We offer both accredited and non-accredited programmes in Longford and Westmeath. Our accredited programmes are certified by different awarding bodies.
QQI is an independent state agency that ensures quality and accountability in education and training in Ireland. Most of our programmess are certified by QQI. QQI awards are recognised nationally and internationally within the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), a 10-level system that describes qualifications in the Irish education and training system. It shows the main qualifications at each level and how you can move from one level to the next. The NFQ helps you compare qualifications so you can choose a programme or course that will be recognised both in Ireland and abroad.
City & Guilds is a global leader in skills development, offering services to training providers, employers, and trainees in various sectors to meet the needs of today’s workplace. Employers worldwide value City & Guilds qualifications and apprenticeships, which help individuals develop their skills for career growth.
VTCT is a specialist awarding and assessment organisation that offers vocational and technical qualifications in various service sectors. The VTCT Skills Advisory Board includes top industry experts who review and discuss market issues and trends in the Hair and Beauty industries.
ICDL is an international organisation dedicated to improving digital skills in the workforce, education, and society. Their certification programmes are offered through a network of Accredited Test Centres. We have an Accredited Test Centre at the Garrycastle Campus in Athlone. This centre helps individuals and organisations assess, develop, and certify their computer and digital tool skills to the globally recognised ICDL standard.
Other awarding bodies include and not limited to APMG – International, Approved EN Certifying Body, CompTIA, CPA Ireland, Department of Education and Skills, ICS Skills, ILM Institute of Leadership and Management), ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council), Microsoft, Oracle, PHECC (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council), RSA (Road Safety Authority), RTITB (Road Transport Industry Training Board) Solidworks and Unspecified.
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Further Education and Training,
Marlinstown Business Park, Mullingar,
County Westmeath,
N91 DN02

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