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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Accounting Technician - Second Year (ATI)
Classroom Based, Accountancy Course by Crumlin College of Further Education (CDETB) - Crumlin, Co. DublinThis 2nd year course provides a professional qualification from the Accounting Technicians in Ireland. Accounting Technicians are skilled support staff working in the accounting & finance areas. This course can provide students with the following: A recognised business qualification with the option to undertake further professional studies Better job opportunities within a wide range of…
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Activities of Living Patient Care (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Patient Care Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis Activities of Living Patient Care award will: Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the Activities of Living and its application to client care. Facilitate the learner to gain knowledge and competency in the delivery of holistic care to clients/patients and understand the importance of promoting of quality of life for client /patient. Facilitate…
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Adv. Montessori with ECCE Major Award – (QQI Level 6)
Distance Learning, Montessori Education Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe Montessori parts of the course train the learners to educate children in a way that gives them the best possible foundation for life. “Maria Montessori’s goal was to develop the whole personality of the child and her system is based on her strong belief in the spontaneous working of the human intellect. The main…
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Advanced Animal Science Level 6
Classroom Based, Animal Science Course by Killester College of Further Education - Killester, Co. DublinAnimal Science; Animal Behaviour; Team Leadership; Work Experience; Wild Animal Management; Animal Grooming; Grooming Science; Canine Obedience & Training; Kennel & Cattery Management
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Advanced Business and Office Administration
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Dundrum College of Further Educaion - Dundrum, Co. DublinAim The course offers a challenging and rewarding programme which gives the student an opportunity to expand their knowledge, understanding and skills in business, computing and financial areas. Modules include Administration Practice Team Leadership Spreadsheets Word Processing Payroll Manual and Computerised Accounts/Text Production Work Experience One module may be carried from Level 5 Work Experience…
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Advanced Certificate in Administration
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Business Administration Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course is designed to allow the learner gain advanced knowledge and skills in the general area of office management and offers excellent higher education and career progression opportunities
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Advanced Certificate in Animal Healthcare
Classroom Based, Animal Care Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full-time One Year course which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview This one year course is designed as a follow on from the QQI Level 5 Animal Healthcare course and is tailor-made to students who wish to progress in the animal area into a working life with…
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Advanced Certificate in Architectural Technology and Design
Classroom Based, Architecture Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course meets the needs of students who wish to develop a portfolio of valuable skills, for example: Architectural Drawing, CAD2D and 3D, Architectural Model Making and Design. These skills will equip students to find employment in…
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Advanced Certificate in Business
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Business Information Systems Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course covers a wide range of business subjects and will give students a very strong foundation in management, marketing, sales, finance, law and economics. The course is designed to maximise the advanced-entry options to a range of degree programmes across our partner, higher-education colleges in Dublin. Career progression opportunities also.
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Advanced Certificate in Business Legal
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Business & Law Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge relating to legal practice. Students taking this advanced work based course will be prepared to take up employment as personal assistants in a legal environment
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Advanced Certificate in Furniture Design and Making
Classroom Based, Furnishings Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview DFEi has a long history of providing further education and training courses aimed at students who want to work in the furniture industry. Students develop essential craftsman’s skills to assist them in gaining employment in…
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Advanced Certificate in Office Administration and Management
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full-time One Year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course is designed to allow students to gain the hard and soft skills necessary to manage an administration department in any contemporary business/office environment. Students will learn about the skills necessary to perform their role…
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Advanced Certificate in Software Development
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Software Development Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course aims to perfect programming skills learned at QQI Level 5 in order to attain advanced entry to Year 2 of Computer Science at TUD, NCI, IADT or Griffith College
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Advanced Certificate in Software Development and Networking
Classroom Based, Software Development Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This advanced course is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in the technology sector. Software is ubiquitous and critical in almost every facet of the knowledge economy, as a result, industry’s demand…
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Advanced Outdoor Activity Instructor (Sports, Recreation & Exercise)
In-house Training, Fitness Instruction Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerrySports Industry Practice (6N4650) Event Management (6N4800) River Kayaking (6N5192) or Open Canoe Instruction (6N5349) Sea Kayaking Instruction (6N5193) Team Leadership (6N1948) Single Pitch Rockclimbing (6N5845) Orienteeing Instruction (6N5190) Work Experience (6N1946) Ecology and Environment (6N3645) Open Canoeing Instruction (6N5349)
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Advanced Social Studies (Social & Vocational Integration)
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryAcquire the knowledge, skill and competence to provide a range of services in a social and vocational rehabilitation context and/or to progress to higher education and training.
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Advanced TV and Digital Film Production (Level 6 QQI Award)
Classroom Based, TV Production Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course is an excellent upskilling and portfolio course for students who wish to progress to either media or TV/film degrees or employment. Students gain highly practical skills in a range of techniques used in…
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Advanced Certificate in News and Media in a Digital Age
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Journalism Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinThis QQI Level 6 course reflects the advancement of digital technology and publication of news on multiple platforms and gives students the tools to report the news in a constantly evolving media environment.
