ECDL is mapped to the National Framework of Qualifications (QQI) in Ireland. Candidates can use ICDL Certification as an exemption for over 40% of QQI awards.
Approximately a quarter of all post-primary students are lucky enough to gain an ECDL Award while in school. If they proceed to Further Education there will be many instances where they will appreciate being able to use ECDL as an exemption towards their chosen award.