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Ecotour Management
Ecotour Management 100 Hours Certificate Course
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Ecotour Management Online Course
Study an Ecotour Management course online through distance learning with ADL, with interest-free payment plans
Tourism is now a worldwide boom industry, with tourists visiting more places than ever before, seeking sun, sea and adventure.
Ecotourism has emerged out of a growing interest in outdoor adventure activities – from mountaineering to low impact bush walking; also because of a greater awareness of ecological matters. indeed the word Ecotourism, is derived from the words ecology and tourism.
Establishing such an enterprise requires an understanding of a wide range of issues including: legal considerations, safety, accommodation, the tour desk as a first point of contact, destinations, and management. This course develops your ability to establish and operate an ecotourism enterprise.
This course is designed for organisers of ecotourism holidays, such as travel agents and tour operators.If your passion is to become an Eco Tour Guide, then take a look at our Ecotourism Tour Guide programme.
It is an excellent first step toward increasing your potential for success in ecotour management.
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Lessons
Lesson Structure:Ā Ecotour Management BTR101
There are 9 lessons:
1Ā Nature & Scope of Ecotourism
- Introduction
- Elements of Ecotourism: 1 Nature 2 Education/Interpretation 3 Cultural Impacts 4. Sustainability 5. Financial Aspects
- Case Study: Bhutan ā A different approach
- Principles of Ecotourism
- Comparison of two different sets of Ecotourism principles: 1 National Ecotourism Accreditation Program 2 The International Ecotourism Society
- Nature Based Tourism is not necessarily Ecotourism
- Who Are The Ecotourists?
- Ecotour Reviews
2 Management Issues
- Recreation and the Environment
- What is Recreation?
- The Environment
- Environmentally-based Recreation Aactivities
- Recreational Impact on the Environment
- Ethical Concerns
- How are these principles incorporated into ecotourism experiences and activities?
- Wildland Adventures Ecotravel Principles and Practices
- Community Based Tourism & Culturally Sensitive Operations
- Legal Concerns
- Interpretation
- Five Principles of Interpretation
- Some active interpretation ideas
- Visitor Guidelines
- Quality Control in Ecotourism
- Planning for minimal impact
- Management Research
- Consultation
- Obtain relevant permits
- Monitoring
- Developing a minimal impact operations manual
3 Industry Destinations
- Classifying Ecotourists
- Understanding the Ecotourist Market
- Trends in International Tourism Markets
- Understanding the needs of the Consumer
- Cultural differences
- Expectations
- What do ecotourist want?
- A Destination Profile: Tourism possibilities in Mexico
- New Aspects in Ecotourism: 1 Conservation Volunteerism 2 Carbon Credits/OffsetsĀ 3 Green Architecture 4 Agro-ecotourism
- What Makes a Good Ecotourism Destination? Location, Location, Location
- Access & Infrastructure
- Public Policy
- Hazards
- The Paradoxes of Ecotourism
4 The Tour Desk/Office
- The Ecotourism Business Operation
- Business Planning
- Mission Statement
- Objectives
- SWOT: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
- Marketing
- Finance
- Sales/Bookings
- Staff
- Sample Job Description
- Accreditation
- Tour Desks
- Green actions in Office Management
- Attraction Sustainable Development & Management
- Business Professionalism
- Business Letters
- Using the Telephone
- Emails
5 Accommodation Facilities
- Introduction
- Accommodation facilities
- Eco-Accomodation as the Attraction
- Accomodationas Incidental to the Ecotourism
- Accommodation on Tour
- Minimising Impacts from Camping on Tour
- Other facilities
- Decisions for Ecotour Operations and Guides
6 Catering Facilities
- Accepted Practise for Service Facilities In Relation To Local Communities
- Equipment
- Foods
- Making Your Owm – Foods for on Tour
- Meats
- Specialised Diets
- Food wastes
- Water
- Water in Developing Countries
- Drinking Water
- Water Containers
7Ā Legal Considerations
- Environmental Regulations
- Protected Areas
- National Parks (e.g. Australia)
- Land Use/Planning Restrictions
- What is Risk in Ecotourism?
