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DCS Techniques de tourisme – 414.A0

ITHQ Signature program

Techniques de tourisme

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Are you passionate about travelling, discovering new cultures, living experiences and sharing them with others? You could certainly find your happiness in tourism management. Thanks to this training course, you will get all the skills you need to find your place in this innovative, dynamic and growing sector.

Admission

Until April 24 (2nd round – places are limited)

Course start date

August

Duration

3 years full time

Format

In-person

Schedule

Full-time

Language of instruction

French

Compulsory internships

Yes

Diploma

Diploma of College Studies (DCS)

Overview

This program focussed on the development of tourism experiences will help you become a versatile professional with a thorough understanding of all industry sectors and the ability to develop, manage and deliver high quality tourist products in Québec as well as internationally.

Program key elements

  • Hands-on training that will lead you to develop a thorough understanding of all sectors of the tourism industry
  • Three internships, including one in English immersion in Canada 
  • Action learning in the ITHQ’s travel agency and hotel
  • Educational trips
  • English enrichment and 3rd language courses 
  • Experienced and passionate instructors

For a more human, sustainable and smart tourism

What you will learn
Discover, inspire, innovate

  • Development and promotion of tourism products and services
  • Exploitation of a location or a tourist attraction to ensure its profitability
  • Eco-conscious tourism concepts
  • General culture
  • Discovery of the tourism industry in Québec and Canada
  • Major national and international trends in tourism

Program structure and courses

Duration and schedule

  • Program starting every year in the fall 
  • Spread over 3 years old on a full-time basis (6 course sessions and 2 summer internships)
  • Includes a total of 3 325 hours, including 2 310 hours of coursework and 1 015 hours of compulsory internships
  • Daytime classes
  • Educational outings and practical applications taking place according to variable schedules (day or evening)

  • Schedule, dates and course order are subject to change.
  • The ITHQ reserves the right to cancel a course or program if there are insufficient registrations to justify its offering. In such cases, program and registration fees will be refunded in full.

Hands-on experience

Compulsory internships:

  • 3-month paid summer internship (390 h) in customer service, in Québec, Canada or abroad, subject to obtaining the required visa
  • 4-month paid summer internship (415 h) in English immersion outside Québec
  • 6-week unpaid end-of-program internship (210 h) in a tourism business

    Practical applications:

    • Throughout the training course: practical applications in the travel agency, the hotel concierge service, event coordination, restaurant service, etc.
    • Development of a tourism project in collaboration with a Québec tourism business (165 h)

      Internships are compulsory to obtain the ITHQ Signature certificate.

      Internship partners

      Diploma

      • Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) in Techniques de tourisme from the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur
      • ITHQ Signature certificate in Techniques de tourisme

      All students are required to follow certain basic rules regarding professional image.

      Articulation agreement

      If you have a DCS from the ITHQ, you can access the Applied Bachelor in Hospitality and Hotel Management or the Baccalauréat en gestion du tourisme et de l’hôtellerie ITHQ-ESG UQAM and get your university degree in 2 years instead of 3

      To benefit from this agreement, you must have a minimum R-score cut-off of 26 and meet all program admission requirements.

      Admission

      Admission application periods

      Québec and Canadian applicants

      Until April 24 (course start date in August)

      • 2nd round – places are limited

      International applicants

      Until March 14 (course start date in August)

      • Recommended date: February 1

      Admission requirements

      To be eligible for this program, you must: 

      • Have a high school diploma (HSD) and have successfully completed the Secondary 4 mathematics course (Culture, Society and Technology CST 4e – 063414 or Mathematics 416) or have received equivalent training, OR
      • Have a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) and successfully completed the Secondary 5 language of instruction courses, the Secondary 5 second language and Secondary 4 mathematics courses (Culture, société et technique CST 4e – 063404 or equivalent).
      • Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written French: refer to the Required language proficiency page for more details.

      Experience in the tourism industry is an asset.

      Selection interview

      The ITHQ may invite you to a selection interview that will take place in-person or remotely, according to your place of residence.

      Required documents

      • Applicants must meet all of the requirements of their chosen program and provide all required documents. Incomplete or late admission application file will be considered ineligible.
      • In order for your file to be considered complete, be sure to upload legible copies of all official documents required by your status in PDF format.  
      • Documents that are not in French or English must be accompanied by an official translation in French or English.
      • Complete transcripts of university-level studies, including obtained diplomas and certificates, if applicable
      • Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
      • Birth certificate
      • Grades 10, 11 and 12 transcripts
      • Complete transcripts for any subsequent years of study, if applicable
      • Diploma(s) obtained
      • Proof of language proficiency in French (language test result or proof of exemption)
      • Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
      • Birth certificate
      • Canadian citizenship certificate OR permanent resident card
      • Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ), if applicable
      • Complete transcripts for the last 3 years of high school (equivalent to grade 9, 10 and 11)
      • Complete transcripts for any subsequent years of study, if applicable
      • Diploma(s) obtained
      • Proof of language proficiency in French (language test result or proof of exemption)
      • Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
      • Birth certificate
      • Complete transcripts for the last 3 years of high school (equivalent to grade 9, 10 and 11)
      • Complete transcripts for any subsequent years of study, if applicable
      • Diploma(s) obtained
      • Proof of language proficiency in French (language test result or proof of exemption)
      • Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable

      Costs and financial aid


      Program fees

      Use the program fee calculator to find out about the costs of this program. 

      Financial aid and scholarships

      Looking for financial support for your study project? Find out about the different options available to you.  

      Future prospects

      Diverse and evolving career opportunities

      Tourism offers a variety of career opportunities, from the development and promotion of tourist attractions and destinations to festivals and events and transportation. Students can also specialize in areas that meet specific traveler needs, such as sustainable tourism or niche tourism. In this constantly evolving sector, a solid education plus adaptability and creativity are essential assets to succeed.

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