Awarding Body : Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is a state agency established by the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012.
Their functions include those previously carried out by these bodies:
- Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
- Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC)
- Irish Universities Quality Board (IUQB)
- National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI)
Qualifications, Standards, Awards, Recognition
Firstly, QQI is responsible for maintaining the ten-level National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). They are also an awarding body and set standards for awards they make in the NFQ.
Furthermore, the agency validates education and training programmes. They make extensive awards in the further education and training sector including in the Education and Training Boards.
They also make awards in higher education. These are mainly to students attending private colleges and educational institutions. Universities and Institutes of Technology generally make their own awards.
QQI also provide advice on recognition of foreign qualifications in Ireland and on the recognition of Irish qualifications abroad.
Quality Assurance
In addition, QQI review the effectiveness of quality assurance in further and higher education and training providers in Ireland. This includes the Universities, Institutes of Technology, Education and Training Boards. It also includes providers in the private further and higher education and training sectors (availing of QQI awards).
IEM
Another function of QQI is to authorise the use of an International Education Mark (IEM) for providers.
This is awarded to providers of education and training (including English language training) who have demonstrated compliance with a statutory code of practice in the provision of education and training to international students.
Colleges that run QQI courses in Ireland
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Civil, Mechanical and Electronics Engineering
Classroom Based, Engineering Technology Course by CTI Senior College of Further Education - TipperaryThis full time Further Education Civil, Mechanical and Electronics Engineering course provides the opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge, to enhance access to training, to acquire a recognised qualification and to progress to higher level programmes. The broad range […]
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Communications (QQI Level 5)
Adult Training and Development Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThe Communications course is suitable for those wishing to equip themselves with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to communicate verbally and non-verbally in standard everyday and work related tasks, operating independently while under general direction. Upon completion, this minor […]
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Communications (QQI Level 6)
Online Learning, Communications Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinLearners who successfully complete this course will: heighten an awareness of the essential role played by communication in human interaction understand the communicative principles and practices involved in gathering and relaying information analyse the nature and theory of communication explore […]
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Community Addiction Studies (QQI Level 5)
Addiction Studies Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis course is suitable for those who work within homeless and/or drug services and those engaged in community development.
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Community Addiction Studies (QQI Level 5) (Online)
Addiction Studies Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis course is suitable for those who work within homeless and/or drug services and those engaged in community development.
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Community Care (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Adult & Community Education Course by An Cosán - Tallaght, Co. DublinThe overall aim of this programme is to equip the learner with the skills set to begin or develop a career in Community care. The focus of the compulsory programmes is on knowledge of human health and development, care provision […]
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Community Development (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Adult & Community Education Course by An Cosán - Tallaght, Co. DublinThe overall aim of this programme is to equip the learner with the skills to begin or develop a career in Community Development. The focus of the compulsory programmes is on knowledge of Community Development and its Practices, and working […]
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Computer applications Word, Excel, Database (Access) and Graphics
Classroom Based, Computer Applications Course by Pinnacle Training - DublinThe purpose of this QQI module is to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of widely used computer applications and empower them to develop skills in Database, Spreadsheets, and Computer Graphics. This course qualifies as a component certificate and counts […]
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Computer Programming for Beginners (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Computer Programming Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals wishing to understand the concepts involved in computer programming and the principles of software design in order to acquire the skills to write reliable, tested software programs.
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Computer Programming QQI level 5
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Computer Programming Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - DublinCourse Aims This course is designed to ensure that students develop a high level of efficiency in the skills necessary for the modern business environment. The core area of the Programming Course is Computer Programming and Computer Architecture and Systems. […]
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Conflict Management Course (QQI Level 6)
Online Learning, Conflict Management Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 Conflict Management distance learning course is designed for people currently working in the community and voluntary sector. It will also be useful to those in a relevant HR department or anybody engaged in mediation. The course provides the […]
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Conflict Management QQI LEVEL 6(Online & Class based)
Online Learning, Personal Development Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis course module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence required to critically engage with the theory and practice of conflict management in community settings
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Cookery – Advanced Certificate in Professional Cookery – Immersion
Cookery Courses Course by Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) - Letterkenny, Co. DonegalThe programme is an adaption of Failte Irelands flagship Advanced Certificate in Professional Cookery (Fetac Level 6). It is designed to be delivered as an intensive nine month immersion programme, integrating theory and practice. It has been developed to provide […]
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Cookery – National Traineeship in Professional Cookery
Cookery Courses Course by Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) - Letterkenny, Co. DonegalThis part-time, earn-and-learn programme is offered to industry personnel who wish to gain a professional qualification in food production, formalising training through a combination of on-the-job mentoring and day-release college education.
