GSTC Auditor Training in Antalya, Turkiye

Date: November 22-24, 2024

Location: Antalya, Turkiye

Venue: To be announced

Language: Turkish

Scope: GSTC Industry Criteria for Hotel and Tour operator

*GSTC Auditor Training involves 3-days training class followed by two tests. In the GSTC Auditor Training Class, the GSTC Industry Criteria will be explained with the process of audit and key issues auditors need to be aware of.

About the Course | Exam & Certificate | Trainer & Presenters | Registration Details

ABOUT THE COURSE

GSTC Auditor Training

Certification Bodies will need to conform to the current version of the GSTC Accreditation Manual and have auditors and certification decision-makers that have specific knowledge of sustainable tourism and the GSTC Criteria.

To confirm auditors and certification decision-makers have the needed specific knowledge, they are required to attend an auditor training approved by the GSTC and satisfactory pass of an examination. This requirement cannot be initiated until after the Certification Body has formally opened their application for accreditation.

Note: The GSTC Auditor Training is designed to teach experienced auditors how to audit to the GSTC Criteria. However, it is open to the public, and there are no prerequisites in order to participate in the training.

Please be aware that completion of the auditor training does not automatically qualify one as an GSTC Auditor. Auditors should satisfy all the requirements underlined in the GSTC Accreditation Manual, including educational background, audit experiences, and other auditor training qualification. The qualification for the GSTC Auditor Training is just one of them.

EXAM & CERTIFICATE

GSTC Certificate of Achievement

By completing the GSTC Auditor Training class, you will meet the training requirement towards earning the GSTC Certificate of Achievement for Auditor Training.

For the GSTC Certificate of Achievement, two kind of tests are required.

Written Exam: Auditors who intend to work for the GSTC-Accredited CB may take and pass the GSTC Auditor Exam (passing score: 85%). The exam will be conducted online, and participants will have 2 weeks to complete the exam after the training class.
Field Performance Test: Auditors will conduct individual mock audit on a hotel and/or tour operators and prepare the report for each scope. Upon achieving the passing score of 75%, GSTC Certificate of Achievement will be granted.

LEAD TRAINER

Mustafa Söğüt

Mustafa Söğüt is the Assurance Strategy Manager at GSTC. His role at GSTC is to support the execution of accreditation activities, Turkiye’s Sustainable Tourism Program, and assisting Auditor Training.

With a decade of experience as a Sustainable Tourism Auditor, Mustafa has gained extensive firsthand knowledge of onsite sustainability practices and initiatives.

Mustafa holds a Master’s degree in Tourism Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Public Relations. His certifications include GSTC Hotel Auditor, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Pedagogical Education, and Health and Safety Expertise. Mustafa is currently based in Antalya, Türkiye.