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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Supervisory Management (QQI Level 6) Online
Online Learning, Management Skills Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is ideal for those looking to acquire the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to work in a range of industry sectors independently in a supervisory capacity.
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Supervisory Management QQI Level 6
Onsite, Management Skills Course by Talentpool Ltd – Online Training Programmes - Dublin City South, Co. DublinManaging People QQI Level 6 This programme is currently available online due to Covid 19 Behind every successful organisation is a team of people who can lead and nurture others. Managing and motivating people is an essential skill that everyone […]
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Taxation (QQI Level 6) Class Based
Classroom Based, Business & Finance Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals wishing to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for taxation practices and principles. It will enable participants to work in an administrative capacity in the taxation process working independently or as a supervisor overseeing […]
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Taxation (QQI Level 6) Online
Classroom Based, Business & Finance Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals wishing to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for taxation practices and principles. It will enable participants to work in an administrative capacity in the taxation process working independently or as a supervisor overseeing […]
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Taxation course
Classroom Based, Business & Finance Course by Community Training & Education Centre (CTEC) - WexfordTaxation course learning outcomes · Explore the various trading structures through which a business can carry out its activities · Identify the tax returns that a typical business is required to make including the tax records required for a Revenue audit · Summarise […]
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Telescopic Handler / Telporter Training Courses Ireland (CSCS)
Construction Safety Course by O’Reilly Training - WicklowOReilly Training Ltd CSCS Safety Training course for experienced operators to demonstrate their competence through skills, knowledge and attitude in the Safe Use of the Telescopic Handler or Teleporter for telescopic handler, teleporter, telehandler, cscs teleporter. The plant training and […]
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The Certificate in The Manager as Coach and Mentor – December 2021
Online Learning, Social Care Course by Open Training College - DublinThis programme of study has been developed for the experienced manager who currently holds a senior post within the organisation or foresees holding such a post in the future. This manager is interested in further developing their existing professional competencies […]
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Therapeutic Play Skill Blended Learning course
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Child Development Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinResearch has found Play to be an effective therapeutic medium for children in difficult and challenging circumstances such as family changes, separation and divorce, new schools, chronic illness and even death and dying. It is a natural means for children […]
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Therapeutic Play Skills
Classroom Based, Child Development Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThis course will qualify the learner to become a “therapeutic play practitioner” where the focus of their work will be to understand child development from a therapeutic perspective. They will be able to provide suitable therapeutic interventions in accordance with […]
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Tour Guide – Part Time
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe Dublin City and Environs Tour Guide Programme is a QQI Level 6 qualification aimed at those who wish to train as a Tourist Guide. This course combines practical tour guiding skills with the theoretical knowledge to enable learners to provide guiding and tour […]
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Tour Guide – Part Time
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe Dublin City and Environs Tour Guide Programme is a QQI Level 6 qualification aimed at those who wish to train as a Tourist Guide. This course combines practical tour guiding skills with the theoretical knowledge to enable learners to provide guiding and tour […]
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Tourism and Business
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathTourism and Business Tourism with Business 5M5011 or Business Studies 5M2102 WHAT IS BUSINESS, TOURISM? This one-year course is an ideal entry level course for those interested in developing skills to work in the growing tourism sector in Ireland. This […]
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Tourism and Travel (Advanced one year full-time course)
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinSallynoggin CFE offer this one year full-time course in Travel and Tourism. The advanced Travel and Tourism Industry Training course will expand your knowledge and skills in both the Travel and Tourism industry and offers the opportunity to advance to […]
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Tourism Hotel and Leisure Operations (one year full-time)
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinTourism Hotel and Leisure Operations one year course run by Sallynoggin CFE. With more than 50,000 people directly employed by hotels and guesthouses in Ireland, the hotel sector has a critical role in job creation and the recovery of the […]
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Tourism Travel and Airline Studies (one year full-time)
Tourism & Hospitality Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinThis full-time Tourism and Airline Studies course is delivered by Sallynoggin College of Further Education. Learners will study core areas in Tourism, Travel & Airline studies and will have the opportunity to explore the career area of their choice within […]
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Tower Crane Training Courses (CSCS)
Crane Training Course by O’Reilly Training - WicklowOReilly Training Ltd tower crane safety training CSCS course for experienced operators to demonstrate their competence through skills, knowledge and attitude in the Safe Use of the Tower Crane. The plant training and assessment programme enables experienced plant operators to […]
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Train the Trainer (QQI Certified, code: 6N3326)
Online Learning, Train the Trainer Course by Professional Development - Blanchardstown, Co. DublinOur Train the Trainer Course is designed to develop your knowledge, confidence, and unique training style while you achieve your QQI Level 6 Certification. This Train the Trainer Course (also called QQI Training Delivery and Evaluation) is one of the […]
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Train the Trainer Attendance Course (QQI Level 6)
Distance Learning, Training & Development Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this QQI validated Train the Trainer (Training Delivery and Evaluation) 6N3326 award is to develop an understanding of the methodologies and processes available to approach Training Delivery and Evaluation. We will do this by equipping the learner with the knowledge, […]
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Train the Trainer QQI Level 6
Onsite, Train the Trainer Course by Talentpool Ltd – Online Training Programmes - Dublin City South, Co. DublinWhy choose Talentpool Ltd for your Train the Trainer Programme? This course is currently available online due to Covid 19 Talentpool trainers have been delivering the Train the Trainer programme for over ten years. Because of our unique approach delegates […]
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Training & Development – QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award
Online Learning, Adult Training and Development Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this QQI Training and Development – Special Purpose Award (6S3372) is to develop an understanding of the methodologies and processes available to approach Training Needs Identifications and Design. We will do this by equipping you with the knowledge, skill […]
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Training and Development (Train the Trainer Advanced Certificate) (QQI Level 6)
Classroom Based, Training & Development Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for those who wish to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to identify training and development needs to deliver and evaluate a training intervention (programme) within a range of training and development contexts.
