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AIF offers both educational and training resources and recognition
programs for vacation ownership industry professionals.
AIF (with the American Hotel and Lodging Association) offers various
training resources for all positions in the
vacation ownership industry including self study courses and resource videos,
textbooks and CD-Roms. AIF also produced a multimedia CD-Rom of the
"Principles of Timeshare" which includes a video of the 2003 educational
session with matching slides and a searchable transcript. Also
available as a resource is the 2007 Timeshare Industry Resource Manual, a
comprehensive “timeshare 101” textbook.
AIF offers two kinds of recognition programs for Timeshare
Professionals. The designation programs include the Associate
and Registered Resort Professional (ARP and
RRP) programs, with requirements of passing a test based
on the Timeshare Industry Resource Manual, earning credits and
continuing industry participation. Achievement demonstrates industry
knowledge, dedication and know-how. There is also a Certified
Timeshare Supervisor certification program where individuals
complete 9 self-study workbooks and pass a comprehensive test to achieve
the CTS status, with no ongoing requirements.
Why participate in ARDA’s education programs?
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Participation in the AIF educational programs signifies
professional awareness, enhances workplace performance and fosters
self-esteem.
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For industry professionals, participation in these programs
demonstrates to consumers, state regulators, the media and fellow
industry professionals a commitment to quality and the ARDA Code of Standards and Ethics.
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Vacation Ownership companies recognize the value that designations
carry.
Questions? Call or email Darla Zanini, (202) 207-1078.
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