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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Business Studies - Tralee
Classroom Based, Business Studies Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryGet a grounding in fundamental business concepts, ideas, practices and methodologies with this Business Studies course. What Will I Study? Accounting- Manual & Computerised (5N1348) Applied Economics (5N1350) Business Law (5N2091) Communications (5N0690) Marketing Practice (5N1400) Mathematics (5N1833) Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) Work Experience (5N1356)
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Business Studies with Law
Classroom Based, Business Studies 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 provides a strong foundation for those students wishing to study Business and/or Accountancy, Legal, or combination degree…
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Business Studies with Marketing
Classroom Based, Marketing 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 intended for students who have an interest in the strategic and practical areas of business…
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Business Systems Analysis and Design
Business Studies Course by Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) - Letterkenny, Co. DonegalThis course is a level 8 honours-degreeequivalent Higher Diploma in Science in Computing in Business Systems Analysis and Design. The objective of the course is to take graduates who have some knowledge of Computing and augment their skills and knowledge in readiness to begin a career in Business Systems Analysis and Design for IT. It…
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Business with Digital Marketing
Classroom Based, Digital Marketing Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. DublinBusiness Administration Personal and Professional Development Digital Marketing Statistics Bookkeeping Spreadsheets Economics Customer Service Word Processing Human Resources
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Business with Logistics & Distribution
Classroom Based, Supply Chain Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. DublinIn this Business with Logistics & Distribution course you’ll cover Warehousing; Inventory Control; Freight Forwarding; Communications;Personal & Professional Development; Spreadsheet Methods; Statistics; Business Admin.
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Business with Project Management
Classroom Based, Project Management Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. DublinAdministration Practice 6N4169 Human Resource Management 6N3750 Project Management 6N4090 Personal & Professional Development 6N1949 Spreadsheet Methods 6N4089 Communications 6N1950 Statistics 5N2066 Marketing Communications 6N4370 Leadership 6N1948 Spreadsheets 6N4089
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Business with Tourism
Classroom Based, Hospitality & Tourism Course by Cathal Brugha FET - Dublin City North, Co. DublinTourism Principles & Practice Principles and Practice of Selling Customer Service Reception & Front Office Skills Word Processing Personal & Professional Development Tourism Information & Administration Travel Agency Service Skills French (option)
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Café & Deli Skills with Barista
Classroom Based, Food Safety Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinQQI Level 4 Part Award in Catering Support (4M2805 ) – 1 Year Part-Time BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefits. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 and wish…
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Café & Deli Skills with Barista (BTEI)
In-house Training, Cookery Courses Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinBTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefits. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 and wish to re-enter the workforce. See here for details. Café + Deli Service Skills is a…
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Café & Deli Skills with Barista (BTEI/Skills to Compete)
In-house Training, Food Safety Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinBTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefits. Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 and wish to re-enter the workforce. See here for details. Café + Deli Service Skills is a…
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Care Assistant for HSE Disability Services – Major Award
Online Learning, Care Assistance Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinOur online distance learning QQI level 5 Care Assistant Major Award is designed to give those wishing to work in HSE Intellectual Disability Services as a Care Assistant 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 eight modules selected are listed as…
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Care of the Older Person course (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Care Assistance Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Care of the Older Person course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to provide care for the older person in a variety of settings.
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Care of the Older Person (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Care Assistance Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinLearners who successfully complete this course will: demonstrate good work practices in the provision of individualised holistic care for older people understand the concept of the ageing process be able to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings enhance the quality of life of the older person.…
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Care of the Older Person QQI Level 5
Online Learning, Care of the Older Person Course by Hartstown Community School - Clonsilla, Co. DublinThis Care of the Older Person QQI Level training is for those interested in working with the aged in either a Nursing home or with a Homecare company.
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Care of the older person QQI Level 5 (Cappamore Campus)
Care of the Older Person Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Care of the Older Person course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to provide care for the older person in a variety of settings.
