you. According to the Travel Industry Association
of America, Travel and Tourism is the nation’s largest services
export industry, third largest retail sales industry, and one of
America’s largest employers. It is in fact the second or
third largest employer in 29 states, including Pennsylvania. A
degree in
Travel and Tourism will give you the opportunity to experience
one of the most satisfying careers available.
Where is the college?
Reading Area Community College is conveniently located in
the urban setting of Reading, Pennsylvania, on the scenic East Shore
of the Schuylkill River. It is about a one-hour drive from Allentown,
Lancaster, and Philadelphia. |
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Where is the classroom located?
Penn
Hall is the home to the Travel and Tourism classroom/lab. P119 houses
the SABRE Airline Computer Reservation System,
where students
get hands-on experience on a “live” system.
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The
CTC designation is conferred by the Institute of Certified
Travel Agents upon travel professionals
who have completed a rigorous two-level certification program,
exemplify the highest standards of professionalism, demonstrate
advanced  knowledge of business, industry and
global issues necessary for expert practice, and possess at
least five years of industry
work experience. |
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