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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Level 6 Childcare and SNA
Special Needs Assistant Training Course by CTI Senior College of Further Education - Clonmel, Co. TipperaryThis full time Further Education Level 6 Childcare and SNA course is designed for both FETAC/QQI Level 5 graduates who wish to continue their studies, and for childcare supervisors/managers seeking a formal qualification. It helps develop interpersonal and leadership skills while promoting children’s well-being, development and learning. Students who complete this course will be in…
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Level 6 Component Awards (Part-Time Day Courses) - APPLICATION CLOSED
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Horticulture Course by Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Glasnevin, Co. DublinThe QQI component level 6 courses are offered on a part-time bases at our college in the National Botanic Gardens and our college campus at Ashtown, Dublin 15. These courses run Monday to Friday between the hours of 9.00am to 4.30pm. Part time courses or component awards allow learners to select individual subjects in horticulture…
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Level 7 BSc in Horticulture
Classroom Based, Horticulture Course by Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Glasnevin, Co. DublinOverview This is a three-year, full-time BSc in horticulture which consists of lectures, integrated practicals, projects and a practical learning period. The course is run in partnership with the Waterford Institute of Technology. For further details on this course please visit our website on https://www.wit.ie/courses/bsc_in_horticulture_national_botanic_gardens Applications for this course are through the CAO please visit…
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Level 7 or Level 8 B.Ed Montessori Education (Part Time)
Classroom Based, Montessori Education Course by St. Nicholas Montessori College Ireland - Dun Laoghaire, Co. DublinThe level 7 (3 years) / level 8 (4 years) B.Ed in Montessori Education is designed for learners who wish to embark on a career in Montessori Education and Care (ECEC) for the child, birth to twelve years. It is a broad- based modular programme incorporating Montessori pedagogy and philosophy with the core knowledge and…
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Level 8 B.A. Honours Psychology
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Psychology Courses Course by St. Nicholas Montessori College Ireland - Dun Laoghaire, Co. DublinThe B.A. in Psychology offers a broad introduction to the field of Psychology and its major sub-disciplines. Over 3 years (or 4 year part-time) learners engage with the core areas in psychology including developmental, social, and cognitive psychology, abnormal psychology and psychotherapy and neuropsychology. A significant component of the programme is also dedicated to equipping…
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Level 8 Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (RPL Entry)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinBook or enquire about this Level 8 Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. IICP operates a recognition of prior learning (RPL) policy whereby previous qualifications and/or experience may allow applicants to avail of exemptions and enter the Honours Degree programme at an advanced stage. RPL is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. With an emphasis…
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Level 8 Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (RPL Entry)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychology Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinBook or enquire about this Level 8 Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. IICP operates a recognition of prior learning (RPL) policy whereby previous qualifications and/or experience may allow applicants to avail of exemptions and enter the Honours Degree programme at an advanced stage. RPL is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. With an emphasis…
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Level 8 (Hons) Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy January 2024 Intake (IICP)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychology Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinOur Honours Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy is now enrolling for the 2024 intake. With a seamless transition from theory to practice, graduates of this programme are perfectly placed to pursue an enriching and fulfilling career as a therapist in the helping professions. At IICP College, we desire to contribute a community dimension to…
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Level 8 (Hons) Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy Summer 2024 Intake
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinOur Honours Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy is now enrolling for the 2024 intake. With a seamless transition from theory to practice, graduates of this programme are perfectly placed to pursue an enriching and fulfilling career as a therapist in the helping professions. At IICP College, we desire to contribute a community dimension to…
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Liberal Arts (QQI level 5)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Arts Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinCourse aims This Liberal Arts course aims to provide opportunities for school leavers to gain access to Arts, Social Science & Humanities degree programmes at Universities and I.T.’s. It will provide a second chance for many school leavers who aspire to Third Level. This course is confined to school leavers. Similar programmes within CDETB are offered…
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Live Music Performance (Sound Production)
Classroom Based, Music Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - Dun Laoghaire, Co. DublinDuration This is a full-time one year course, which runs from September to May. Exact details of the timetable will be given out to students during the induction process prior to class commencement in September. Overview This course is ideal for anyone seeking a career in the live music industry. Avail of one-to-one music…
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LL.B. (Hons)
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Cork - CorkLL.B. comes from the Latin Lex Legum Baccalaureus- Bachelor of Laws. A highly focused discipline, law examines how groups and individuals regulate their relationships. The course is available both full-time and part-time and runs from September to May. While typically three years in duration, those who study law part-time also have the flexibility to complete…
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LL.B. (Hons) Blended Learning
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LLB. (Hons) (Blended) programme is fully comparable to the full-time and part-time LL.B. (Hons) (Blended) programmes at Griffith College and only the mode of delivery differs, providing learners with professional or personal commitments, and those living outside of the greater Dublin area with a more flexible offering. This course is validated by QQI at…
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LL.B. (Hons) Blended Learning course (Law)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LL.B. (Hons) (Blended) law programme is an innovative and interactive teaching and learning experience, delivered through a combination of online and classroom-based learning. Students studying via blended have increased flexibility in organising their studies. Students visit the Dublin campus on a monthly basis for ‘live’ days for each course, and, they have access to…
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LL.B. (Hons) QQI level 8
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LLB. (Hons) programme is offered on a full-time, part-time and blended learning basis. This course is validated by QQI at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications. With the LL.B. (Hons), learners can tailor their degrees to suit their interests with a combination of core legal modules in each year of study along…
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LL.M. in International Commercial Law
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LL.M. in International Commercial Law offers students the opportunity to specialized in International Commercial Law in order to facilitate enhanced career opportunities and/or to lay the foundations for PH.D. study.
