Module 6 Tour Guide Licensing and Certification

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What is the first step to obtain a license in Washington, D.C. for tour guides?

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Request an application from the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.

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What are some requirements to obtain a tour guide license in Washington, D.C.?

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Filling out forms, fingerprinting, passing a medical examination, and submitting letters of reference.

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What is the passing grade for the examination to become a tour guide in Washington, D.C.?

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70 percent and above.

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How often must a tour guide in Washington, D.C. renew their license?

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Annually.

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What is the cost to renew a tour guide license in Washington, D.C.?

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$28.

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What is unique about Washington, D.C. compared to New York City and New Orleans regarding tour guide licensing?

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Washington, D.C. is the only one that requires a license.

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What is the first step for a candidate seeking certification in Vienna, Austria?

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Approach the chamber of commerce.

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What are the basic requirements for a tour guide in Vienna, Austria?

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Fluency in two languages, basic knowledge of the city, and good health.

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How long is the guide curriculum at the institute in Vienna?

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Two to Three years.

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How often must a guide in Vienna pass an examination?

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Every six months.