1. ASATA PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME (APP)

2. 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.

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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.

7. 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 which will allow you to complete your profile

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

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