About the Program
Hui! 'Ano'ai me ke aloha, pehea 'oukou? Interpret Hawai'i at Kapi'olani Community College offers a variety of non-credit and continuing education courses on Hawai'i's host culture. With the only State-of-Hawai'i certification in the history and culture of Hawai'i, we provide visitor-industry training modules that fuse Hawai'i's rich cultural history, values, and language into today's workplace.

Our courses and modules are essential and designed to meet the needs of any business or organization that believes in being "culturally responsible".

Fun and enjoyable community courses and excursions are also available to help those wanting to learn more about this place we call home.

Customized training and special group excursions are also available for a cost-efficient opportunity for your company or group to set the standard in doing business here in Hawai'i, or just planning an exiting excursion or outing.

Responsible cultural tourism begins with you! This is the only state-certification offered on Hawaiian history and culture geared to the visitor industry professional that comes into contact with the visitor on a daily basis giving the participant the skills to actively engage their guests in the language, history, and culture of Hawai'i. Tour Guides, Tour Bus Drivers, Hotel Concierge, Flight Professionals, Restaurant Workers and Taxi Drivers are just a few examples of those who benefit from certification. The course is taught in six sessions, ending with the History and Culture of Hawai’i / Tour Guide and Driver certification test. Upon completion of the test, you will receive a certificate, a pin, and an I.D. card showing State-Certification. The test is included in the course fee. Please call 734-9346 for more information.