Discover Dominica Authority Announces 2026 Nature Island Standards of Excellence (NISE) Certification Training Series

Discover Dominica Authority (DDA), in collaboration with the Dominica State College (DSC), has launched the 2026 Nature Island Standards of Excellence (NISE) certification training series. The program aims to strengthen professionalism, service standards and regulatory compliance across the tourism sector as Dominica prepares for increased visitor arrivals driven by major national infrastructure developments, including the Cable Car and International Airport.

The annual training series targets individuals seeking NISE certification as tourism service professionals, including tour guides, taxi drivers and operators and craft and souvenir vendors.

The initiative supports DDA’s strategic focus on workforce readiness, quality assurance and capacity building, ensuring that industry stakeholders are equipped to deliver consistent, high- quality visitor experiences aligned with national standards.

All training sessions will be conducted at the Dominica State College campus in Stock Farm, Roseau.

“As Dominica prepares for increased visitor arrivals, it is essential that our tourism service providers are properly trained, certified and aligned with national standards. These programs place service excellence, safety and professionalism at the center of the visitor experience.” Interested individuals are invited to register through the Discover Dominica Authority. The cost of participation is EC$500 per person for Tour Guides and Taxi Service Providers and EC$ 300 for Craft and Souvenir Vendors, which includes training materials, instruction, assessment and certification. Registration forms can be collected at the Discover Dominica Authority Office, Great Marlborough Street, Roseau.

For additional information, contact Discover Dominica Authority at 255 8221 or email

csergenton@discoverdominica.com.