What are the qualification as a tour guides in Philippines?

To become a tour guide in the Philippines, you must meet the following qualifications:

1. Filipino Citizen: Only Filipino citizens are allowed to work as tour guides in the Philippines.

2. Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a tour guide license in the Philippines.

3. Educational Qualification: You must have a college degree in Tourism or a related field (e.g., History, Anthropology, Geography). If you do not have a college degree, you may be able to apply for a tour guide license if you have extensive experience working as a tour guide.

4. Experience Requirement: You must have at least two years of experience working as a tour guide or in the tourism industry.

5. Language Proficiency: You must be fluent in English and Filipino. You may also need to be proficient in other languages, depending on the areas you will be guiding.

6. Physical and Mental Fitness: You must be physically and mentally capable of conducting tours.

7. Good communication and customer service skills: Tour guides should be able to communicate effectively and build rapport with their clients. They should also be able to handle difficult situations and provide excellent customer service.

8. Knowledge of Philippine history, culture, and geography: Tour guides should have a sound understanding of Philippine history, culture, and geography. They should be able to share this knowledge in an interesting and engaging way.

9. Cultural sensitivity and respect: Tour guides should be culturally sensitive and respectful of different customs, beliefs, and practices. They should also be able to promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.

10. Professionalism and ethics: Tour guides should conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner. They should be honest, reliable, and trustworthy. They should also respect the privacy and confidentiality of their clients.

11. License:

- Pass the Tour Guide Accreditation Examination (TGAE) conducted by the Department of Tourism (DOT)

- Submit required documents and application form

- Pay the processing and licensing fees

- Once approved, you will be issued a DOT Tour Guide ID and a Professional Tour Guide License