Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI) on behalf of the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) have established a new national directory of External Authenticators (EAs) for Further Education and Training programmes.
The External Authenticator provides independent confirmation of fair and consistent assessment of learners in accordance with QQI requirements and reports on consistency of assessment results with national standards.
Previous External Authentication experience is desirable but not essential. Interested individuals should have experience of delivering or assessing programmes leading to QQI awards, or associated industry expertise (5 years).
This EA Directory will serve those services in Education and Training Boards providing programmes leading to QQI awards.
Interested?
Updated information on upcoming External Authentication training
We would like to advise you that training is scheduled to be held in November 2025 for those interested in becoming an external authenticator. Please note that only the following field areas are being prioritised for training as they have been specifically identified as gap areas by the sector. These include:
STEM & Environmental
- Engineering / Engineering Technology /
- Motor Technology
- · Laboratory Techniques / Science
- · Environmental Sustainability
- · Horticulture
- · Agriculture
- · Animal Care
- · Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician
Trades & Technical Skills
- Floor and Wall Tiling
- Large and Small Domestic Appliance Servicing
- Motor Vehicle Maintenance
- Door Security / Security
- Cleaning Skills
Arts, Humanities & Creative
- · Art / Arts and Crafts
- · Music Studies / Music Performance
- · Theatre Performance
- · Fashion / Fashion Design
- · Photography
- · Woodwork
- · Gaeilge (Irish Language)
Health, Care & Wellbeing
- Community Health Services
- ELC · Healthcare Support
- Nursing Studies
- Beauty Therapy
- Hairdressing
- Sports and Recreation
Business & Professional
- · Business and IT / Computing
- · Auctioneering
- · Micro Credentials
In order to be considered for training, please ensure that you have:
1. Read the attached information on the website
2. Experience of delivering subject matter training/teaching and/or 5 years relevant experience in subject matter area in Industry
3. Read and complete the linked form and ensure that you are available to attend all 3 days of whichever session you select, as full attendance is mandatory.
4. Closing date for expressions of interest – October 27th 2025 For any further queries, please contact externalauthentication@etbi.ie