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Certificate in Pre-Examination Training for Tourist Guides
導遊試前訓練證書
CEF Reimbursable Course
- Course Code
- HT045A
- Application Code
- 2270-HT045A
- QF Level
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Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
- Credit
- 30
- Study mode
- Part-time
- Start Date
- 24 Feb 2025 (Mon)
- Duration
- 145 hours
- Language
- English
- Course Fee
- HK$26,000
- Enquiries
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TIA Recognized Activity Reference No.: PTG231HKUS
With the gradual recovery trend of Hong Kong's tourism industry, Tourist Guide is a profession with potential and development prospects. By studying our Certificate in Pre-Examination Training for Tourist Guides, you should be able to improve your development opportunities in the tourism industry and open a door to success for yourself.
1) To expedite your application, please attach a copy of your ID card and academic certificate when applying for the course.
2) CEF course code: 43C161135: This course is funded by the CEF. Upon completion, you may receive up to an 80% tuition subsidy.
3) If the course is full or no longer accepting registrations, please click "Add My Bookmark" below the APPLY NOW button to receive the next "Open Admission" notification more quickly.
Programme Overview
Highlights
Note: Applicants who have any questions about the licensing criteria for Tourist Guides, including whether your academic qualifications meet the qualifications to apply for a Tourist Guides license, you may contact the Travel Industry Authority by email at enquiry@tia.org.hk or by calling (852) 36985900. For the Tourist Guide Licensing Criteria of the Travel Industry Authority, please refer to: Licensing and renewal criteria | Travel Industry Authority (tia.org.hk)
Targeted Students:
1. People who are interested in becoming a Tourist Guide and are preparing to apply for a Tourist Guide license
2. Current Tourist Guides update industry-related knowledge
3. People who love traveling
Intended Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- identify the responsibilities of tourist guides and be able to lead the tour group independently;
- perform guiding service to members of inbound tour groups based on their backgrounds;
- provide high-quality customer service for inbound travellers during the journey based on their backgrounds;
- identify and mitigate common risks in the operation of inbound tour groups;
- handle common crises in inbound tour groups with basic principles and skills; and
- adhere to relevant laws and codes of conduct related to tourist guide work, maintain high work quality, and be responsible to the travel agency represented and customers.
Programme Details
The face-to-face classroom portion of this part-time course lasts 145 hours in total, including 70 hours of lectures, and 75 hours of site visit / fieldtrip.
Syllabus:
| Chapter | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Work as a tourist guide |
| 2 | Travel Industry-related organisations |
| 3 | Relevant legislation and regulations |
| 4 | Customer rights and protection |
| 5 | Operations of inbound tour |
| 6 | Inbound travellers’ characteristics and customer services |
| 7 | Minimising Risks |
| 8 | Handling Crisis |
| 9 | Presentation skills for tourist guides |
| 10 | Knowledge on Hong Kong and China |
Assessment and Awards:
| Type of Assessment | Description | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test |
Section A (2 hours): Basic Knowledge for Tourist Guides Section B (2 hours): Knowledge on Hong Kong and China |
50% |
| Road Test | the 25 sections on the Hong Kong Island Route | 50% |
| Total: 100% |
Upon successful completion of the programme, students who have passed the assessments with attendance no less than 70% will be awarded a "Certificate in Pre-Examination Training for Tourist Guides" within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.
| Application Code | 2270-HT045A | Apply Online Now |
| Apply Online Now | ||
Duration
- 145 hours
Modules & Class Details
Class Details
Upcoming Classes:
| Application Code | Date & Time | Class Time | Assessment | Venue | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2270-HT045A |
24 Feb 2025 to 14 May 2025
Total: 35 sessions (24 Lecture + 11 Field trips) |
Lecture: (every Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday): 7 pm to 10 pm
Field trips (every Saturday)*: 9 am to 5 pm
*Class times for field trips may be adjusted depending on circumstances. |
Road test: 17 May 9 am - 3 pm (5 hours)
Written test: 24 May 9:30 am to 1:30 pm (4 hours) |
HKU SPACE Learning Centre and assigned route for road test |
20 Dec 2024 |
The programme team reserves the right to change the above timetable if necessary.
- All classes are subject to sufficient enrolment.
Our Edge
Special Features
HKU SPACE provides training activities for Tour Escorts and Tourist Guides under TIA's CPD scheme.
In addition, the college also provides a comprehensive education ladder for students to enhance their industry knowledge and career-related abilities, including certificate courses, advanced diplomas, bachelor's courses and master's courses.
Articulation Pathways
Progression Path
Career Path
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
HK$150
Course Fee- HK$26,000
Entry Requirements
a) (i) hold a permanent HKID card; or
(ii) hold an identity card (other than a permanent identity card), and is not subject to any condition of stay that prohibits the applicant from working as a tourist guide;
and
b) complete Hong Kong’s Form 5 education under the 5-year secondary academic structure or Senior Secondary 3 education under the New Senior Secondary academic structure (or equivalent).
*Please provide a copy of your ID card and academic certificate when submit your application. Submitted documents will not be returned.
CEF
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
| CEF Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| CERTIFICATE IN PRE-EXAMINATION TRAINING FOR TOURIST GUIDES (ENGLISH COURSE) 導遊試前訓練證書 (英文課程) |
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| COURSE CODE 43C161135 | FEES $26,000 | ENQUIRY 2867-8479 |
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Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
Certificate in Pre-Examination Training for Tourist Guides
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Enrolment MethodOnline Enrolment
HKU SPACE provides 24-hour online application and payment service for students to apply to selected award-bearing programmes and to enrol in most open admission courses (courses enrolled on a first come, first served basis) via the Internet. Applicants may settle the payment by using either "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard online. Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS) are also available for continuing enrolment in the same programme, if online service is offered.
For first time enrolment
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Pay the application or programme/course fees by either using:
"PPS by Internet" - You will need a PPS account and a PPS Internet password. For information on how to open a PPS account and how to set up a PPS Internet password, please visit http://www.ppshk.com.
*Credit Card Online Payment - Course fees can be paid by VISA or Mastercard including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”.
* HKU SPACE Mastercard cardholders who wish to enjoy 10-month interest free instalment scheme must pay their tuition fees in person at any of our HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
To know more about first-time online application/enrolment and payment, please refer to the user guide of Online Application / Enrolment and Payment:
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
Online Payment can be made via "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard, Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS)
In Person / Mail
For first time enrolment
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For first come, first served short courses, complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26 and bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
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Award-bearing and professional courses may require other information. Forms are usually available at the enrolment centres or on request from programme staff. Bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
Please refer to available Payment Methods for fee payment information. If you are in doubt about the procedures, please check the individual course details, or contact our programme staff or enrolment centres.
Please note the followings for programme/course enrollment:
- To make an application online, you will need a computer with connection to the Internet and a web browser with JavaScript enabled. Google Chrome is recommended.
- Applicants should not leave the online application idle for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, applicants must restart the application process.
- Only Early Bird Discount is supported for Online Applicants (Application). To enjoy other types of discount, please visit one of our enrolment centres.
- During the online application process, asynchronous application and payment submission may occur. Successful payment may not guarantee successful application. In case of unsuccessful submission, our programme staff will contact you shortly.
- Applicants are reminded that they should only apply for the same programme/course once through counter or online application.
- For online enrolment, a payment confirmation page would be displayed after payment has been made successfully. In addition, a confirmation email would also be sent to your email account. You are advised to keep your payment confirmation for future enquiries.
- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
4. Online Payment
Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
Notes
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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