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Training Delivery and Evaluation (QQI Level 6) Train the Trainer
Distance Learning, Training & Development Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this QQI validated Train the Trainer (Training Delivery and Evaluation) 6N3326 award is to develop an understanding of the methodologies and processes available to approach Training Delivery and Evaluation. We will do this by equipping the learner with the knowledge, […]
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Training Delivery and Evaluation course
Classroom Based, Education Studies Course by Community Training & Education Centre (CTEC) - WexfordOutline the concepts and theories underlying the delivery and evaluation of training interventions and explore the elements which impact on the effectiveness of a training session to include, the learning environment, the trainer, learning methodologies and the group dynamics of […]
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Training Needs Identification & Design (QQI Level 6)
Distance Learning, Education Studies Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. Dublinhe purpose of this eLearning QQI Training Needs Identification & Design 6N3325 award is to develop an understanding of the methodologies and processes available to approach Training Needs Identifications and Design. We will do this by equipping the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence […]
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Travel Agency & Galileo – Booking Package
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe Retail Travel Agent Practice course is designed for those who want to be a travel agent or pursue a career in the travel industry. The Retail Travel Agent Practice course has been successfully meeting the demands of employers of […]
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Travel Agency Skills – Part Time
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe Retail Travel Agent Practice course is designed for those who want to be a travel agent or pursue a career in the travel industry. The Retail Travel Agent Practice course has been successfully meeting the demands of employers of […]
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Travel and Tourism – Full Time
Classroom Based, Tourism & Hospitality Course by Portobello Institute - Dublin City North, Co. DublinThe Travel and Tourism industry is one of the largest and ever changing sectors in the world. It accounts for a third of global services trade and is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. The industry and employment opportunities available are […]
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Video Production & Editing: PreProduction to Distribution (QQI Level 5)
Practical, Video Production Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals who wish to learn about professional video production techniques, including planning, camera operation and non-linear postproduction (editing). This is a practical hands-on programme developing key filmmaking skills. Programme Description • Practical Hands-on Camera Workshops […]
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Web Design (QQI Level 6)
Classroom Based, Web Design Course by Marino College - Fairview, Co. DublinWeb Design (Authoring) QQI Level 6Course Duration: 1 year September 202 to May 2022 Monday 6.30 – 8.30 p.m.in Marino College, Marino Mart, Fairview, Dublin 3 2 terms – 23 weeks in total Course Fee: €350 per year (This […]
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Website Development and Design (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Web Design Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals wishing to learn the fundamentals of website design, creation and maintenance in a structured environment provided through weekly theory and practical lessons.
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Woodcraft (QQI Level 4)
Practical, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for those who wish to equip themselves with the knowledge, skill and competence to use woodwork tools and equipment safely and to plan, design and carry out basic woodcraft assignments.
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Word Processing
Classroom Based, Computers & IT (Information Technology) Course by Moate Business College - WestmeathThe purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to use a word processing application to produce documents in a variety of contexts to a mailable or publishable standard.
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Word-processing course
Administration Course by Community Training & Education Centre (CTEC) - WexfordWord-processing course learning outcomes 1 Describe a typical word processing application in terms of common uses and features including – text manipulation, document formatting, graphics, tabs, tables, mail merge and label printing 2 Identify frequently-used toolbar icons and related functions associated with […]
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Work Experience QQI Level 5 Online
Online Learning, Care Assistance Course by Forus Training - Mullingar, Co. WestmeathAre you interested in work experience for healthcare? Forus Training’s Level 5 Work Experience (Healthcare) course is starting on September 16th 2021. Sign up today to gain this valuable QQI accredited qualification. This 7 week course is tailored towards the […]
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Writing Skills for Journalism (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Media Studies Course by Limerick College of Further Education - Mulgrave St., Co. LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals who wish to develop essential writing skills in order to work in Journalism. It aims to provide learners with the knowledge, skill and ability to produce written copy across a range of writing styles.
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Writing Skills for Journalism (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Journalism Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinLearners who successfully complete this course will: understand the ways in which the reading public is offered information develop writing skills that answer the editorial needs of newspapers, radio or television write in different registers work to pre-defined, tight deadlines […]
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Youth and Community Work
Classroom Based, Health Care Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathYouth and Community Work 5M4732 WHAT IS YOUTH AND COMMUNITY WORK ? This one-year course is designed for those who would like to pursue a career in the youth and community sector. It is ideal for anyone who would enjoy […]
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Youth and Community Work (QQI Level 5/1 year full-time)
Community Leadership Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinThis Youth and Community Work QQI accredited course is a one year, full-time programme. This Youth Work & Community Studies course is designed for those who would like to pursue a career in the youth and community sector, working with […]