| The certificate in Introduction to Ecotourism is a short, face-to-face course that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of ecotourism. Students will learn about the history of ecotourism, the different types of ecotourism, the benefits of ecotourism, and the challenges of ecotourism. They will also learn about the different roles that governments, businesses, and communities can play in sustainable tourism development. |
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Module 1: Introduction to Ecotourism
- Understand the definition of ecotourism.
- Identify the different types of ecotourism.
- Learn about the history and development of ecotourism.
- Module 2: Principles of Ecotourism
- Understand the principles of ecotourism.
- Learn about the different ways to measure the sustainability of ecotourism.
- Develop skills in applying the principles of ecotourism in practice.
- Module 3: Sustainable Tourism Development
- Understand the importance of sustainable tourism development.
- Learn about the different ways to develop and manage sustainable tourism destinations.
- Develop skills in sustainable tourism development and planning.
- Module 4: Tourism Policy Development and Implementation
- Understand the importance of tourism policy development and implementation.
- Learn about the different ways to develop and implement tourism policies.
- Develop skills in tourism policy development and implementation.
- Module 5: Tourism Legislation and Regulation
- Understand the importance of tourism legislation and regulation.
- Learn about the different types of tourism legislation and regulation.
- Develop skills in understanding and complying with tourism legislation and regulation.
- Module 6: Public-Private Partnerships in Tourism
- Understand the importance of public-private partnerships in tourism.
- Learn about the different types of public-private partnerships in tourism.
- Develop skills in developing and managing public-private partnerships in tourism.
- High school or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in the course topic
- Good level of English
| 100 GLH |