Bernard Allen
Ceist:156 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Education if she proposes to introduce new controls on the growth and operation of private colleges nationwide.
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156 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Education if she proposes to introduce new controls on the growth and operation of private colleges nationwide.
As the Deputy will be aware quality control guidelines are already in place through the National Council for Educational Awards in relation to the designation of private commercial, thirdlevel colleges.
I will be giving full consideration, in the context of finalising the White Paper on Education, the most effective means of ensuring quality and protecting the interests of students in private colleges.