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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Healthcare Paediatric Support (BTEI)
In-house Training, Nursing Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. Dublin
Learners will complete all of the minor award modules listed below over two years. Care Support Safety and Health at Work Care Skills Communications Work Experience Human Growth and Development OR Anatomy and Physiology Child Health and Well Being Maternity Care Support *Modules subject to change
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Healthcare Paediatric Support QQI Level 5 (BTEI)
In-house Training, Patient Care Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. Dublin
Certificate in Healthcare Support QQI Level 5 (5N4339) – 2 Years Part Time This part-time two-year course will develop learners to gain employment in the healthcare industry, or to progress onto Level 6 major award in further education. The part time course two-year course is suitable for anyone wanting to upskill while participating on a CEScheme, or working…
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Healthcare Support - Denny Street Campus
Classroom Based, Healthcare Management Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. Kerry
Care Support (5N0758) Safety and Health at Work (5N1794) Care Skills (5N2770) Communications (5N0690) Care of the Older Person (5N2706) Nursing Theory and Practice (5N4325) Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734) Work Practice Healthcare (5N1433H) First Aid Response (PHECC) Career Planning & Job Seeking Skills Patient Handling
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Healthcare Support - Listowel Campus
Classroom Based, Care Assistance Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. Kerry
This programme is for people who wish to pursue careers in the Healthcare Sector as Healthcare Assistants or Carers, specifically managing the care of the older person. What will I Study? • Care of Older Person (5N2706) • Care Skills (5N2770) • Care Support (5N0758) • Communications Level 5 (5N0690) • Infection Prevention & Control…
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Healthcare Support - Listowel Campus
Classroom Based, Care Assistance Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. Kerry
This programme is for people who wish to pursue careers in the Healthcare Sector as Healthcare Assistants or Carers, specifically managing the care of the older person. What will I Study? • Care of Older Person (5N2706) • Care Skills (5N2770) • Care Support (5N0758) • Communications Level 5 (5N0690) • Infection Prevention & Control…
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Healthcare Support – (QQI Level 5 Major Award)
Online Learning, Healthcare Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. Dublin
Our online elearning QQI level 5 Healthcare Support Assistant Major Award is designed to give those wishing to work in the Healthcare system a thorough grounding in the necessary skills. The course is relevant and highly practical, with each module focusing on a specific area of care. The course aims to prepare learners for a career both…
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HealthCORE - Research (CORES)
Healthcare Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. Carlow
HealthCORE research is focused on three broad areas within the domain of the health sciences and wellbeing: Mens Health; Rehabilitation and Health; Exercise, Sport and Heath.
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HealthCORE - Research (CORES)
Healthcare Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. Carlow
HealthCORE research is focused on three broad areas within the domain of the health sciences and wellbeing: Mens Health; Rehabilitation and Health; Exercise, Sport and Heath.
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Higher Certificate Business Studies
Classroom Based, Business Studies Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Higher Certificate in Business is a two-year fulltime programme, designed to give students a rich overall perspective of business. Marketing, finance, accounting, human resources, and information technology are all addressed as you are prepared for the world of business and its countless opportunities. On completion, you will have the confidence and knowledge to select…
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Higher Certificate Computing - Higher Certificate Computing (Computing)
Classroom Based Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Higher Certificate in Computing is a two year full-time/part-time programme that prepares you for a wide range of software development opportunities in both Irish and multinational companies. The course, spread over four semesters, covers the full range of software development topics. You will have an opportunity to use what you learn by developing software…
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Higher Certificate Computing - Higher Certificate Computing (Computing)
Classroom Based Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Higher Certificate in Computing is a two year full-time/part-time programme that prepares you for a wide range of software development opportunities in both Irish and multinational companies. The course, spread over four semesters, covers the full range of software development topics. You will have an opportunity to use what you learn by developing software…
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Higher Certificate in Digital and Business Skills Level 6
Classroom Based, Digital Marketing Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. Dublin
This full time, two-year Higher Certificate in Digital and Business Skills Level 6 {DABS Higher Certificate (HC)} in Cathal Brugha FET combines classroom-based learning with work-based learning and runs continuously for 24 months (including work placements). Learners who successfully complete the DABS HC programme can progress directly to year three and four of the DABS BA…
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Higher Diploma Computing - Higher Diploma Computing (Computing)
Classroom Based Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The course is designed to meet the on-going industry demand for computer professionals. Its specific aim is to provide rigorous and stimulating classes for students who wish to acquire theoretical and practical training in computing and, particularly, in software development. This course is ideal for non-computing graduates who want to compete favourably against computing science…
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Higher Diploma Computing - Higher Diploma Computing (Computing)
Classroom Based Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The course is designed to meet the on-going industry demand for computer professionals. Its specific aim is to provide rigorous and stimulating classes for students who wish to acquire theoretical and practical training in computing and, particularly, in software development. This course is ideal for non-computing graduates who want to compete favourably against computing science…
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Higher Diploma in Aviation Finance
Finance Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview Demand for new aircraft continues to rise, with 17,000 aircraft estimated to be ordered globally over the next decade. This demand is being driven by passenger numbers that are predicted to double by 2030 to 73 million. An increasing critical factor in growth of the aviation industry are the aircraft lessors who now owe…
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Higher Diploma in Business