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LL.M. in International Commercial Law course
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LL.M. in International Commercial Law offers students the opportunity to specialized in International Commercial Law in order to facilitate enhanced career opportunities and/or to lay the foundations for PH.D. study. Unique International Commercial Law focus. Adopts an international focus of Commercial Law which is unique to Griffith College’s postgraduate law courses. Evening lecturers make it possible…
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LL.M. in International Human Rights Law
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LL.M. in International Human Rights Law offers students the opportunity to specialize in International Human Rights Law, to facilitate enhanced career opportunities, or to lay the foundations for the PhD study.
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LL.M. In International Human Rights Law course
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LL.M. in International Human Rights Law offers students the opportunity to specialize in International Human Rights Law, to facilitate enhanced career opportunities, or to lay the foundations for the PhD study. Unique International Human Rights Law focus Experienced lecturers who are experts in their field Small class sizes mean more individual attention to…
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LL.M. in International Law
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LL.M. in International Law programme aims to develop students’ academic capabilities to their fullest enhance their communication skills and develop their research skills, preparing them for career progression and/or laying the foundations for Ph.D. study. Graduates of this programme will receive an internationally recognized Master of Law degree Students will gain a firm understanding…
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LLB (Hons) in Law
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LLB. (Hons) programme is offered on a full-time, part-time and blended learning basis. This course is validated by QQI at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications. With the LL.B. (Hons), learners can tailor their degrees to suit their interests with a combination of core legal modules in each year of study along…
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LLM (Master of Laws) International Law
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinLaw – The LL.M will be over a year in duration and will give the student exciting choices between various human rights and commercial subjects. To complete the LL.M successfully the student will have to do seven subjects with the added requirement of a dissertation (Law)
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Local Title Supervisory Management
Classroom Based, Management Skills Course by Baldoyle Training Centre - Baldoyle, Co. DublinThe aim of the Supervisory Management course is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to understand the role and responsibilities of a supervisor and demonstrate a range of supervisory management skills. The total learner effort for this course is 150 hours. Learners will be expected to complete 90 hours of…
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Logistics and Distribution
Classroom Based, Transport & Logistics Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathLogistics and Distribution includes the sourcing, storage and transportation of both components and finished products, it is the study of the business functions that form the link between raw materials and products and their smooth flow to the market using supply chain operations. All businesses depend on Logistics and Distribution to service both their own…
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M.A. in Addiction Recovery
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThe programme is designed for graduates who wish to enhance their own professional skills and capacity and contribute to the wider community of addiction services through evidence-based knowledge and research. This programme enables learners to develop expertise in Addiction Recovery principles and practice. It is designed for graduates in health and human sciences and in…
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M.A. in Addiction Recovery (Full-Time/Part-Time)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Arts & Humanities Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThe programme is designed for graduates who wish to enhance their own professional skills and capacity and contribute to the wider community of addiction services through evidence-based knowledge and research. This programme enables learners to develop expertise in Addiction Recovery principles and practice. It is designed for graduates in health and human sciences and in…
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M.A. in Addiction Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThis Master’s programme in Addiction Studies is designed for graduates in health and human sciences as well as disciplines such as nursing, social care, social work, psychology and programmes in the cognate area. This programme will provide students with theoretical and practical opportunities for working in addiction counselling within various contexts in the statutory, community…
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M.A. in Addiction Studies (Full-Time/Part-Time)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Arts & Humanities Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThis Master’s programme in Addiction Studies is designed for graduates in health and human sciences as well as disciplines such as nursing, social care, social work, psychology and programmes in the cognate area. This programme will provide students with theoretical and practical opportunities for working in addiction counselling within various contexts in the statutory, community…
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M.A. in Adolescent Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickWe are delighted to offer you this Master’s programme in Adolescent Studies which is primarily designed for graduates in health, human and social sciences related programmes including such disciplines as social care, social work, nursing, psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and programmes in cognate areas who wish to study at postgraduate level on either a full-time (over…
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M.A. in Childhood Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickWe are delighted to offer you this Master’s programme in Childhood Studies which is primarily designed for graduates in health, human and social sciences related programmes including such disciplines as social care, social work, nursing, psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and programmes in cognate areas who wish to study at postgraduate level on either a full-time (over…