Regional Tour Guide Training (Part-time)

This exciting programme will provide participants with the skills, knowledge and competencies required to provide a comprehensive guiding service for tourists visiting and travelling in Ireland. It will be relevant, practical and up-to-date with industry needs and follow best practice guidelines.

THE AIMS OF THIS COURSE 

• To prepare learners to work as a tour guide in the heritage tourism sector at a regional level. 
• To equip learners with the skills needed for group management including health, safety and environmental best practice and customer care. 
• To equip learners with the professional, technical, social, personal and administrative skills to prepare and offer a quality guided service for a range of market profiles. 
• To develop learners’ understanding and knowledge of tourism and heritage industry best practice. 
• To equip learners with the professional awareness to evaluate and respond to the range of issues ongoing in the industry e.g. main bodies, legislation, sustainability, development and protection of heritage. 
• To develop skills in research (online and other serviced sources), interpretation and delivery of information on Irish heritage and culture. 
• To develop an understanding and appreciation of Ireland’s culture and heritage in a national and international context.

COURSE DURATION 

• Course Start date is the 13th of February 2024. 
• The programme duration is 12 weeks in total (including  exams & presentations)  
• 3 evenings a week 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm (Online) and  Saturdays 9.00 am – 4.00 pm (In person at Dublinia) 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

• Leaving Certificate or QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent qualification 
• 18 years or over 
• Fluent English – both oral and written (B2 level  of proficiency)  
• Previous relevant experience in the tourism sector 
• Basic computer literacy and use of mobile apps 
• Suitable candidates will be required to successfully complete the interview process 

PROGRESSION  

• Learners will have the opportunity to complete  the National Tour Management module in April/  May 2024. By adding on this module, you will  achieve the National Tour Guide badge.