Established in 1964, The Travel Institute serves as a community of knowledge and insight for all travel professionals. Through innovative education programs, professional certifications and customized learning solutions, The Institute fulfills its non-profit mission to promote a standard of industry knowledge and excellence.

The Travel Institute's programs encompass all career stages, from entry level to executive. These programs include:

• The renowned Certified Travel Associate (CTA) and Certified Travel Counselor (CTC) certification programs for front line professionals and owners and managers.


• The Certified Travel Industry Executive (CTIE) certification program for experienced professionals in leadership positions.


• The national standard in entry-level training: The TAP Test and the TRIP Kit.


• Popular and unique Destination Specialist and Lifestyle Specialist programs.


• Leading textbooks: Travel Career Development and Exploring the World.


• A national network of Licensed Schools dedicated to increasing professionalism in the travel industry through education.