Travelling to countries or places for personal or business purposes has become a social, cultural and economic phenomena according to the UNWTO. People can experience new cultures, languages and see the world from a different perspective as a result of travel. Working within the tourism industry as a tour guide can offer an extremely fulfilling career, meeting different people and engaging with those from a wide range of cultures, languages and religions.
Portobello Institute offers you the opportunity to study for an accredited nationally recognised tour guide award. Courses are available to study through flexible blended learning with a blend of in-person familiarisation trips and online lectures that you may choose to study at a time suited to you.
Whether you are beginning your career or already working in the industry and want to advance your career, we are committed to supporting you to follow your passion and fulfil your potential, offering you the course for the career you want.
If you are interested in pursuing education in tourism, speak to Brandon McLean at [email protected] , call him on 01-8920035 or book a one-to-one career consultation with him at a time that suit you by clicking here.
This QQI Level 6 course in tour guiding gives you the opportunity to train and qualify as a national tourist guide.
“Tutors at Portobello Institute – they believed in me, supported me and helped me every step of the way – in so many ways!"
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"The course was a great resource for someone stepping into the Irish tourism sector, the materials provided were excellent"
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I am a Tour Guide at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. The National Tour Guiding qualification was instrumental in me securing my role.
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