The Institute of Professional Tourist Guides of Southern Africa (IPTGSA) was formed by guides, for guides, to promote and maintain a platform of recognised professional Tourist Guides in Southern Africa and in so doing contribute to the development of professional guiding and invest and support members (and prospective members) by improving their capacity and abilities.
In South Africa, tourist guiding is a regulated profession governed by national legislation and policies. Any person that would like to become a tourist guide must undergo training as part of a formal qualification registered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Upon being deemed competent, such person will receive a certificate issued by the Culture, Arts, Tourism Hospitality and Sports Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA). Such person must then apply to the relevant Provincial Registrar to be registered in order to operate legally.
Membership benefits:
Member of a professional body with recognised career path development (CPD)
Recognised and vetted registration credentials
Collective marketing to tour operators and agents
CPD opportunities to suit your schedule
One on one marketing opportunities (Tourist Guide Indaba)
Bi-annual Printed directory listing of members
Online listing of members and contact details
Mentorship Program to help members with broadening their experience.
Organised Financial planning (provident funds, saving, insurance)
Treasury assistance in setting up online professional invoicing and bookkeeping
Resources to help members with BBBEE certification, Standardised contracts, and various travel-related insurance
Registered professional designation (in the process of registration with SAQA)
Visit: https://www.iptgsa.org/
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