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Our courses offer a convenient, affordable option to assist you in meeting your training needs for your Rent Smart Wales licence.
It is a legal requirement for anyone who owns a rental property in Wales, to register themselves and their property/ies with Rent Smart Wales.
Since 1st October 2016 both self-managing landlords and letting agents who deal with managed property in Wales must also become licensed with Rent Smart Wales (RSW). RSW are the Authority who issue licenses to both landlords and letting agents here in Wales. In order to obtain a licence you must have completed training with a RSW Approved Training Provider - this is where we can help you.
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We are a multi-award winning RSW approved training provider offering online courses for both landlords and agents responsible for managing property in Wales.
Accessing our online training portal is the quickest and most convenient way to become Rent Smart Wales Certified. In fact, most people sign up, complete the learning and receive their certificate on the same day. Priced from £23 + VAT, it's also the most cost effective training option available.
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Our News
November 2024 - Celebrating Success: Dawsons Training Wales Earns Prestigious EA Masters Awards
We’re thrilled to share some incredible news about our journey this year with Dawsons Training Wales. Thanks to the support from our clients and the dedication of our team, we’re proud to have been awarded Bronze in the Small Business category in the Best Supplier Guide 2025 at the 2024 EA Masters. This award places us among the industry's top suppliers and recognises our commitment to excellence.
Reflecting on a Year of Growth & Challenges
While 2023 saw us reaching new heights with multiple awards, 2024 presented unique challenges that kept us busy alongside our usual in-office duties at Dawsons Training Wales we had to take time to support various needs across our business network at Dawsons and CLC. Our team has been hard at work ensuring the highest quality service and support for our clients.
We’re especially grateful to our colleagues who welcomed us with coffee and treats as we temporarily worked from different locations throughout the year!
A Moment of Recognition
Despite the intense year, our efforts—and your support—have brought us continued recognition. Being invited to take the stage at the prestigious EA Masters for four consecutive years is something we’re incredibly proud of. And this year was especially exciting as we also ranked within the Top 25 Suppliers for Innovation and Improvement—a testament to our commitment to constantly enhancing our services.
Looking Forward
We are excited to continue building on this momentum through 2025 and beyond. We look forward to expanding our in-person training courses, refining our services, and delivering even more value to our clients and the industry.
Thank you again to everyone who has been part of this journey—your support means everything to us!
July 2024 – We are thrilled to announce that Dawsons Training Wales has received a Prestige Award for the 4th year running, collecting Real Estate Training Provider of the Year for Wales!
Thank you to everyone who support Ricky, Naomi and Kate, these accolades would not be possible without our clients and business partners for your ongoing support and trust. We couldn't have achieved this without you!
A little more information about the Prestige Awards:
The Wales Prestige Awards celebrates small and medium-sized enterprises consisting of localised businesses and sole traders that have thrived in their highly competitive community and have proven their success. Over the past year 1,236 nominations were received by the awards team at Prestige Awards by industry experts, readers, and satisfied customers. Winners were chosen on their marketing and branding, business growth methods, customer experience, and approach to new ideas. Awards Director, Andrew White, commented: “The awards winners have not only proved to be resilient, but have also shown a willingness to adapt to the ever[1]changing environment of their respective fields. These attributes have certainly been fundamental for the winner’s success”.
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Dawsons Training Wales Triumphs at EA Masters Awards 2023
It has been some time since the prestigious EA Masters Awards, and the Dawsons Training Wales team are still in disbelief at the incredible achievement. Dawsons Training Wales (DTW) emerged as a standout performer at the event. The excitement reached its pinnacle as DTW not only secured the GOLD award in the Small Supplier category but was also honored with the OVERALL SUPPLIER Award. The feeling is simply indescribable.
In a fiercely competitive landscape, with over 700 suppliers vying for recognition in the UK estate agency industry, DTW's accomplishment is nothing short of remarkable. The Supplier Awards, divided into Small, Medium, and Large categories, each with Bronze, Silver, and Gold distinctions, culminated in DTW being crowned the Overall Supplier, the best among the best.
Expressions of Gratitude:
Our success story wouldn’t be complete without acknowledging the incredible support from all of our clients. Whether it's providing Rent Smart Wales accredited courses, collaborating with renowned industry names like McCarthy and Stone and The Wallich, or working closely with private landlords, alongside local and regional agents such as Davies Homes and Number One (Newport), our journey has been marked by unwavering support.
Looking Ahead:
The journey doesn’t end here. Naomi and Kate have dedicated themselves to evolving DTW, rewriting the course multiple times, and adapting to industry changes and legislation. DTW are gearing up for further enhancements to our offerings. A new classroom package is in the works, promising an exciting new chapter for the team.
Heartfelt Thanks:
On behalf of Ricky, Kate and Naomi, we extend our deepest gratitude. "Thank you" doesn’t capture the full spectrum of emotions as Dawsons Training Wales (DTW) holds a special place in our hearts.
"Now in its seventh year, SME News’ UK Enterprise Awards programme is continuing to present the best of the best across a wide span of industries and sectors. The goliath stands strong again this year, influencing and informing the corporate landscape within the UK. The companies within this year’s programme have rich, distinct knowledge which has done more than inspired us – they each elevate their respective industries and set a trail ablaze for the future generations of business to come.
The UK Enterprise Awards showcases a selection of SMEs of varying sizes, strengths, and interests, in order to showcase the sincere hard work carried out across the UK. With tremendous passion and drive, these businesses – and the individuals that they are made up of – demonstrate just how fantastic we can be as a collective. With a proud stance, our winners are the sturdy yet flexible backbone of the UK." - SME News Magazine
BEST MEDIUM SUPPLIER 2022
In September of 2022 we were delighted to attend the prestigious EA Masters awards in London, this is one of the largest industry wide events. Our little team of three were absolutely blown away to be presented with the Bronze Best Supplier award in the medium category this year!.
