Regulation

CCEA is responsible for the regulation of all qualifications (except National Vocational Qualifications - NVQs) in Northern Ireland. The regulation is undertaken collaboratively with partner regulatory authorities in England (QCA) and Wales (DCELLS). External qualifications are subject to statutory regulations because the public-learners, employers and other 'customers' have a legitimate interest in the continuing availability of high quality qualifications that are fit for purpose, command public confidence, and are understood both by those who study for them and those who use them. All qualifications that are accredited are listed within the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).