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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Scaffolding Training Courses (CSCS)
Scaffolding Course by O'Reilly Training - Blessington, Co. WicklowScaffolding Training Courses by OReilly Training Ltd CSCS course for operators to learn how to erect and dismantle a basic system scaffold safely in accordance with legislation and the manufacturers instructions for that type of scaffold. To give candidates the knowledge to erect and dismantle a basic system scaffold (generally Kwik-Stage) safely in accordance with…
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School Age Childcare (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Childcare Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis School Age Childcare 5N1781 module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to implement and evaluate school age childcare programmes. At the end of this course Learners will be able to: Outline the elements of an effective school age childcare programme. Explain the importance of developing programme plans that are inclusive…
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School Age Childcare QQI Level 5 (Online & CLASS BASED )
Childcare Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis School Age Childcare QQI Level 5 course is designed to provide individuals with opportunities to acquire the skills and knowledge to plan, implement and evaluate a suitable programme of activities for a quality school age childcare setting.
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Science Preparation
Science Course by Pearse College of Further Education - Crumlin, Co. DublinHave you always had an interest in Science but never had the opportunity to pursue it? Havent done the Leaving Cert? Now is your chance! Science, and Food Science in particular, have been identified as key areas of growth and this is a new part time, two year course for those who would like to…
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Security Studies and Criminology
Classroom Based, Security & Surveillance Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis Security Studies with Criminology Course at DCFE will provide you with a strong foundation in the skills necessary to pursue a career in the private security industry and in Retail Security as either Door Security or Static Guarding in both Ireland and abroad or progress to Third level. The course provides students with an…
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Senior Trade Hairdressing
Classroom Based, Hairdressing & Hairstyling Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThe Senior Trades Level 6 Hairdressing course provides on and off-the-job intensive training in the advanced skills required for working in the hairdressing industry. Successful students will gain a Senior Trade qualification from the Department of Education and Skills as well as QQI Level 6 component awards. The Hairdressing Senior Trades qualification will allow you…
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Sign Language (SLAI Level 2 & QQI Level 4)
Classroom Based, Sign Language Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis SLAI Level 2 programme is suitable for individuals who have completed Level 1 programme (and obtained a high grade) and who wish to develop their skills in Irish sign language to a higher level. It will also equip the participant with the relevances knowledge, skill and competence to communicate at lower intermediate level in…
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Sign Language (SLAI Level 3 & QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Sign Language Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis SLAI Level 3 programme is suitable for individuals who have completed the Sign Language Level 2 programme (and obtained a high grade ) and who wish to develop their skills in Irish Sign Language to a higher level. Participants will gain the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to communicate in the intermediate language in…
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Silversmithing and Jewellery Design
Classroom Based, Jewellery Making Course by CTI Senior College of Further Education - Clonmel, Co. TipperaryThe course embraces diverse approaches to jewellery and silversmithing. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of materials and processes, including metal, ceramics, plastics, wood and textiles. With a focus on high quality craftsmanship, we place great importance on traditional hand skills whilst fully acknowledging the new and exciting possibilities also offered by…
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Silversmithing and Jewellery Design (Level 6)
Classroom Based, Jewellery Making Course by CTI Senior College of Further Education - Clonmel, Co. TipperaryThis full time Art Metalwork PLC (Post Leaving Certificate) course offers you the opportunity to research, design and develop skills in jewellery, silversmithing and fabrication. Study will involve a balance of experience between traditional and contemporary methods of craftsmanship and terminology specific to the practice. Emphasis will be placed on the use of a wide…
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Site Dumper Operator Safety Training Course (CSCS)
Construction Safety Course by O'Reilly Training - Blessington, Co. WicklowOReilly Training Ltd Site Dumper Operator Safety Training Course CSCS course for experienced operators to demonstrate their competence through skills, knowledge and attitude in the Safe Use of the Site Dumper. The plant training and assessment programme enables experienced plant operators to gain recognition for their achievements by the way of certification, and provide an…
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SNA - SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTING QQI Level 5/Level 6
Online Learning, Special Needs Assistant Training Course by Cabinteely Community School - DublinThis 10-week Special Needs Assisting course is available in September and in January. Level 5 is two weeks classroom based with the remainder online Level 6 is online only The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and principles underpinning the role of a…
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Social Care (Coolock)
In-house Training, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinThis is a two year Social Care QQI Level 6 course which examines the theory and practice of social studies and social care. The wide range of modules offered enables students to gain a critical awareness of the way in which society works and provides the opportunity to investigate contemporary social issues and problems. Modules…
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Social Care QQI Level 6 course
In-house Training, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinThis is a two year Social Care QQI Level 6 course which examines the theory and practice of social studies and social care. The wide range of modules offered enables students to gain a critical awareness of the way in which society works and provides the opportunity to investigate contemporary social issues and problems. Modules…
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Social Media for Business
Classroom Based, Digital Media Course by Baldoyle Training Centre - Baldoyle, Co. DublinThe aim of this programme is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to use a range of digital media technologies in a supervised environment. Furthermore, to understand their uses in an organizational context. It is designed to enable progression to further education, training or supervised employment. Assessment is carried out during…
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Social Studies - Professional Social Care - Applied
Social Studies Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. CarlowWhat is this programme about? This programme provides an opportunity for students to study for a one-year Higher Diploma in Applied Social Studies. This programme is being offered as a means for people to qualify as Social Care Workers. This programme is designed for graduates of non-Social Care who are working or wish to work…
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Social Studies (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Childcare Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence required for employment in a Social Care Setting. It will introduce learners to the area of sociology and social studies and to develop their understanding and awareness of social issues in their own lives and society in general. Learners…
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Social Studies (Sallynoggin College)
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinThis Level 5 Certificate course offers a broad introduction to the area of Social Studies. It is designed for people who are interested in working in a variety of social care services. Students can develop the personal qualities, knowledge, skills and academic background required to progress in the social work/care sector.
