Tourism Ambassador Certification

Challenge yourself with Heritage Corridor Destinations' free tourism ambassador certification program

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Heritage Corridor Destinations offers the online Tourism Ambassador Certification (TAC) program at no cost to you. The multi-faceted program features self-guided modules that allow tourism ambassadors to learn at their own pace. In as little as two hours, ambassadors can level up their local knowledge, polish their customer services skills, and discover their unique role in the tourism industry. 

By inspiring and coaching employees, volunteers, and residents, the program ensures that every visitor interaction becomes a memorable experience that encourages visitors to return to the Heritage Corridor. 

Tourism Ambassadors that complete the program can celebrate their achievement with a certificate. Discover your role in local tourism and add a new certification to your resume today. 

What Our Tourism Ambassadors Have to Say

"The Tourism Ambassador Certification has already been incredibly valuable in my work across several areas of our community. The truth is, tourism touches almost every business in our region. When visitors have a great experience, it benefits all of us — from restaurants and shops to hotels, venues, and service businesses.

I’m proud to help tell the story of our area and to be a friendly face for people exploring Starved Rock Country and the Illinois Valley."

- JC Heerdt, Ficek Electric & Communication Systems