The National TAP Test is a basic competency test that measures the entry-level knowledge of travel professionals within all aspects of the travel industry. The test was developed by The Travel Institute and the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) to provide a national standard of entry-level proficiency for the travel industry. Since its inception in December of 1997, over 8,000 candidates have taken the TAP Test.

In 2008, the TAP test became available in Spanish.

By taking and passing the TAP Test you will:
** Possess the national TAP credential, which will increase your competitive edge with prospective employers.
** Reduce the work experience requirement for the CTA designation by six months providing you with the opportunity to earn your professional certification within one year.
** Shorten the waiting period for your IATAN Travel Agent ID card, after meeting IATAN's full time inside agent requirements.
** Enable prospective employers to find you here on The Travel Institute's Website, for a 6 month period. This will increase the scope of your job search at no charge to you.


Register today to take the TAP Test.

2010 TAP Test Schedule

Recommended National Testing Time Frames:

August - week of August 9
September - week of September 13
October - week of October 11
November - week of November 8
December - week of December 13

NOTE: Any TAP Test Site can schedule TAP testing on a date that fits their schedule. Similarly, independent proctors do not need to adhere to the National Testing Time Frame. Those tests can be scheduled at the convenience of both the proctor and the candidate.

TAP Test Sites

For additional information, contact Steven Coy, CTC at 800-542-4282 ext. 159.


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