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Social Studies / Social Care
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathWHAT IS APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES? This one-year course aims to prepare students for work with people in a social care, community development or residential setting. The care worker needs social, communication and caring skills to work with individuals and groups. Many of the skills acquired will be transferable for use with adolescents, families and the…
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Software Design & Development
Web Design Course by Crumlin College of Further Education (CDETB) - Crumlin, Co. DublinThis course prepares students for a rewarding career in software development. The core aim of the course is to impart the expertise necessary to design, develop and maintain software. Students undertake work experience in order to develop their skills in the IT area. Awarding Body Further Education & Training Awards Council – FETAC(QQI) Certificate in…
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Software Development course (QQI level 6)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Software Innovation Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinAbout the Software Development course This Level 6 Software Development course enables our Level 5 Computer Programming students to progress and develop their programming skills in C++, Java and Visual Studio 2010. Sucessful graduates from this course may attain advanced entry to second year Computer Science at DIT, ITT, NCI, ITB and Griffith College. The core…
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Software Development
Classroom Based, Software Development 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 Pre-University computer science course provides students with an entry point to a future career in the technology sector. With the increase in the use of technology in almost every industry, the education of IT professionals is becoming more…
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Software Development
Classroom Based, Software Development Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis course provides an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue higher education while providing the learner with both the theoretical and practical skills needed for work in the IT Industry sector. What Will I Study? Communications (5N0690) Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming (5N0541) Maths for Information Technology (5N18396) Networking Essentials (5N2929) Operating…
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Software Development and Games Design
Classroom Based, Game Design & Animation Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis comprehensive course offers a guided pathway for aspiring developers to enhance their expertise. Master In-Demand Skills: In today’s technology-driven world, software development skills are in high demand across industries. By enrolling in our course, you’ll learn the fundamental principles of developing, software architecture, software design, and more. You’ll gain proficiency in popular programming languages…
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Software Development with Games Design
Classroom Based, Software Development Course by Greenhills College - Walkinstown, Co. DublinNetwork Essentials C20256, Hardware Essentials C20254, System Software C20255, Web Authoring C20148, Computer Programming C20013, Computer Architecture & Systems C20012, Mathematics C20139, Game Design L22055, Communications, Work Experience.
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Sound Engineering and Production (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme is designed to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a sound engineering and production environment and develop an awareness of present audio technological developments.
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Sound Engineering and Production (Sound Production)
Classroom Based, Sound Engineering 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 for students who are interested in a career in music and sound engineering or…
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Sound Production
Classroom Based, Sound Engineering Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year course is designed to give students an introduction to the world of sound engineering, the media and the music industry. This course is designed to provide a combination of practical and theoretical tuition in all aspects of digital sound engineering and event production. Students will work in a fully equipped digital studio and…
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Sound Production
Classroom Based, Music Technology Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryExplore the world of music technology, sound recording and production. What Will I Study? Communications (5N0690) Event Production (5N1374) Music Industry Studies (5N1458) Music Performance (5N1301) Music Technology (5N1640) Sound Engineering & Production (5N1900) Team-working (5N1367) Personal Professional Development (5N2985)
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Spanish Beginners at LCFE
Classroom Based, Spanish Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis course is suitable for individuals wishing to develop conversational skills to speak Spanish.