Background
Tourism is a vital sector that drives cultural exchange, economic development, and global connectivity. Professional tour guides play a crucial role in delivering meaningful travel experiences while promoting local heritage. The Denpasar Institute offers structured guiding programs aimed at equipping aspiring guides with the necessary skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in the tourism industry. These programs are tailored for individuals seeking flexible durations of training: 3 months, 6 months, or 1 year program.
Objectives
- Professional Development: Equip participants with comprehensive guiding techniques and customer engagement strategies.
- Cultural Competence: Deepen participants' understanding of local culture, history, and traditions to ensure accurate and engaging storytelling.
- Practical Skills: Provide hands-on training and internships to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.
- Career Opportunities: Prepare graduates to enter the tourism workforce with confidence and professionalism.
Program Options
1. 3-Month Program
Focus: Essentials of tour guiding
- Learning Topics:
- Introduction to tourism and guiding
- Public speaking and storytelling skills
- Local history and cultural heritage
- Customer service and problem-solving
- Basic itinerary planning and safety protocols
Cost: IDR 8,500,000 per participant
2. 6-Month Program
Focus: Intermediate guiding skills and specialization
- Learning Topics:
- All 3-month topics
- Advanced communication techniques
- Sustainable tourism practices
- Cultural sensitivity and ethics in guiding
- Basic foreign language phrases for guiding
- Guided practice tours
Cost: IDR 11,750,000 per participant
3. 1-Year Program
Focus: Comprehensive guiding mastery
- Learning Topics:
- All 6-month topics
- Comprehensive local and global tourism trends
- Professional development workshops
- Advanced foreign language skills for guides
- Management of group tours
- Full internship with partner travel agencies
Cost: IDR 18,000,000 per participant
Program Benefits
- Access to experienced instructors and industry professionals.
- Comprehensive learning materials and real-world scenarios.
- Certificate of completion.
- Internship opportunities with reputable travel agencies and tour operators.
Enrollment Fee IDR 150.000
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Proposed teaching schedule and class meeting breakdown for the Tour Guiding Training Program at Denpasar Institute.
Each program includes well-structured weekly sessions focusing on theoretical and practical learning.
1. 3-Month Program Schedule (12 Weeks)
Class Meeting: Twice per week (3 hours per session)
Total Meetings: 24
Weekly Topics:
- Week 1: Introduction to Tourism and Guiding
- Session 1: Overview of tourism industry
- Session 2: Role and responsibilities of a tour guide
- Week 2: Public Speaking and Storytelling Skills
- Session 3: Fundamentals of public speaking
- Session 4: Developing engaging storytelling techniques
- Week 3-4: Local History and Cultural Heritage
- Sessions 5-8: Understanding local history, culture, and heritage (site visits included)
- Week 5: Customer Service and Problem-Solving
- Session 9: Basics of customer interaction
- Session 10: Managing complaints and unexpected situations
- Week 6-7: Basic Itinerary Planning and Safety Protocols
- Sessions 11-14: Designing itineraries, safety planning, and risk management
- Week 8-12: Practical Workshops and Assessments
- Sessions 15-24: Role-play scenarios, guiding rehearsals, and evaluations
2. 6-Month Program Schedule (24 Weeks)
Class Meeting: Twice per week (3 hours per session)
Total Meetings: 48
Weekly Topics:
- Week 1-12: All topics from the 3-Month Program
- Week 13-14: Advanced Communication Techniques
- Sessions 25-28: Non-verbal communication, persuasion, and conflict resolution
- Week 15-16: Sustainable Tourism Practices
- Sessions 29-32: Eco-friendly guiding practices and conservation principles
- Week 17-18: Cultural Sensitivity and Ethics in Guiding
- Sessions 33-36: Handling diverse groups and ethical considerations
- Week 19-20: Basic Foreign Language Phrases for Guiding
- Sessions 37-40: Language essentials for common tourist interactions
- Week 21-24: Guided Practice Tours
- Sessions 41-48: On-site guiding practice, feedback, and final assessments
3. 1-Year Program Schedule (52 Weeks)
Class Meeting: Twice per week (3 hours per session)
Total Meetings: 104
Weekly Topics:
- Week 1-24: All topics from the 6-Month Program
- Week 25-28: Comprehensive Local and Global Tourism Trends
- Sessions 49-56: Researching and analyzing tourism trends
- Week 29-32: Professional Development Workshops
- Sessions 57-64: Resume building, interview skills, and personal branding
- Week 33-36: Advanced Foreign Language Skills for Guides
- Sessions 65-72: In-depth language learning for fluency in guiding
- Week 37-40: Management of Group Tours
- Sessions 73-80: Logistics, budgeting, and group coordination
- Week 41-52: Full Internship with Partner Travel Agencies
- Sessions 81-104: Field experience, guided tours, and final evaluations
Notes:
- Internship: Scheduled in coordination with partner agencies, allowing participants to engage in real-world guiding assignments.
- Site Visits and Field Practice: Incorporated in each program, emphasizing hands-on learning.
- Assessment: Regular quizzes, role-plays, and practical tests ensure participants achieve program outcomes.
This schedule ensures systematic learning progression tailored to each program duration.
The guiding program fee can be paid in three installments, as follows:
- 50% before attending classes.
- 35% before the midterm examination.
- 25% before field practice.
This program is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills required to become a professional tour guide, with a strong emphasis on intensive field practice to ensure participants are well-prepared for real-world scenarios.
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