- Risk Reduction
- Legal Liability
- Insurance
- Copyright
- Waivers
- Client Information
- Extractive Ecotourism
- Consumer Rights
8Ā Safety
- Potential Hazards: Boating and rivers, Wild animals, Exposure to weather and natural forces, Other Accidents, Training, Equipment, Personal safety gear, Hygiene, Guest Participation
- First Aid
- Safety: Controlling Participants in Ecotourism Activities, When To Cancel
- Guidelines for Wilderness Safety: Dos and Don’ts
- Search and Rescue Services
- Example of the Operation of a Wilderness Rescue
9Ā Planning an Ecotourism Activity
PBL (Problem Based Learning) Project
PROJECT TITLE: PLANNING AN ECOTOUR
1. Project aim
Plan a one day ecotour for a specified group of people (e.g. a group of elderly women; aĀ mixed group of overseas tourists; a class of primary school children; a group interested inĀ environmental issues).
2. Learning Outcomes
Identify main needs and concerns of key stakeholders (such as activities andĀ resources for handicapped visitors; concerns for child safety; need to avoid damage toĀ the site);
Identify a tour destination suitable for the specified group of people, according to statedĀ criteria.
Establish realistic parameters for a 1 day tour (such as limits to budget, time andĀ resources etc.)
Design an activity program appropriate to the site and available resources;
Outline the accommodation, transport, meals and activities for the planned ecotour.
List the licenses and fees that must be paid for the planned ecotour.
Plan a budget for the cost/charges for the planned ecotour.
Establish a procedure for reviewing and evaluating the tour.
3. Problem Definition
You are required to plan a 1 day ecotour for the identified group. These clients are not familiarĀ with the destination or the local area. Your plan must consider budget, time and otherĀ limitations, and the general cost to the participants.Your task: Design a 1 day ecotour that is suitable and affordable for the identified group. Present your design in a report that addresses each of the learning outcomes listed above.
Learning Goals
Learning Goals:Ā Ecotour Management BTR101
- Describe the scope of ecotourism experiences available
- Determine management issues related to ecotourism activities/enterprises, giving due
- consideration to environmental and ethical concerns
- Develop in the learner an awareness of ecotourism destinations in existence and new possibilities
- Explain the management and operation of an ecotourism office
- Explain the management of ecotourism accommodation facilities including: camp sites, cabins,
- caravans, and resorts
- Identify catering options for different ecotourism activities
- Identify legal and statutory requirements for the establishment and operation of an ecotourism
- enterprise
- Identify/establish safety precautions/requirements/procedures for an ecotourism enterprise
- Plan an eco-tour activity
Practical (Set Tasks)
Practicals:Ā Ecotour Management BTR101
- Prepare reviews of six different ecotourism destinations
- Contact travel agencies and information centres to research the scope of ecotourism activities available in your area
- Contact a range of ecotourism operators to research their concerns for the environment
- Determine three examples of ecotourism activities that have had undesirable social or environmental impacts
- Report on the relevance of indigenous culture to ecotourism in your locality
- Carry out research into desirable ecotourism destinations
- Identify potential ecotourism activities in your locality
- Observe the administrative operations of an existing ecotourism venture
- Establish administrative procedures for your own hypothetical ecotourism enterprise
- Inspect an ecotourism accommodation facility
- Research the statutory/legislative requirements for setting up ecotourism accommodation in your locality
- Determine suitable layout for an ecotourism accommodation facility
- Visit at least two suppliers of outdoor/recreation camping and cooking equipment
- Contact your local health department or similar to find out causes of food poisoning and how it can be prevented
- Make contact with several local ecotourism associations to research membership requirements
- Research law and regulations in your state that may affect the operation of an ecotourism enterprise
- Contact at least two insurance brokers for their recommendations on the type of insurance needed for a proposed ecotourism activity
- Research safety notification requirements in a natural area
- Interview someone who has been involved in the planning and/or delivery of an ecotourism activity.
