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Taipei Tour Guide Association
Taipei Tour Guide Association

Course categories

Our courses fall into eight categories. Each one lists what it covers, the key skills and who it is for. Choose “Upcoming courses in this category” to see only that category.

Guiding Fundamentals and Techniques

What it covers
Writing tour scripts, speaking skills and route planning
Key skills
Clear, logical delivery, story structure and setting the scene
Who it is for
New guides and anyone who wants to strengthen the basics

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Culture and Local Knowledge

What it covers
Guiding Taiwan's cultural heritage
Key skills
Local history, cultural context and heritage preservation
Who it is for
Anyone passionate about local culture

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Cross-Generational Communication

What it covers
Teamwork and interaction across age groups
Key skills
Mutual understanding between younger and older guides, communicating across generations
Who it is for
Anyone who wants to take part in cross-generational guiding

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Tour Planning

What it covers
Designing a one-day tour from scratch
Key skills
Itinerary design, time management and map tools
Who it is for
Guides who want to design their own tours

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Sustainable Tourism and ESG

What it covers
Low-carbon guiding and environmental practice
Key skills
Designing low-carbon itineraries and eco-friendly guiding
Who it is for
Anyone who cares about sustainability and the environment

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Photography, Video and Social Media for Guides

What it covers
Photography, short videos and social media
Key skills
Smartphone photography, editing Reels and TikTok videos
Who it is for
Guides who want to market their tours through new media

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Safety and Emergency Response

What it covers
Group safety and emergency response
Key skills
First aid and handling the unexpected
Who it is for
All tour guides and tour leaders

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Field Guiding Showcase

What it covers
Simulated outdoor group tours
Key skills
Leading a full tour, with feedback
Who it is for
Students who want to put what they have learned to the test

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