GLENS OF ANTRIM HERITAGE TOUR GUIDE TRAINING

We are delighted to announce the appointment of CMC Tourism Services to deliver a bespoke training course based around the themes of the Heart of The Glens Landscape Partnership.

The course will involve 8 full days of training (approx. 9.30 – 4.30) to include research work as well as presentation skills required to lead a tour group. Some preparation work will also be required outside of this time and candidates will be required to deliver a short piece of commentary for their final assessment. 100% attendance will be required in order to achieve this qualification.

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive an Open College Network (OCN) Level 2 Award in Tour Guiding Skills & Worldhost.

Fee - £50 non-refundable payment per participant. NOTE: This programme is being substantially subsidised in order to support the development of the tourist sector locally.

Catering - Tea/coffee and biscuits will be supplied each day. All you need to do is bring a packed lunch.

Location- Venue – Classroom sessions will be held at Causeway Coast & Glens Heritage Trust Offices in Armoy and excursions will be by coach.

Selection Criteria

Places are limited and we may therefore need to apply a screening process. In the event of needing to allocate on this basis, participants will be assessed against the following criteria:

  1. Availability to attend all days (20%)
  2. Reason for wanting to do the course (30%)
  3. Experience which can be employed in the tour guide role (20%)
  4. How you intend to use these skills in the future (30%)

If you are interested in taking part in this course, please complete the attached EOI form and return to:

Heart of The Glens Landscape Partnership, 27 Main Street, Armoy, Ballymoney, BT53 8SL or email your completed form to

no later than 4.00pm on Monday 30th November 2015

If you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact us on 028 207 52100 or email

For further information on the Landscape Partnership Scheme, please refer to

or

Glens of Antrim Tour Guide Training - Expression of Interest (EOI) Form

Name
Address
Tel Number
E-mail
Date of birth
Current Employment
Previous Guiding Experience or Related Qualifications
Are you able to commit to attend on ALL of the following dates which will be essential to receive the qualification? YES / NO
Monday 11th January
Monday 1st February
Tuesday 2nd February
Monday 29th February
Monday 21st March
Monday 4th April
Monday 25th April
Monday 26th April
NB – A final assessment will take place for each participant on 26th April 2016.
If NO, please provide further clarification on your availability :
What inspires you to want to do this course?
Do you currently have any experience or qualifications that would be useful in becoming a local guide?
How do you intend to use this qualification in the future?

Completed forms should be returned to:

Heart of The Glens Landscape Partnership Scheme, 27 Main Street, Armoy, Ballymoney, BT53 8SL or email

no later than 4.00pm on Monday 30th November 2015