Mayo College of Further Education & Training

Achill

Coastal Guiding (Agrotourism)

English

5

C-VET

Formal

This course is aimed at people who are passionate about their coastal landscape, heritage, culture, and ecology with an enthusiasm for getting outdoors and sharing this with others. This course will include classroom-based learning, and online learning, as well as regular field trips, site visits, workshops, guest speakers, and from regulatory agencies.

Irish Tour Guiding, Coastal and Maritime Ecosystems and Culture

Free of charge, Learners under 26 who move from an age-related reduced rate of Jobseekers Allowance will receive a rate of €208 per week. International fees may apply

QQI

42 Weeks (Full time)

120 ECTS

Passionate about their environment and exploring its coastal landscape, heritage, culture and ecology with an enthusiasm for getting outdoors and sharing this with others

Agrotourism

Leaving Certificate or equivalent. A genuine interest in ecosystems, natural history and cultural heritage. No previous experience is required

On completion of this course, learners will have the knowledge, skills, and competence to provide accurate, informative, and positive guiding experiences demonstrating a wide knowledge of the coastal environment including ecosystems, natural history, and cultural heritage, and promote the natural and cultural history of coastal Ireland. Learners will be ideally placed to source employment or self-employment in a number of outdoor education, guiding, and tourism-related sectors.