What our program offers
(updated 08/23/2007)
Programs
  • 4-phase training program (basic, intermediate, advanced, and capstone levels)
  • 80 to 88-hour combined program resulting in a Certificate of Training and combined transcript
  • Certification program leading to the designation as Military Protocol Specialist or Government Protocol Specialist
Training sites
  • Orlando, Florida (Holiday Inn Select-Orlando Int'l Airport)
  • San Antonio, Texas
  • Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Other sites occasionally
Program features
  • Practical training in military and government protocol procedures covering all services and federal departments
  • Guest speakers (Phase III course)
  • Relaxed learning environment
  • Casual civilian dress
  • Complimentary breakfast each morning at our Orlando site for those staying at the
    Holiday Inn Select-Orlando International Airport
  • Complimentary ice breaker/mixer
  • Complimentary luncheon
  • Complimentary break service
Fees
Course 2007 2008
TIPS007 Combined Phase I & II (5-day) $850 $870
TIPS003 Phase III (5-day) $750 $770
TIPS009 Phase IV/Advanced Studies $750 $770
TIPS010 The Protocol Forum & Refresher Varies Varies
  • Discounts for multiple attendees at the same course *
  • Discounts for second and subsequent course *
  • No penalties for changes or cancellations at any time

         * does not apply to The Protocol Forum
Registration transferability
  • Registrations can be transferred without penalty to another person if the person registered can not attend
Payment methods

  • VISA, MasterCard, and American Express including travel & IMPAC cards

  • Cash

  • Check

  • Purchase Order (DD 1556)
Refund policy
  • Advance payment not required; if made, though, full refund will be given if attendance is cancelled at any time or if the person does not show up at the class
Training & other materials 
  • Our CD containing our book, the Protocol and Event Management Guide which includes Practical Protocol for the Military & Government, The Flag Guide, the Military Dining Guide, and a ceremonies guide along with many military and government protocol-related publications and military ceremonial music.
  • Slide Guide containing all course slides
  • Practical Protocol Lite, a 30-plus page distillation of our book, Practical Protocol for the Military & Government, covering key subjects
  • Certificate of completion
  • Transcript of training
  • Class photo
  • Class list
  • Free download of updates to the Protocol and Event Management Guide