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Care of the Older Person QQI Level 5 Online via Zoom
Online Learning, Care of the Older Person Course by Forus Training - Mullingar, Co. WestmeathAre you interested in learning about caring for older people? Forus Training’s Level 5 Care of the Older Person course is starting on January 30th 2025 for €295. This 7 week course will give you the knowledge and skills needed to to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of…
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Care of the Older Person QQI Level 5 (Thursday)
Classroom Based, Care of the Older Person Course by Malahide Community School Adult Education - Malahide, Co. DublinCare of the Older Person QQI Level 5 Level 5 Component Code 5N2706 – Certified by QQI Course Description: This module is designed to equip the learner with the skills, knowledge and competence to meet the full and holistic needs of older people in a variety of care contexts and to develop an awareness of…
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Care Provision and Practice (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Care Assistance Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinWho should complete this course? This programme is open to individuals with an interest in caring for older people, but it is of particular relevance to carers working with or planning to work with clients in the community. This is an area of considerable growth in employment, whether in care centres or in the client’s…
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Care Skills course (QQI Level 5)
Classroom Based, Care Assistance Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Care Skills course is ideal for those looking to gain the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients while providing and maintaining a hygienic and safe environment.
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Care Skills (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Care Assistance Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinLearners who successfully complete this course will: recognise the personal care needs of clients respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice acquire practical skills in the area of client personal care maintain a safe, healthy and hygienic environment for clients. Who should complete this course? Learners who wish…
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Care Skills QQI Level 5
Classroom Based, Education Course by Malahide Community School Adult Education - Malahide, Co. DublinCare Skills QQI Level 5 Level 5 Component Code 5N2770 – Certified by QQI Do you know when you complete both the Care Skills QQI Level 5 & the Care of the Older person QQI Level 5 modules you are qualified to work as a Home Help, in Community Care, in a Nursing Home or…
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Care Support course (With Work Experience and Communications)
Classroom Based, Care Assistance Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Care Support course is suitable for those who wish to equip themselves with the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively in a care setting
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Care Support QQI Level 5 Online via Zoom
Online Learning, Care Assistance Course by Forus Training - Mullingar, Co. WestmeathAre you interested in learning about Care Support in Healthcare? Forus Training’s Level 5 Care Support course is starting on January 7th 2025 for €295. This 7 week course explains the role and responsibilities of a Health Care Assistant (HCA), who the HCA reports to, the Multidisciplinary team (MDT) and all relevant up-to-date employment legislation…
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Carpentry and Construction (Construction Technology)
Classroom Based, Carpentry Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThe program is for students who wish to develop pre-apprenticeship skills, pursue employment or advance to further education. It aims to familiarise students with the work environment of the carpentry, construction and building industry. What Will I Study? Architectural Drawing (5N1558) Building Construction (5N1570) Communications (5N0690) Computer Aided Draughting (2D) (5N1604) Design…
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Cert in Training and Development ONLINE - QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award - ~February 2025
Online Learning, Social Care Course by Open Training College - DublinThe next course commencement: February 28th, 2025 Application Deadline: Apply by February 14th, 2025 This Training and Development Award is the nationally approved Level 6 QQI professional qualification for new and experienced trainers. The twelve week programme provides participants with the tools to identify training needs and design, plan, deliver and evaluate quality and engaging training.…
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Certificate in Software Development and Data Analytics
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, IT Data Analytics Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 5 Software Development and Data Analytics course gives students an excellent grounding in computer programming and Data Analytics. Excellent Higher Education and career progression opportunities
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Certificate in Payroll and Accounts Administration
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Accountancy Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 5 course is designed to prepare students for a role within an Accounts Department with a particular emphasis on payroll. Students will be given training in essential skills to include spreadsheets, word processing and communications to allow graduates to progress their careers in either payroll, accounting or bookkeeping
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Certificate in Accountacy, Business and Tax
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Accountancy Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 5 course provides learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the Business, Administration, Finance and Accountancy sectors with excellent Higher Education and Career progression opportunities
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Certificate in Accountancy, Business and Taxation
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Accountancy Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinCourse aims The Certificate in Accountancy, Business and Taxation course aims to develop accountancy, business and taxation skills and prepares students for direct employment in the business/ accounting/ sector or continue to a FETAC Level 6, the Professional Accountancy courses, Higher National Diplomas or Higher Education. Course Modules Accounting Manual and Computerised Taxation Financial Services Payroll…
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