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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Introduction to Computers - QQI Level 3 - Computer Literacy Course
Classroom Based, Computers for Beginners Course by Pinnacle Training - DublinGet ready for summer and learn to use your computer to book flights, hotels and search for the best deals. You will learn about online shopping and how to be safe while online. You will also learn how to use email to keep in touch with family / friends and use Microsoft Word. Course Name:…
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Introduction to Nursing Studies
Classroom Based, Nursing Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. DublinAnatomy and Physiology Human Growth and Development Nursing Theory and Practice Care Skills Care of the Older Person Infection Prevention and Control Communications Word Processing Work Experience Maths is an option offered for those students who wish to apply to UK colleges including Ulster University.
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Introduction to Psychology QQI Level 5
Classroom Based, Psychology Courses Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis course is suitable for individuals who wish to develop an understanding of the basic concepts of Psychology and aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills and capacity to understand psychological processes.
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Introduction To Psychology QQI Level 5 (Online)
Psychology Courses Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis course is suitable for individuals who wish to develop an understanding of the basic concepts of Psychology and aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills and capacity to understand psychological processes.
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Irish For Beginners (QQI LEVEL 3)
Classroom Based, Irish Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals wishing to develop conversational skills in spoken Irish or to gain an introductory qualification. Tuition will be conducted in a relaxed setting with emphasis on the oral aspects of the Irish language.
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Irish Law (HETAC/Nottingham Trent University)
Classroom Based Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinIrish Law (HETAC/Nottingham Trent University)
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Italian Beginners (QQI Level 3)
Classroom Based, Italian Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals wishing to develop conversational skills in basic Italian
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Journalism and Visual Media
Classroom Based, IT Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis honours degree programme will inspire an intellectual capacity for self-expression and objective enquiry, while developing the practical skills necessary for media production. The art of writing, design, presentation, production, layout and publishing for newspaper, radio, video, photography and the Internet will be covered in this course. The course aims to produce versatile and confident…
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Journalism, Digital Media and Public Relations
Classroom Based, Business Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year course in journalism, Digital Media and Public Relations teaches students the skills to be a modern journalist or public relations professional. Students will learn how to work across various types of media, while still incorporating the main theoretical concepts of journalism. Students will appreciate how digital technology and the use of multiple platforms…
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Journalism (QQI Level 5) (Online)
Online Learning, Media Studies Course by Limerick College of Further Education - 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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Laboratory Techniques: Pre-University Science
Classroom Based, Laboratory Practice 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. Overview This hands-on laboratory skills course provides an introduction to the world of science and covers a variety of subjects related to laboratory and physical sciences. The purpose of this award is to enable the student to acquire the knowledge,…
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Leadership (QQI Level 6) Online
Online Learning, Leadership Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Leadership (QQI Level 6) course is suitable for those who have an interest in leadership or wish to gain a leadership position in an organisation.
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Online Learning, Six Sigma Course by Professional Development - Blanchardstown, Co. DublinGain a confident understanding of Lean Six Sigma and learn how to perform the role of a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt with skill. Our 5-day Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course is extremely popular. It runs throughout the year in Dublin and online as live virtual classroom training. We have dates available almost every…
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Online Learning, Six Sigma Course by Professional Development - Blanchardstown, Co. DublinGain a confident understanding of Lean Six Sigma and learn how to perform the role of a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt with skill. Our 5-day Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course is extremely popular. It runs throughout the year in Dublin and online as live virtual classroom training. We have dates available almost every…
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Legal Administration (Office Administration)
Classroom Based, Legal Administrator Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis Legal Administration programme is designed for those considering a career in a legal office environment. What Will I Study? Audio Transcription (5N1549) Work Practice (5N1433) Word Processing (5N1358) Text Production (5N1422) Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) Legal Practice & Procedures (5N1389) Information & Administration (5N1389) Customer Service (5N0972)
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Legal & Medical Business Administration
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. DublinText Production Information & Administration Word Processing Legal Practice & Procedures Medical Terminology Spreadsheet Methods Reception & Frontline Office Skills Personal & Professional Development Communications
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Legal Practice & Procedures (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Legal Studies Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinTopics covered include: Unit 1: Introduction to the Irish Legal System Unit 2: Sources of Irish Law Unit 3: Remedies in the Irish Legal System Unit 4: Law of Torts Unit 5: European Union Law Unit 6: Constitution of Ireland Unit 7: Specific Legal Documents and Legislation. Learners who successfully complete this course…
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Legal Secretary
Classroom Based, Law Course by Dundrum College of Further Education - Dundrum, Co. DublinAim This course prepares students for employment opportunities in a legal setting. The course combines office administration skills with a knowledge of the common types of legal documentation and the structure and role of the Irish Court system. Learners are equipped with the knowledge, skill and competence in legal practice and principles to enable the…
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Legal Studies
Classroom Based, Legal Studies Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryAn introduction to the legal system and the core principles of Irish law with this Pre-University Law course. What Will I Study? Communications Level 5 (5N0690) Personal Professional Development (5N2985) Business Law (5N2091) Legal Practice & Procedures (5N1394) Conflict Resolution (5N0692) Criminal Law (5N3787) Word Processing (5N1358) Criminology (5N2107)
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Leisure Facility Operations (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Sport & Leisure Management Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe aim of this QQI Leisure Facility Operations – 5N4667 course is to provide the learner with the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge relating to Leisure facilities. The theoretical understanding needs to be applied in the real environment to protect against health and safety issues, hygiene, legal and management best practice. Thus the gamut of leisure operations…
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Leisure Management & Fitness Instructor (Sallynoggin College)
Practical, Fitness Instruction Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinThis two-year Leisure Management & Fitness Instructor programme provides the necessary qualifications for a career in fitness and leisure industry with options to work as s Studio Instructor, Strength Conditioning Coach, Gym Instructor, Sports Retailer and Freelance Fitness Instructor.
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Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture Full Time Course - APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Horticulture Course by Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Glasnevin, Co. DublinThis Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture course involves 25 weeks of college work and skills training and a eight week practical learning period (PLP) in a Teagasc approved horticultural unit. In an average week, students will spend three to four days at the college. Course Aims By combining class and practical work at the National…
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Level 5 Component Awards (Part-Time Day Courses) APPLICATIONS CLOSED
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Horticulture Course by Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Glasnevin, Co. DublinThe QQI component level 5 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 9am to 4.30pm. Part time courses or component awards allow learners to select individual subjects in horticulture…
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Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Horticulture Full Time APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Horticulture Course by Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Glasnevin, Co. DublinThis course is offered over a 32 week period and will consist of either 24 or 16 weeks of College based course work and 8 or 16 weeks of a practical learning period (PLP) depending on the chosen stream. Course Modules Subjects included in the QQI Level 6 course will vary with the stream chosen.…
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Level 6 Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Studies - January 2025
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinIntroduction Our Level 6 Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Studies Programme is the perfect entry point for those considering a career in counselling and psychotherapy as it contains an excellent mix of theory, skills and personal development. All IICP teaching staff are therapy practitioners, which means they put their teaching into a real-world context. Programme…
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Level 6 Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Studies - Winter 2024 - Fully Online
Online Learning, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinIntroduction Our Level 6 Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Studies Programme is the perfect entry point for those considering a career in counselling and psychotherapy as it contains an excellent mix of theory, skills and personal development. All IICP teaching staff are therapy practitioners, which means they put their teaching into a real-world context. Programme…
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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…