Employment opportunities are excellent for well-qualified, fully trained individuals. Contrary to general beliefs, there is an increase in demand for service-oriented sales people who are skilled and can provide personal recommendations and attention to prospective travelers. The Internet is having a relatively minor impact on the retail travel business for agencies that adjust their product focus and offer value-added services.
Travel agencies continue to sell more air tickets than ever.
More than 95 percent of all cruises are sold through agencies, as are more than 80 percent of all tours. Coastline continues to have more job listings than we are able to fill. Prepare for a career and earn a certificate of achievement in the travel and tourism industry. Coastline's Travel and Tourism Certificate Program serves as excellent background for individuals seeking a variety of positions within the highly competitive field of travel and tourism. Refer to the Coastline Class Schedule for detailed descriptions of required courses.