Examinations
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Assessment
Assessment is based on a combination of completing all assignments and sitting for a final short one and a half hour exam, in your own location.
If you donāt cope well with exams then you may elect to undertake a project instead. This is a popular option.
In addition, most modules have a Set Task at the end of each lesson placed before the assignment. This is an opportunity to undertake practical work to help you acquire knowledge and skills and practical experience.Ā This ADL feature is an added bonus not found at most online schools. Set Tasks are not required for assessment.Ā
Some courses also have optional Self-Tests which are available on our online learning platform. These are not available by correspondence or by USB, and do not form part of your overall grade.
How our courses work
- Choose Your Learning Method
You choose how you would like to receive your course material, i.e., Online, USB or Correspondence.Ā The choice is yours. You may also work on online or offline. - Tutor Allocation
Every student is assigned their own dedicated tutor who is an expert in their subject area. They provide as much or as little individual contact as you require. You can contact your tutor whenever you need – your hours are not limited. - Feedback and Assignments
Tutor Feedback is an essential component in helping you understand the subject matter. Tutor feedback is given in the form of notes written on the assignment. We encourage you to contact your Tutor where help with clarification and understanding of course material may be required.
Your assignments are located at the end of each lesson.Ā You submit them for marking whenever you are ready.Ā There is no time limit.Ā Ā - Set Tasks and Self-Tests
Most modules have a Set Task at the end of each lesson before for the assignment. This is where you get the opportunity to undertake practical work to help you acquire knowledge, skills and practical experience.Ā Many modules also have short Self-Tests. - Exams
Once all assignments have been completed you may then elect to sit for a one and half hour exam in your own location. If you prefer not to take the exam you do have the option to undertake a project instead.
Once the exam or project part of the course is completed, your Certificate is then processed.Ā Please allow approximately 4 weeks for this. - Design Your Own Qualification
ADL offers students the flexibility to self-design their own qualification ā bundling together a combination of 100-hour modules into a qualification higher than a certificate.
FAQ
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Here is a list of the most often asked FAQās.
General
Q. Why should I enrol with the Academy for Distance Learning?
A. Here at ADL, our students are our priority ā we treat everyone as a unique individual.
Q. Do I need to buy text books?
A. No, as each module has been written by highly qualified industry professionals. The content of the material is presented in such a way that text books are not required. However, if you requireĀ additional reading your tutor will be able to supply a list.
Q. What happens if I have to stop studying for a while? (eg. become sick, go on holidays, have a baby, move house, etc)
A. Itās OK to take a break and start up your study at a later point in time. Just let us know.
Q. Is there an age limit?
A. There is no maximum age limit. We do however, have a minimum age limit of 18 years. Below that age parental consent would be required.
Q. Are your courses up-to date?
A. Our courses are revised and updated on a rotation system.
Q. Do you have a Cancellation policy?
A. Yes. We have a cancellation policy that is fair and equitable. For further details please click here.
Q. Will I have any opportunity to engage with other students?
A. We have a Student Community group based on facebook! If you donāt have a facebook account already, you could make one just for talking with fellow students on the group.
Enrolment
Q. When can I enrol/start?
A. You may enrol and start at any time of the year ā itās all self- paced.
Q. Can I study from anywhere in the world?
A. Our courses are available to anyone, anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. The course content is relevant to any country, culture or economy.
Q. How long do I have to complete the course?
A. You complete the course at any time that is convenient for you.
Q. Completing a 100 hour module – how long will it take?
A. For some students a 100 hour module will take approximately to 3- 6 months to complete. Others take less time and some even longer.
