IBT instructor paid but not returning calls

pudzey101

Hi all payed I my IBT instructor on the 08/07/2016 , said he would text me with dates . Texted on dates to appear but a day before he rang and said he would have to cancel and will be in touch with new dates .
So far since then he wont answer his phone , has texted me back twice saying he'l be in contact with me , but nothing so far .

Just getting abit worried about the situation now and wondering where i stand or what i can do ?

gerrowadat

Let him know you'll be onto the RSA. His ability to issue IBT certs depends on him being listed with them. If he doesn't, then make sure to follow through.

pudzey101

Hes actually not listed on the RSA website as an Instructor just heard of him of by word of mouth , and plenty people i know got their certs from him . One person did actually say to me i forgot to mention is that he might be having trouble with licensing from being too lenient with learners .

gerrowadat

pudzey101 wrote: »

Hes actually not listed on the RSA website as an Instructor just heard of him of by word of mouth , and plenty people i know got their certs from him . One person did actually say to me i forgot to mention is that he might be having trouble with licensing from being too lenient with learners .

Call the RSA and ask if he's a listed instructor, and report him if not. He could be just still issuing certs because they didn't take his physical book of certs off him. I'd imagine they'd still work as I don't know if anyone would ever check it fully. Still, he seems a bit dodge (and it's not the first bit of money-grubbing and dodginess I've heard from some IBT instructors, listed or not).

pudzey101

gerrowadat wrote: »

Call the RSA and ask if he's a listed instructor, and report him if not. He could be just still issuing certs because they didn't take his physical book of certs off him. I'd imagine they'd still work as I don't know if anyone would ever check it fully. Still, he seems a bit dodge (and it's not the first bit of money-grubbing and dodginess I've heard from some IBT instructors, listed or not).

Thanks mate i will do , i know there is a fair few around alright

longshanks

What county are you in?

pudzey101

longshanks wrote: »

What county are you in?

Tipperary

Wonda-Boy

Send the "Boys" around to the house....or wait for him to go shopping in track with the missus and see how evasive he is then!

Paulw

I am just wondering why you paid in advance? I paid a deposit, but certainly wouldn't pay the full fee until at least the day it starts.

pudzey101

Paulw wrote: »

I am just wondering why you paid in advance? I paid a deposit, but certainly wouldn't pay the full fee until at least the day it starts.

Full payment secures booking seemingly Got an update there today quite few lads are in trouble with the RSA for cutting hours ( 18 hours ibt done in 4-5 hours) thinking this lad could be one of them .

Wonda-Boy

Name and shame mate....name and shame. IBT is not cheap and could be the difference between life and death! Would not be surprised if he is still taking booking ffs!

Paulw

Wonda-Boy wrote: »

Name and shame mate....name and shame. IBT is not cheap and could be the difference between life and death! Would not be surprised if he is still taking booking ffs!

Don't name and shame on boards. It will get you in trouble.

But, it is a total disgrace and should be dealt with. Maybe have a word with your local Garda? Also make sure that the RSA know about it.

If you paid by bank transfer, or credit card, contact your bank about a chargeback.

Pat Dunne

Paulw wrote: »

Don't name and shame on boards. It will get you in trouble.

But, it is a total disgrace and should be dealt with. Maybe have a word with your local Garda? Also make sure that the RSA know about it.

If you paid by bank transfer, or credit card, contact your bank about a chargeback.

Perhaps we should let the actual Mods for this forum make that call.

As it is a Civil Matter and the Gardai will not get involved.

Speak to a Solicitor and make an application to the Small Claims Court.

The local newspapers in your area, might well be interested in doing a story on it.

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Why would it be a civil matter. Surely theft is criminal.

Pat Dunne

Ailani Huge Butler wrote: »

Why would it be a civil matter. Surely theft is criminal.

I'm afraid it not theft, its fraud.

Del2005

Ailani Huge Butler wrote: »

Why would it be a civil matter. Surely theft is criminal.

It's not theft when you voluntarily hand over something.

bladespin

Del2005 wrote: »

It's not theft when you voluntarily hand over something.

Not it's fraud or embezzlement, both are criminal.

pudzey101

Just an update : Emailed the RSA with all the details Monday and low and behold the IBT instructor rang me today just to say im going to have to be refunded as he wont be sorted with the RSA for a couple weeks at least .