Courses by 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.
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1 year add-on BA(Hons) in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy – Level 8
Classroom Based, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by International College for Personal and Professional Development (ICPPD) - Athlone, Co. WestmeathBACHELOR OF ARTS (Hons) in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy – commencing October 2021 1 year, part-time, 60 credit, Level 8 add-on, QQI-validated This new QQI-validated Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy programme is being offered in both Athlone and Galway. The main aim of this new 1-year, add-on Bachelor of Arts (Hons)…
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4 year BA (Hons) in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy – Level 8
Classroom Based, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by International College for Personal and Professional Development (ICPPD) - Athlone, Co. WestmeathBACHELOR OF ARTS (Hons): This 4-year, part-time, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy Level 8 programme, QQI validated, is offered in both Athlone and Galway. Since its foundation ICPPD has taken the steps necessary to ensure the delivery of a quality service in an environment that is characterised by an attitude to…
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Accounting Course (Manual & Computerised) QQI level 5
Classroom Based, Accountancy Course by Cabinteely Community School - DublinThis 10-week course begins in September and in January. This Level 5 Accounting Course is designed to help the student to understand the principles and practice of maintaining financial records manually and using integrated accounting software. It is designed for those with a basic knowledge of computers and an interest in accounting. It is designed…
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Accounting for SMEs: Manual and Computerised
Classroom Based, Accountancy Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for those who wish to understand the principles and practice of maintaining financial records manually and using integrated accounting software. It will also enable learners to gain the knowledge and skills to support and maintain records in small/medium organisations.
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Accounting Technician - Second Year (ATI)
Classroom Based, Accountancy Course by Crumlin College of Further Education (CDETB) - Crumlin, Co. DublinThis 2nd year course provides a professional qualification from the Accounting Technicians in Ireland. Accounting Technicians are skilled support staff working in the accounting & finance areas. This course can provide students with the following: A recognised business qualification with the option to undertake further professional studies Better job opportunities within a wide range of…
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Accounting Technician With IT Applications
Classroom Based, Accountancy Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThe Accounting Technician With IT Applications course may lead to employment as a technician or to professional studies with ACCA, ACA, CIMA and DPA where it allows exemptions. Course Modules: First Year: Financial Accounting,Taxation,Law & Ethics,Business Management. Second Year:Advanced Financial Accounting,Advanced Taxation,Management Accounting,Integrated Accounting Systems.
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Activities of Living Patient Care (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Healthcare Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis Activities of Living Patient Care award will: Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the Activities of Living and its application to client care. Facilitate the learner to gain knowledge and competency in the delivery of holistic care to clients/patients and understand the importance of promoting of quality of life for client /patient. Facilitate…
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Activities of Living Patient Care (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Patient Care Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis Activities of Living Patient Care award will: Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the Activities of Living and its application to client care. Facilitate the learner to gain knowledge and competency in the delivery of holistic care to clients/patients and understand the importance of promoting of quality of life for client /patient. Facilitate…
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Administration Practice (QQI Level 6) Class Based
Classroom Based, Administration Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is aimed at individuals who wish to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector or to progress to higher education or training. COURSE DESCRIPTION • Assess the relationships between administrations practices and organisations policies, objectives…
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Administration Practice (QQI Level 6) Online
Online Learning, Administration Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is aimed at individuals who wish to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector or to progress to higher education or training. COURSE DESCRIPTION • Assess the relationships between administrations practices and organisations policies, objectives…
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Adv. Montessori with ECCE Major Award – (QQI Level 6)
Distance Learning, Montessori Education Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe Montessori parts of the course train the learners to educate children in a way that gives them the best possible foundation for life. “Maria Montessori’s goal was to develop the whole personality of the child and her system is based on her strong belief in the spontaneous working of the human intellect. The main…
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Adv. Montessori with ECCE Major Award – (QQI Level 6)
Distance Learning, Montessori Education Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe Montessori parts of the course train the learners to educate children in a way that gives them the best possible foundation for life. “Maria Montessori’s goal was to develop the whole personality of the child and her system is based on her strong belief in the spontaneous working of the human intellect. The main…
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Advanced Animal Science Level 6
Classroom Based, Animal Science Course by Killester College of Further Education - Killester, Co. DublinAnimal Science; Animal Behaviour; Team Leadership; Work Experience; Wild Animal Management; Animal Grooming; Grooming Science; Canine Obedience & Training; Kennel & Cattery Management
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Advanced Beauty Therapy
Classroom Based, Beauty Therapy Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathADVANCED BEAUTY THERAPY QQI Level 6 in Beauty Therapy (6M3479) and ITEC diplomas. The Advanced Beauty Therapy course at Dunboyne College of Further Education offers Level 6 QQI Level 6 in Beauty Therapy (6M3479) and ITEC diplomas. The Advanced Beauty Therapy course at Dunboyne College of Further Education offers highly specialised treatments such as Facial…
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Advanced Business and Office Administration
