Course Description
National Tour Guiding - Killarney
Develop the professional, technical, social and administrative skills needed to deliver a professional tour guiding experience. National Tour Guides can work anywhere in Ireland.#
What Will I Study?
- Irish National Heritage & Culture (6N20231)
- Irish Tour Guiding (6N20229)
- National Tour Management (6N20230)
Why Should I Apply?
- You enjoy people and sharing stories
- Opportunities for travel
- Strong demand for qualified guides
- Seasonal work
| College | Kerry College of Further Education & Training |
| Course Location | Tralee, Kerry |
| Course Category | Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 6 Higher Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award Certificate in National Tour Guiding (6S20232) |
| Course Start Date | 14th October 2024 |
| Course End Date | 18th April 2025 |
| Course Duration | 27 Weeks |
| Course Fee | No Fees |
| Entry Requirements | -MINIMUM- -Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course. -Leaving Certificate, QQI Level 5 Major Award or equivalent. -Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. -Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher). -Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland. -ADDITIONAL- -Must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course. -Able to relate to a variety of individuals and groups is desirable. -Fluency in a second language is desirable. -A full class B driving licence is desirable. -Knowledge of Ireland’s geography, tourist product, social and political history is desirable. -Previous relevant industry experience is desirable. -Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. -Good numeracy skills. -Basic computer skills. -Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting - process. |
| Carear Path | Participants who successfully complete this course will seek positions as tour guides employed directly or on a freelance basis with tour operators and tour guide companies. |
| Phone | 0667149696/0646622593 |
| Course Code | 408403 |
For information about Kerry College of Further Education & Training, please visit their college page on Whichcollege.ie by clicking here.
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