The purpose of this award (which was developed in collaboration with Fáilte Ireland) is to enable learners to acquire the relevant knowledge, skills and competencies to work effectively as a Tourist Guide in Dublin, the Ancient East & Hidden Heartlands.
Many past students of this well-established course have set up their own tour guiding businesses or are employed as on site Tour Guides at visitor attractions and heritage sites.
There is a strong emphasis on sustainable tour management and the Leave No Trace principles. Students will also complete a certified Leave No Trace Awareness programme.
Throughout the course students are encouraged to develop their own unique tours based on special interest tourism.
There are a number of familiarisation tours to heritage and tourism sites; guest lectures from industry representatives; and talks from past students. Students will also get the opportunity to participate in a Failte Ireland Tour Guide Networking session.
On completion of the course students be have the option of a listing on Failte Ireland Directory of Approved Tour Guides & can join relevant industry associations.
| College | Dublin College, Stillorgan |
| Course ID | 194880 |
| Course Location | EU |
| Location Postcode | Co. Dublin |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Special Purpose Award / Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Regional Tour Guiding (TOUR- 6S20233) |
| Course Start Date | 7th September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 28th May 2027 |
| Course Duration | 8 months |
| Course Time | 9.30- 16.15 Mon - Fri |
| Course Fee | Pending |
| Entry Requirements | Education: Leaving Certificate or equivalent Aptitude: In interest in providing tour guiding activities to clients Previous Experience: None required |
| Course Code | TOUR- 6S20233 |
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