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Dundrum College of Further Educaion - Dundrum, Co. DublinAim The course offers a challenging and rewarding programme which gives the student an opportunity to expand their knowledge, understanding and skills in business, computing and financial areas. Modules include Administration Practice Team Leadership Spreadsheets Word Processing Payroll Manual and Computerised Accounts/Text Production Work Experience One module may be carried from Level 5 Work Experience…
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Advanced Business with Marketing - Listowel
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryLearn the core principles of business management, marketing, and administration. WHAT WILL I STUDY? • Business Management (6N4310) • Human Resource Management (6N3750) • Work Experience (6N1946) • Business Law (6N4045) • Spreadsheets (6N4089) • Word Processing (6N4977) • Marketing Management (6N4188) • Payroll Manual & Computerised (6N4005) • Customer Service (6N0697)
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Advanced Cert. In Spreadsheet Techniques (QQI Level 6)
Classroom Based, Secretarial Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThe purpose of this programme is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to use a word processing application to produce complex documents within a range of specific contexts working independently and or taking responsibility for the work of others. The programme is also aimed at training the learner to design and…
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Advanced Certificate in Administration
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Administration Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course is designed to allow the learner gain advanced knowledge and skills in the general area of office management and offers excellent higher education and career progression opportunities
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Advanced Certificate in Administration course
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Administration Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinAbout this Advanced Certificate in Administration course This course is designed to allow the learner gain advanced knowledge and skills in the general area of office management. The course aims to build on the solid foundation provided on completion of the Level 5 Business Award. Course Modules Mandatory Business Management Advanced Communications Personal and Professional Development…
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Advanced Certificate in Animal Healthcare
Classroom Based, Animal Care Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full-time One Year course which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview This one year course is designed as a follow on from the QQI Level 5 Animal Healthcare course and is tailor-made to students who wish to progress in the animal area into a working life with…
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Advanced Certificate in Animal Science
Classroom Based, Agriculture & Veterinary Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis Advanced Certificate in Animal Science award is designed to build on knowledge and skills achieved at Level 5 to help students progress into supervisory careers or into higher level options of study. Students will study: Animal Science and Health, Work Experience, Communications, Animal Behaviour, Canine Obedience and Training, Kennel and Cattery Management, Humans, Animals…
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Advanced Certificate in Architectural Technology and Design
Classroom Based, Architecture Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course meets the needs of students who wish to develop a portfolio of valuable skills, for example: Architectural Drawing, CAD2D and 3D, Architectural Model Making and Design. These skills will equip students to find employment in…
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Advanced Certificate in Art and Design
Classroom Based, Graphic Art Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinThis Art and Design course offers students an excellent opportunity to further develop their artistic skills and creativity. The aim of the course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to work independently in a fine art and design context, or to progress to higher education. As part of the course students will…
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Advanced Certificate in Business
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Business & Finance Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course covers a wide range of business subjects and will give students a very strong foundation in management, marketing, sales, finance, law and economics. The course is designed to maximise the advanced-entry options to a range of degree programmes across our partner, higher-education colleges in Dublin. Career progression opportunities also.
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Advanced Certificate in Business QQI level 6 course
Classroom Based, Business Studies Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinBusiness QQI level 6 course aim This Business QQI level 6 course is designed to enable the successful learners to gain an in depth understanding of the role and function of accounting and finance within an organisation and business environment. It also offers the learners the opportunity to develop effective management skills with an understanding of…
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Advanced Certificate in Business Legal
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Administration Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge relating to legal practice. Students taking this advanced work based course will be prepared to take up employment as personal assistants in a legal environment
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Advanced Certificate in Equine Breeding
Classroom Based, Equine Studies Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathOn successful completion of this QQI Level 6 award in Equine Breeding, students will be able to work in a supervisory role in a stud farm. Graduates will be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of equine breeding skills and pasture management together with theoretical and abstract thinking concepts related to breeding horses, horse conformation…
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Advanced Certificate in Furniture Design and Making
Classroom Based, Furnishings Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview DFEi has a long history of providing further education and training courses aimed at students who want to work in the furniture industry. Students develop essential craftsman’s skills to assist them in gaining employment in…
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Advanced Certificate in Office Administration and Management
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full-time One Year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course is designed to allow students to gain the hard and soft skills necessary to manage an administration department in any contemporary business/office environment. Students will learn about the skills necessary to perform their role…
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Advanced Certificate in Office Administration or Business Management
Classroom Based, Administration Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThese Office Administration or Business Management courses will enable students to gain the skills necessary to manage the administration of any company or small business. Students will learn about the administration skills required to do their job to a high standard and to supervise others within the administration department. The overall aim of the course…