Regulation

CCEA is responsible for the regulation of all qualifications (except Vocational Qualifications - VQs) in Northern Ireland. The regulation of qualifications is undertaken collaboratively with partner regulatory authorities in England (Ofqual) and Wales (DCELLS). Qualifications are subject to statutory regulations because 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 regulated are listed in the National Database of Accredited Qualifications (NDAQ).

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UK EQF reportPDF, 1.78MB

Final report on the referencing of the QCF to the EQFPDF, 290K

Regulatory arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit FrameworkPDF, 2044KB

The statutory regulation of external qualifications in England, Wales and Northern IrelandPDF, 218K

Covering letter giving some background informationPDF, 218K