Tour Guiding - Regional Tour Guiding - Killybegs
This programme provides participants with the professional, social, technical and administrative skills necessary to offer a quality guiding service to domestic and overseas visitors. The programme would be suited to those who have an appreciation and genuine interest in their locality and enjoy sharing their pride of place with others.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Atlantic Technological University | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
14 weeks part-time, on-campus.
Study Hours
It is recommended that students should try to allow for 10-12 hours study per week per 10 credit module.
On-Campus Attendance
Mandatory attendance at the Killybegs Campus.
Entry Requirements
5 O6/H7 in the Leaving Certificate, to include Mathematics (F2/06/H7) and either Irish or English (O6/ H7), or a QQI FET Level 5, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates who do not meet the above entry requirements may be admitted to the programme on the grounds of mature years (over 23 by 1st January in the proposed year of entry).
Further information
Total Fees €1,000
Who should apply?
This programme would suit those interested in working in the tourism activity sector providing a range of professional guiding services for visitors. The programme would suit those with experience of the tourism industry or those who may be considering a change of career.
Modules
Irish History, Culture and Heritage
Guiding Practice
Examination & Assessment
Coursework & Final Exam.
Admissions: admissions.donegal@atu.ie