Awarding Body : Quality and Qualifications Ireland (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.
Colleges that run QQI courses in Ireland
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Level 8 B.A. Honours Psychology
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Psychology Courses Course by St. Nicholas Montessori College Ireland - Dun Laoghaire, Co. DublinThe B.A. in Psychology offers a broad introduction to the field of Psychology and its major sub-disciplines. Over 3 years (or 4 year part-time) learners engage with the core areas in psychology including developmental, social, and cognitive psychology, abnormal psychology […]
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Level 8 Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (RPL Entry)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by IICP College - Tallaght, Co. DublinBook or enquire about this Level 8 Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. IICP operates a recognition of prior learning (RPL) policy whereby previous qualifications and/or experience may allow applicants to avail of exemptions and enter the Honours Degree programme […]
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Liberal Arts (QQI level 5)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Arts Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - DublinCourse aims This Liberal Arts course aims to provide opportunities for school leavers to gain access to Arts, Social Science & Humanities degree programmes at Universities and I.T.’s. It will provide a second chance for many school leavers who aspire to […]
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LL.B. (Hons)
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Cork - CorkLL.B. comes from the Latin Lex Legum Baccalaureus- Bachelor of Laws. A highly focused discipline, law examines how groups and individuals regulate their relationships. The course is available both full-time and part-time and runs from September to May. While typically […]
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LL.B. (Hons) Blended Learning
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LL.B. (Hons) QQI level 8
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe LLB. (Hons) programme is offered on a full-time, part-time and blended learning basis. This course is validated by QQI at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications. With the LL.B. (Hons), learners can tailor their degrees to suit […]
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LL.M. in International Commercial Law
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LL.M. in International Human Rights Law
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LL.M. in International Law
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LLM (Master of Laws) International Law
Classroom Based, Law Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinLaw – The LL.M will be over a year in duration and will give the student exciting choices between various human rights and commercial subjects. To complete the LL.M successfully the student will have to do seven subjects with the […]
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Local Title Supervisory Management
Classroom Based, Management Skills Course by Baldoyle Training Centre - Baldoyle, Co. DublinThe aim of the Supervisory Management course is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to understand the role and responsibilities of a supervisor and demonstrate a range of supervisory management skills. The total learner effort […]
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Logistics and Distribution
Classroom Based, Transport & Logistics Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathLogistics and Distribution includes the sourcing, storage and transportation of both components and finished products, it is the study of the business functions that form the link between raw materials and products and their smooth flow to the market using […]
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M.A. in Addiction Recovery
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThe programme is designed for graduates who wish to enhance their own professional skills and capacity and contribute to the wider community of addiction services through evidence-based knowledge and research. This programme enables learners to develop expertise in Addiction Recovery […]
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M.A. in Addiction Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThis Master’s programme in Addiction Studies is designed for graduates in health and human sciences as well as disciplines such as nursing, social care, social work, psychology and programmes in the cognate area. This programme will provide students with theoretical […]
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M.A. in Adolescent Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickWe are delighted to offer you this Master’s programme in Adolescent Studies which is primarily designed for graduates in health, human and social sciences related programmes including such disciplines as social care, social work, nursing, psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and programmes […]
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M.A. in Childhood Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickWe are delighted to offer you this Master’s programme in Childhood Studies which is primarily designed for graduates in health, human and social sciences related programmes including such disciplines as social care, social work, nursing, psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and programmes […]
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M.A. in Clinical Supervision in Professional Practice
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThe area of clinical supervision is evolving as one of significant professional interest within the Irish health and social care setting. Education and government policy demands that all professions who rely in their day to day practice on a range […]
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M.A. in Counselling & Psychotherapy (Family Therapy)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThis Masters programme in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Family Therapy) is designed for graduates in health and human sciences and in particular graduates of Counselling and psychotherapy related programmes as well as disciplines such as, nursing, social care, social work, psychology […]
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M.A. in Counselling & Psychotherapy (Integrative Modalities)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThis Masters programme in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Integrative Modalities) is designed for graduates in health and human sciences and in particular graduates of Counselling and psychotherapy related programmes as well as disciplines such as, nursing, social care, social work, psychology […]
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M.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Person Centred Modalities)
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M.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Psychodynamic Modalities)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences - Castletroy, Co. LimerickThis Masters programme in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Psychodynamic Modalities) is designed for graduates in health and human sciences and in particular graduates of Counselling and psychotherapy-related programmes as well as disciplines such as, nursing, social care, social work, psychology and […]
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MA / Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and Media Communications
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MA / Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and Public Relations
Classroom Based, Journalism Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinAbout the Course The MA in Journalism and Public Relations is a Level 9, QQI accredited programme which runs on a full-time and part-time basis. The course is for people who wish to embark on a career in the fast-changing […]
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MA / Postgraduate Diploma in TV and Radio Journalism
Classroom Based, Journalism Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinAbout the Course The MA in TV and Radio Journalism is a Level 9, QQI accredited programme available on a full-time and part-time basis. The programme is designed to address the demand for specialisms in TV and Radio Journalism. It […]
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MA in Adolescent Studies
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Counselling & Psychotherapy Course by Griffith College Dublin (GCD) - Dublin City South, Co. DublinLooking to develop your career in adolescent care with an MA in Adolescent development? This programme is primarily designed for graduates from relevant undergraduate programmes in a range of disciplines who wish to develop appropriate knowledge and competence to empower […]
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MA in Childhood Studies
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MA in Education, Learning and Development
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Managing for Regulation and Inspection
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Managing People Course (QQI Level 6)
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MANAGING PEOPLE QQI LEVEL 6
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