ASATA PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME (APP)

WHAT IS THE APP An online system that recognises the expertise, qualifications and practical skills of Travel Consultants Designed to help them achieve a professional recognition by ASATA and ultimately, a SAQA accredited professional designation SAQA approved designations are Travel Practitioner (TPRAC) and/or Travel Professional (TPROF) ASATA is the only national travel industry body to be accredited by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) as a professional body and hence, the only association that can award a travel consultant this designation.

APP PARTICIPANTS Any Travel Consultant currently employed within the South African travel industry, at any level or An ex- Travel Manager who continues to consult

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS For Travel Practitioner (TPRAC) Designation: Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 Qualification Minimum two (2) years of practical working experience within the Travel Industry For Travel Professional (TPROF) Designation: Minimum five (5) years of practical working experience within the Travel Industry Please Note: Should the Travel Consultant not meet the above requirements, a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process can be considered

R177-00 R298-00 R345-00 R598-00 HOW MUCH DOES IT COST ASATA MEMBERS: NON-ASATA MEMBERS: Registration on APP – R177-00 Application for Travel Practitioner Designation: R345-00 Registration on APP – R298-00 Application for Travel Practitioner Designation: R598-00 Please note: A fee for the registration on the APP is payable annually and is due on the 1st of April each year

VALIDITY How long is the registration on the APP valid for? Registrations are renewable annually and must remain current for the designation to be valid The registration period is from 1 April to 31 March of each year How long is the Designation valid for?  The designation is valid for a period of 3 years from date of issue, during which time the required Continuous Professional Development (CPD) point accumulation (60 points) must be achieved and maintained.

APP REGISTRATION PROCESS Access the APP site on app.asata.co.za Select either a Group Registration (2 or more employees) or Individual Registration option Once payment has been made, you will gain access to your profile which can then be populated with the relevant information A unique URL is sent via email which will allow you to complete your profile

SKILLS AND COMPETENCY CLUSTERS The following five (5) skills and competency clusters are required for designation: Operational Skills Destination Skills Services Skills Business Skills Computer Skills

BENEFITS – FOR THE INDIVIDUAL Provides you with a profile of industry-recognised competency Includes Continuous Professional Development towards a designation, career path, life-long learning and maintaining your designation Creates awareness of training needs for each individual Allows for recognition from your company, peers and clients

BENEFITS – FOR THE INDIVIDUAL Distinguishes yourself from your peers who do not have a designation Each individual’s unique profile will form part of the awarding of a designation as per the requirements related to SAQA and the Recognition of ASATA as a Professional Body

BENEFITS – FOR THE EMPLOYER Recognition of the role of the travel consultant in providing services to the traveller, whether for corporate or leisure travel, in a professional and ethical manner Endorsement of employee credibility Setting of standards and a benchmark for talent and competent employees Gives those who have chosen a career as a professional consultant a clear way of measuring professional development, monitoring progress as well as contributing to career advancement and succession planning

BENEFITS – FOR THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY Over time we can identify skills gaps from the APP system, which will assist in planning relevant training initiatives and workshops with suppliers and training providers Assists with the generation of statistical data based on levels of expertise, different demographics and identify emerging trends within the Travel Industry

BENEFITS – FOR THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY Targets specific development areas that can be addressed through appropriate workshops and other training interventions Promotes the Travel Industry as one that offers a career of choice for school leavers and an option of employment for the large number of currently unemployed individuals

BENEFITS – FOR THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY Grows a talent pool and maintains a database of professional individuals Contributes to professional brand identity and protection Supports succession planning and the transformation mandate in South Africa Enhances professionalism of the industry

A: Suite 6, Block A, Hurlingham Office Park 59 Woodlands Ave, Johannesburg P: +27 (0) 11 293 0560/1 F: +27 (0) 86 505 1592 E: app@asata.co.za W: www.asata.co.za

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