The Travel and Tourism Program provides students with a career path for attaining the communication skills, practical knowledge, and technical training necessary for pursuing a career as a travel agent, tour guide, or corporate travel consultant. Students completing this certificate will develop a basic understanding of the travel industry and the sales, security, and service requirements necessary to work in the travel industry. To earn this certificate, complete the required courses as listed with a minimum grade of “C." At least 50% of all major coursework must be completed at Cypress College.

You may attend full-time or part-time. Full-time students typically take between 12 and 18 units per semester. Basic Certificates (18 units) can be earned in one to two semesters, Advanced Certificates (35 units) in two to three semesters, and AS Degrees (60 units) in two years. Courses are offered on campus, online, during the day and in the evenings.