The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the statutory awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. FETAC makes quality assured awards that are part of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) from levels 1-6. Meeting learner needs is central to the work of FETAC. 

• Makes and promotes awards on the National Framework of Qualifications
• Determines standards and award requirements
• Validates programmes leading to awards
• Monitors and quality assures programmes and services

ECDL Foundation is the certifying authority of the leading international computer skills certification programme – ECDL / ICDL*. The quality and reputation of our certification programmes are built on over a decade of experience in successfully delivering ICT certification programmes to millions of people in various languages around the world.

ECDL Foundation’s mission is to enable proficient use of ICT that empowers individuals, organisations and society, through the development, promotion, and delivery of quality certification programmes throughout the world.

ECDL Foundation’s certification programmes have been delivered to over 11 million people, in 41 languages, across 148 countries, through a network of over 24,000 test centres. Our certification programmes are designed to be accessible to all citizens, irrespective of age, gender, status, ability, or race.

LCCI International Qualifications are awarded by EDI, a leading international educational services company and an accredited Awarding Body providing vocational and professional qualifications around the world. EDI is accredited by the UK qualifications regulators and numerous regulatory bodies and Ministries of Education around the world through the LCCI International Qualifications brand.

EDI was founded in December 2002 through the merger of Goal plc, a pioneer of the use of online testing, and the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board. This combination of an internationally respected awarding body and an innovative specialist in the use of technology in education, provides EDI with a unique blend of knowledge and skills and makes it a truly global educational services company with a rapidly expanding service range, including online assessments for schools, customised training programmes for employers, specialist business broadband provision and electronic portfolios.

NCC Education is a global provider and awarding body of British education. We provide the complete education solution to over 200 Accredited Partner Centres in more than 45 countries worldwide. By working in partnership with Accredited Partner Centres and universities we provide students with affordable qualifications in Business and IT, from foundation through to degree, master's level and beyond.

Our flexible approach to providing the International Degree Pathway allows students to enter or leave their degree journey at their own pace and receive a certificate for their achievements at each stage. We design our qualifications to give our students the academic knowledge and complementary practical skills to reach their career aspirations.

The Institute is the leading professional body for Commercial and Business Development Managers.

Supporting career and personal development as well as mobility, the Institute’s educational programmes and qualifying examinations provide recognised qualifications for commercial management and business development staff working in the following key industry sectors:

• Aerospace and Defence
• Construction
• Facilities Management
• Financial Services
• Government
• Information & Communication Technology
• Manufacturing
• Petrochemicals
• Pharmaceuticals
• Telecommunications
• Utilities
• Retailing & Distribution

Membership is open to those who complete the relevant degree level qualifying examinations.

The Institute is also a recognised international examining and awarding body for students undertaking general business and management studies and examines and certifies candidates to an internationally consistent standard.

Red Hat Academy provides education programs in high schools, higher education institutions, and economic development organizations worldwide with the technology and support to offer Linux academic curriculum. A 100 percent web deployed and managed program, Red Hat Academy outfits schools with hands-on instruction curriculum and labs, performance-based testing and educator support- all the essential elements to help you start up and sustain a Linux curriculum program.

Cisco Systems launched the widely respected certification programs for the computer network professionals, IT managers, technical support executives and for the IT professionals. Cisco Certified Professionals are among the highly paid salaried persons in the world. Cisco validates the individual’ achievements and technical expertise, which gives them respect in the IT industry. The tests are administered by the Pearson VUE. There are three levels of certifications Associate, Professional and Expert.

In addition to the levels, there are six different paths such as routing and switching, network security and service provider, storage networking, voice and design. Candidates can select the path according to their job roles and industry. There are specialization tracks in the focused area to increase the knowledge of a specific technology such as IP telephony, wireless and security.

Routing and switching is the most popular certification track so far. In this article you will get the basic overview of some of the most common Cisco Certifications and certification tracks.

Since 1982 CompTIA has supported and led the global IT industry through educational programs, market research, networking events, professional certifications, and political advocacy.

CompTIA is member driven and is led by an elected board of industry professionals. All proceeds are directly reinvested in programs and initiatives that benefit our valued members and the industry as a whole. CompTIA also gives back to the industry through the CompTIA Educational Foundation, which provides education and training to individuals under-represented in the IT industry, such as at-risk youth, dislocated workers, disabled workers, and veterans transitioning out of the military.

CompTIA is known worldwide as the leading provider of vendor-neutral IT certifications. CompTIA certifications identify IT professionals who prove their aptitude in various fields, such as security, network administration, computer repair, and server administration.

CompTIA has a global reach, serving members from offices in Australia, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, South Africa, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States.