Classroom Based, Business Studies Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview The Higher Diploma in Business is a conversion course for non-business graduates who wish to acquire core business skills which will enable graduates play an active role in the management, sustainability and development of commercial enterprise. Graduates will, upon completion of this programme, enter the business world and/or progress to a management role within…
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Higher Diploma in Business in Project Management
Project Management Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview The Higher Diploma in Business in Project Management provides the practical knowledge and skills in the area of project management for learners who wish to upskill or reskill in this area to avail of future employment or further education opportunities. Learners on this graduate conversion programme will benefit from foundational knowledge and skills fundamental…
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Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview The Higher Diploma in Arts in Counselling and Psychotherapy will provide students with a broad graduate-level education and grounding in the theory and practice of counselling and therapy. The course offers students a practical training in therapeutic skills and an understanding of the ethical implications of therapeutic work. During the course, students will be…
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Higher Diploma in Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview As more organisations rely on rich content to drive marketing success and serve customers, the ability to effectively manage digital assets and connect creative content across platforms and touchpoints becomes imperative. The Higher Diploma in Science in Digital Marketing is a conversion programme for graduates who wish to up-skill in digital marketing strategy, theory…
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Higher Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Studies ** Validated by QQI***
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. Dublin
Our two year Higher Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Studies is now accepting applications for the September 2024 intake. This innovative programme is validated by QQI. Designed in the style of a conversion or bridging programme, this two year training prepares learners to enter a professional practice masters. This programme does not in itself provide a…
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Higher Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Studies ** Validated by QQI***
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychology Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. Dublin
I Our two year Higher Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Studies is now accepting applications for the September 2023 intake. This innovative programme is validated by QQI. Designed in the style of a conversion or bridging programme, this two year training prepares learners to enter a professional practice masters. This programme does not in itself provide…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Artificial Intelligence Applications
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Artificial Intelligence Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
Higher Diploma in AI Applications Course Overview The Higher Diploma in Science in Artificial Intelligence Applications is a postgraduate course which aims to provide an opportunity for learners with a related degree outside the computing arena as well as those currently involved within the IT sphere to refocus and reskill for careers that require AI…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Artificial Intelligence Applications
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
Higher Diploma in AI Applications Course Overview The Higher Diploma in Science in Artificial Intelligence Applications is a postgraduate course which aims to provide an opportunity for learners with a related degree outside the computing arena as well as those currently involved within the IT sphere to refocus and reskill for careers that require AI…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Computing (2 years part-time)
Classroom Based, Computing Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Higher Diploma in Computing is a postgraduate programme designed for learners with either a level 7 degree in ICT, which is normally 5 years old or above, or a level 8 degree in a subject with a strong numerate, IT, or technical element such as accounting, engineering, science, digital media, etc. The programme enables…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Computing (ICT Conversion Course)
Classroom Based, Computer Science Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The overall aim of this postgraduate conversion programme is to provide learners with the necessary theoretical and practical skills, knowledge and competence, to gain a comprehensive, strong and specialised, foundation and practical understanding of the area of computing. On successful completion of this programme, graduates should be able to successfully secure professional roles at entry…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Computing – Irish NQF Level 8 (1 year full-time)
Classroom Based, Information Technology Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Higher Diploma in Computing is a postgraduate programme designed for learners with either a level 7 degree in ICT, which is normally 5 years old or above, or an level 8 degree in a subject with a strong numerate, IT, or technical element such as accounting, engineering, science, digital media, etc. The programme enables…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics
Education Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview The Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics provides the practical knowledge and skills in the area of computing and data science for learners who wish to upskill or reskill in this area. The programme aims to develop learners’ knowledge of the theory and practice of Data Analytics necessary for them to secure employment…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics
Data Analytics Course by Dublin Business School (DBS) - Dublin
Overview The Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics provides the practical knowledge and skills in the area of computing and data science for learners who wish to upskill or reskill in this area. The programme aims to develop learners’ knowledge of the theory and practice of Data Analytics necessary for them to secure employment…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics for Business
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Data Analytics Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
Higher Diploma in Data Analytics for Business Course Overview The Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics for Business aims to provide an opportunity for learners with a degree outside the computing arena as well as those currently involved within the IT sphere to refocus and reskill for careers that require Data Analytics knowledge and…
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Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics for Business
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Business Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics for Business aims to provide an opportunity for learners with a degree outside the computing arena as well as those currently involved within the IT sphere to refocus and reskill for careers that require Data Analytics knowledge and skills. This programme is specifically designed for individuals with…
