Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012

The Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 is Irish legislation that oversees the regulation and quality of education and training providers. It establishes standards to ensure programs are consistent and credible, requiring providers to register and meet certain quality criteria. The Act also assigns responsibilities for inspecting and monitoring courses, protecting learners, and maintaining public confidence in qualifications. Essentially, it creates a legal framework to guarantee that education and training services are reliable, of good quality, and beneficial for learners and employers alike.