Assessment
Q. Assessment ā how does it work?
A. For each 100 hour module you are assessed by assignments (at the end of each lesson) and a final one and a half hour exam (or you may elect to complete a Project, instead of sitting the exam) āĀ the choice is yours ā you sit for the exam in your own location.
Q. I donāt cope well with exams ā what can I do?
A. You may elect to undertake a Project (set by your tutor) instead of sitting the exam. Projects are completed from your home and can usually take a couple of weeks to complete.
Q. If my assignment is not up to standard is there an opportunity to resubmit my work?
A. Yes ā
Q. How many assignments do I need to complete for each module?
A. At the end of each lesson, there is an assignment ā so if a course has say, 10 lessons, there would be 10 assignments.
Q. I am having difficulty attending workshops/industry meetings, what can be done?
A. If your course requires attendance at workshops, conferences, or industry meetings; alternative arrangements can be made in your country.
Qualifications
Q. What qualification will I receive?
A. For individual modules, you would be awarded a Certificate endorsed by TQUK (Training Qualifications, UK), providing you complete all assignments and the exam. If you just want to complete only the assignments and not sit for the exam or finish a Project, then a Letter of Achievement would be awarded. For more details on qualifications available please click here.
Q. Can I customize my diploma/higher qualification?
A. Not all educational institutionās certificates /diplomas meet everyoneās needs. The opportunity to Design Your Own Diploma at the Academy (subject to our approval) is an added bonus, not foundĀ at other colleges. You choose modules that you think will help you in achieving your goal.
Q. What do I get when I complete the course? Will I receive a transcript?
A. At the completion of all courses and providing all assignments and exam requirements have been met, you will receive your Award and a Transcript.
Tutors
Q. Our tutors ā who are they?
A. We appoint Tutors and require that they must be currently active in their industry, with at least 5 yearsā experience in their chosen profession.
Q. Can I contact my tutor at any time?
A. Yes – you have unlimited access to your tutor via email through our Online Classroom. You can always leave a message with ADL requesting your tutor to contact you. You decide on how much or howĀ little contact you wish to have.
Q. Practical work ā How is this done?
A. To find out more about this part of the course please visit the section on How Our Courses Work here.
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- Assignments Marked
- Professional Tutor Feedback
- Set Tasks - Practical Exercises to help you develop skills
- Self-Tests ā multiple choice questions at the end of lessons in most modules
- Unlimited Personal Tutor Support ā via our student classroom
- Committed and Friendly Admin Support ā vital to your success
- All ADL Exam or Project fees (exception RHS exams)
- Qualification Certificate
- Official Transcript with assignment grades
- Student Manual
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A:Ā You can study any of the RHS theory qualifications overseas.Ā All courses are offered in English.Ā You will need to email RHS Qualifications direct to arrange sitting for your examination overseas.
Q: Is There a Time Limit for Completing an RHS Qualification?
A:Ā At present there are no time limits.Ā However, RHS is contemplating in the future, the introduction of course time-lines.
Q:Ā Are There Any Entry Requirements (Pre-Requisites)?
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Q:Ā What Course Should I Start With First?Ā I Am New To RHS Qualifications.
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Q:Ā When Do Exams Take Place?
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Q:Ā Where Do I Take My Exams?
A:Ā UK: You take the exams at the RHS Wisley Centre, located between Cobham and Ripley in Surrey or at other authorised RHS centres around the UK.
Overseas: please email RHS qualifications direct for centre information.
Q:Ā Exam Pass Marks?
A: Ā Module – pass 50%.Ā Ā CommendationĀ 70%.
Qualification:Ā 50% pass for all modules.
CommendationĀ awarded for all modules.
Each questionĀ carries a value of 10 marks.
Q:Ā Iām Not Happy With My Exam Results?
A:Ā You have the opportunity to re-sit your exam at the next opportunity.
There are no restrictions on the number of re-sits you can take.Ā The highest mark you achieve will remain.,