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Counselling Skills – Introduction
Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) - Letterkenny, Co. DonegalThere are many teachers, particularly career guidance counsellors, HSE staff and others who, as part of their job, require basic counselling skills. For many others counselling is often a second or third career. The aim of this 10 credit level […]
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Crawler Crane Trianing Courses (CSCS)
Crane Training Course by O’Reilly Training - WicklowOReilly Training Ltd CSCS course for experienced operators to demonstrate their competence through skills, knowledge and attitude in the Safe Use of the Crawler Crane. The plant training and assessment programme enables experienced plant operators to gain recognition for their […]
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Creative Digital Media
Classroom Based, Computers & IT (Information Technology) Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year course aims to offer students an introduction to the world of creative digital media, which is one of the fastest growing areas in the software industry as well as information technology which has been a growth area in […]
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Creative Writing (QQI Level5)
Classroom Based, Media Studies Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Creative Writing programme is aimed at anyone who is serious about writing and who wishes to develop the habit of writing and perfecting work. The writing will be discussed, polished, assessed and moved forward with a view to presenting […]
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Creative Writing 5N4765 (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Creative Writing Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 5 Creative Writing course is designed to give students an opportunity to develop their creative voice through writing. It aims to give students an understanding of the process of writing, key aspects of writing fiction, as well as […]
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Criminology (QQI Level 5) (Online)
Online Learning, Criminology Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Criminology course is suitable for those interested in the study of crime, the causes of crime, types of crime, punishment, crime prevention, and the fear of crime. It will equip learners with the knowledge and skills to analyse characteristics, effects […]
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Criminology, Psychology with Law
Classroom Based, Psychology Courses Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year course aims to introduce students, who have an interest in criminal behaviour and criminal law, to the knowledge that will help them to fully explore and understand the way in which we think about and manage crime related […]
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Cultural and Heritage Studies – QQI MAJOR 5 AWARD
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, History Course by Dublinia - Dublin*in collaboration with the City of Dublin Education Training Board Course Outline This programme is intensive and rewarding for the learner providing the practical experience and knowledge needed for employment in the Heritage and Tourism industry or move into further […]
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Customer Service Course (QQI level 6)
Online Learning Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis newly updated QQI Level 6 Customer Service course is designed to enable the learner to gain a detailed understanding of the customer service function within an organisation and to facilitate the development of effective customer service skills. The programme is suitable […]
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Digital Marketing (eMarketing) QQI Level 5
Classroom Based, Business Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - Dun Laoghaire, Co. DublinThis course is not running for the Spring Term of February 2024 QQI Level 5 (5N1364) Don’t get left behind, expose your business to the benefits of modern social media. Explore digital marketing and take the opportunity to plan […]
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Digital Marketing (QQI Level 5)
Online Learning, Digital Marketing Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis Digital Marketing online course will introduce students to the core competencies required to develop and execute digital marketing strategies and activities. It will provide a detailed understanding of what Digital Marketing is, major trends and important concepts such as […]
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Digital Marketing (QQI Level 5) (Class Based)
Classroom Based, Digital Marketing Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Digital Marketing course is suitable for individuals who wish to gain a qualification in Digital Marketing as well as build an effective online presence. Interested learners could include business people , marketing professionals or anyone managing a corporate website.
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Digital Marketing (QQI Level 5) (Online)
Online Learning, Digital Marketing Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Digital Marketing course is suitable for individuals who wish to gain a qualification in Digital Marketing as well as build an effective online presence. Interested learners could include business people , marketing professionals or anyone managing a corporate website.
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Digital Marketing (QQI Level 5)5 N1364
Classroom Based, Digital Marketing Course by Crumlin College of Further Education (CDETB) - DublinDevelop strategies for a digital marketing campaign with social media, online advertising and E-tools. Course content: Outlining characteristics of traditional marketing – v – Digital Marketing Outlining/Analysis/Development/Implementation of a Digital Marketing Campaign Identification of various types of e-tools: Search Engine […]
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Digital Photography (Level 5)
Classroom Based, Digital Photography Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThe purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to research and use a range of advanced digital photography techniques to include capture and post-production imaging. This course is scheduled to run on […]
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Digital Photography (Level 6)
Classroom Based, Digital Photography Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThe purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to research and use a range of advanced digital photography techniques to include capture and post-production imaging. Applicants must have completed the level 5 […]