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Advertising & Graphic Design
Graphic Design Course by Crumlin College of Further Education (CDETB) - Crumlin, Co. DublinThis one year course is ideally suited to the student who has a creative flair and is interested in pursuing a career in Graphic Design or Advertising. It combines essential drawing skills with the use of modern creative media applications such as InDesign, Dreamweaver and Illustrator. This is a practical course providing students with the…
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Anatomy & Physiology (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Healthcare & Medicine Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this QQI validated Anatomy & Physiology award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to understand the structure and function of the human body. On successful completion of the modules the learner will have the skills to understand the interrelationships between systems of the body and recognise the…
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Animal Care
Classroom Based, Animal Care Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryAnimal Welfare (5N0753) Veterinary Assisting Skills (5N1363) Animal Anatomy and Physiology (5N0750) Animal Grooming (5N0752) Biology (5N2746) Communications (5N0690) Mathematics (5N1833) Work Practice (5N1433)
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Animal Care
Classroom Based, Animal Care Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryAnimal Welfare (5N0753) Veterinary Assisting Skills (5N1363) Animal Anatomy and Physiology (5N0750) Animal Grooming (5N0752) Biology (5N2746) Communications (5N0690) Mathematics (5N1833) Work Practice (5N1433)
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Animal Care / Animal Care Assistant
Practical, Animal Care Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full-time One Year course, which runs from September to May, 5 days a week. Overview This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and the skills to work in a variety of areas within the Animal Healthcare sector or to progress to Higher Education through the Higher Education Links Scheme. Students will…
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Animal Science Level 5
Classroom Based, Animal Science Course by Killester College of Further Education - Killester, Co. DublinAnimal Welfare; Animal Grooming; Animal Behaviour; Small Animal Husbandry & Housing; Biology; Animal Anatomy & Physiology; Maths- optional; Work Experience; Communications; Word Processing
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Animation (Creative Media)
Classroom Based, Animation Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryStep into the exciting world of animation and see the possibilities.
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Applied Science (Laboratory Techniques)
Classroom Based, Laboratory Practice Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis programme provides an introduction to the world of science and covers a variety of subjects related to laboratory sciences.
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Applied Social Studies
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis is a one-year full time programme offering an introduction to the theory and practice of social studies and psychology aiming to increase awareness of the practical applications of social and psychological theory.
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Applied Social Studies
Social Studies Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis is a one-year full time Applied Social Studies programme offering an introduction to the theory and practice of social studies and psychology aiming to increase awareness of the practical applications of social and psychological theory.
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Applied Social Studies – Young Adults
Classroom Based, Social Studies Course by Liberties College - DublinThis is a broad academic introduction to social studies and social care. As an access programme this course caters particularly to those who wish to progress to Higher Education or further professional training.
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Apprenticeship: Carpentry and Joinery (SOLAS Award Advanced Craft Certificate)
Practical, Furnishings Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration Block release as part of the apprenticeship (11 weeks for phase 4 and 10 weeks for phase 6.) Overview An apprenticeship is a training and education programme, which mixes learning in a college such as DFEi with work-based learning in a company. This Carpentry and Joinery apprenticeship programme is a 4-year programme consisting of…
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Approaches to Early Childhood Education - QQI Level 5
Distance Learning, Early Childhood Education Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the philosophy and practice underpinning a specific approach to Early Childhood Education, to include one of the following Montessori, Froebel, Steiner or Weikart. Module objectives: To familiarise the learner with various educational theorists and their programmes suitable for…
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Architectural Technology and Design
Classroom Based, Architecture Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - DublinDuration This is a Full time one year course, which runs from September to May, 4 days a week. Overview This course meets the needs of students who wish to develop a portfolio of valuable skills, for example: Architectural Drawing, CAD2D and 3D, Architectural Model Making and Design. These skills will equip students to find employment in the…
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Art and Craft Professional Practice
Classroom Based, Art Course by Liberties College - DublinThis is a one year Professional Practice course in the area of Art and Craft. Students will work with a range of practical craft skills, focusing on a specialised skill base and developing pathways to employment or third level studies.
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Art, Craft and Design
Classroom Based, Art Course by Dundrum College of Further Educaion - Dundrum, Co. DublinAim This is a practical course which will give students the opportunity to design and make a wide range of unique craft, sculpture and textile pieces using a range of different materials. They will also learn how to be resourceful and create unique pieces from up-cycled materials. Students will learn the practical skills of sewing,…
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Art, Craft and Design (Portfolio Preparation)
Classroom Based, Art Portfolio Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryPrepare a portfolio of work for entry to Art Colleges.
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Art, Craft & Design
Classroom Based, Art Course by Bray Institute of Further Education - Bray, Co. WicklowThis is a unique art course as it caters for students who are interested in art, craft and design. The college has extensively equipped specialist art and craft practice rooms: a ceramics studio where a wide range of 3D ceramic skills and techniques can be explored and developed; a print studio which allows students to…
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Art Craft & Design - Portfolio Preparation
Practical, Art Portfolio Course by Sallynoggin College of Further Education - Sallynoggin, Co. DublinThis course is designed to help learners develop their skills in drawing, painting, 3D studies and life drawing, using a variety of media and materials including monoprint, pastels, charcoal etc. The course content is structured to cover many aspects of art, craft and design. While preparing a high quality portfolio, learners will also have the…
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Art – Portfolio Preparation
Classroom Based, Art Portfolio Course by Greenhills College - Walkinstown, Co. DublinThis one year course is designed to give students the skills necessary to develop a creative approach to Art, Craft and Design. Students are introduced to a wide range of skills, processes and techniques. They are encouraged to develop personal ideas and themes through drawing and a visual notebook. Advice will be given on portfolio…
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Art Portfolio Preparation
Classroom Based, Art Course by Bray Institute of Further Education - Bray, Co. WicklowThis course caters to those applying to third level colleges in order to pursue a career in Art, Craft and Design. It is an intensive year suited to those who are prepared to commit to high work levels in and out of institute hours and short deadlines. The course reinforces an independent work ethic and…
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B.Sc. (Hons) Computing Science (Games Development)
Classroom Based, Computer Game Design Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course has been finely tuned by the Faculty to deliver programmes that are not only academically strong but also reflect the needs of the computing industry.