Many
Years of Excellence
Since 1972, Roeder Travel
, Ltd. has earned its position as Maryland's prime source of travel
management. The Maryland School of Travel has been educating students
for almost three decades, successfully placing thousands of graduates
in salaried and independent travel positions. The Correspondence Division
enables us to provide the same quality service and education worldwide.
Course
Description
The curriculum is presented
in two sections. Section one is an Internet tutorial presenting a comprehensive
study of SABRE. Section two is printed material
explaining the procedures required to book tour packages and cruises.
Up-to-date brochures are provided. Homework is assigned for each section
followed by a comprehensive final exam..
Curriculum
Requirements
Students must complete all
lessons and assigned homework. Homework must be mailed or faxed to the
Maryland School of Travel. Upon completion of the two sections, a final
exam will be given. The final exam must be completed and mailed or faxed
to the Maryland School of Travel. Homework and the final exam will be
corrected and returned.
Progress
Reports
Progress reports are kept
on each student and current standings may be requested at any time.
Completion
Requirements
Students must successfully
complete curriculum requirements within one year of receipt of materials
and obtain a passing grade on the final exam.
Entrance
Requirements
Applicants must have the ability
to pay the tuition in full. Payment plans are not available at this
time. Access to a computer is required for use of the instructional
disk.
Instructional
Staff |
Mimi
Roeder Vaughan |
President
and Dean of Faculty |
Barbara
Knopp |
Assistant
Dean of Faculty |
Lynn
Alonso |
Dean
of Students |
Enrollment
Dates/Calendar
The Correspondence Division
has an open enrollment policy. Students may enroll at any time. All
work must be completed and received by The Maryland School of Travel
no later than one year after receipt of materials, as outlined under
completion requirements.
Grading
Standards
Progress Reports
Progress reports are kept on each student and grades may be obtained
from the instructor upon request. Grade reports are rendered at completion
of each term, except when a student is failing. The school will counsel
a failing student and take necessary action.
A
|
90-100 |
Excellent |
B
|
80-89 |
Above
Average |
C
|
70-79
|
Satisfactory |
D
|
60-69
|
Passing |
Failing
Students
Students who fail to maintain
a passing grade may repeat a phase of training at no additional charge.
Failing students may be placed on probation over a 14 day period and if
their grades do not improve at the end of the probationary period, they
will be dismissed from school.
Student
Conduct Policy
Students are required to comply
with all school regulations as outlined during orientation. Students are
required to act in a manner that will reflect credit on themselves, the
school, and the industry. Failure to adhere to and observe school regulations
and policy will result in probation or immediate dismissal.
After graduation students will
receive a certification of graduation, approved by the State Board of
Higher Education. In addition, the Maryland School of Travel offers job
placement assistance.
Completion
Requirements
Complete
curriculum requirements |
Pass
exams |
Meet
attendance requirements |
Meet
financial requirements |
Refund
Policy
If the Institution closes,
cancels, or discontinues a program, students will receive a full refund.
Students must submit a dated, written request for a refund if they choose
to terminate enrollment. Refund of the deposit will only be given within
7 days after signing the enrollment agreement. If a student begins class
within the 7 day cancellation period the refund policy will be as follows:
Course(s)
Taken Refund Given |
1 Class |
$272 |
2
Classes |
$204 |
3
Classes |
$136 |
4
Classes |
$68 |
5
Classes |
No
Refund |
Course
Outline
Travel Agent Training –
Entry Level Program
Course Length – 36 hours
Objective: To learn the basics
in the travel business and the use of the SABRE computer system.
1. Booking and writing airline
tickets, train tickets, cruises, charters, tour hotels and car rentals
12 hours
2. Computer instruction 24
hours
Optional: 100 hours on the
computer
Enrollment
Limitations
Night Class 30 students 10/1
student/teacher ratio
Day Class 20 students 10/1 student/teacher ratio
Attendance
Policy
Student
are excused for: |
Personal
illness |
Death
of an immediate member of the family |
Required
appearance in court |
Reasons
approved by the school director |
Unexcused
absences exceeding one class per term will be cause for interruption of
training and possible dismissal. Each student who misses a class must
make it up before the ten week session is over. All academic work required
of the student must be satisfactorily completed during the term. Each
student must attend 90% of the classes. Tardiness is not permitted.
A leave of absence may be granted
because of illness or serious established need. This must be done in writing.
A student may enter next session at the same point of advancement with
with an additional fee of $250. |