IATG Goals & Activities

Professional Members are required to obtain points to renew their membership. It is through this professional status that IATG will retain and build upon its credibility. IATG promotes the following to the industry;

To assist Australian tour guides to achieve the highest professional standards. Its primary aim is to advocate on behalf of all the members on issues related to the industry. In achieving this IATG promotes the recruitment and training of guides, establishment of industry benchmarks and representation of tour guides at the highest level. As tourism remains increasingly important to Australia’s economy and to our nation’s sense of identity, the necessity of having knowledgeable, expert tour guides becomes crucial to its success.

To download the details of the Professional Development Requirements, please click here (PDF).