Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 November 2013
58. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding ongoing negotiations between Quality and Qualifications Ireland and a college (details supplied) in Dublin 14 regarding the accreditation of its courses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48513/13]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, QQI was established in November 2012 through the amalgamation of the NQAI, HETAC and FETAC. Since its establishment QQI has been undertaking a comprehensive policy development programme, involving the publication of a number of policy papers and broad consultation with stakeholders. I am informed that representatives of the college concerned attended the consultation events organised by QQI. I also understand that the awarding body of the programmes offered by the college submitted comments to QQI. The process for access to initial validation of programmes leading to QQI awards opened in early October. The college referred to in the Deputy's question has not contacted QQI in that regard.
