Rabdan Academy accredited by UAE Ministry of Interior's Security Qualifications Center

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Rabdan Academy has achieved accreditation from the Security Qualifications Center (SQC) under the Ministry of Interior (MOI), which is recognized as the accredited awarding body by the National Qualifications Centre (NQC). This accreditation marks Rabdan Academy as an Accredited Training Provider (ATP), authorized to deliver and implement national professional qualifications in policing and security. This milestone significantly contributes to the UAE’s national resilience and enhances the professional development of national cadres specializing in relevant security sectors.

During the accreditation ceremony, His Excellency Major General Salem Mubarak Al Shamsi, Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Resources and Support Services, presented the accreditation certificate to James Morse, President of Rabdan Academy, in the presence of experts from both organizations. James Morse underscored the significance of this accreditation in reinforcing the academy's global stature in professional development. He highlighted Rabdan Academy's rigorous adherence to necessary requirements, application of the highest quality standards, and extensive experience in providing dual education (academic and vocational) within the UAE.

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Morse expressed gratitude to the SQC team for their unwavering support throughout the accreditation process and commended the collaborative efforts between the two entities. With this accreditation, Rabdan Academy is poised to offer specialized professional development programs aimed at enhancing the capabilities of police and security personnel. The academy is now authorized to confer qualifications in critical areas such as Applied Police Science, Narcotics Search and Security Operations, and K9 SWAT Support, thereby solidifying its presence in the security domain.

Looking ahead, Rabdan Academy plans to broaden its scope as an ATP by introducing more advanced and valuable programs that contribute to the advancement and development of the UAE. These qualifications are designed to cultivate world-class specialized security personnel, bolster their skills and knowledge through cutting-edge technologies, enhance assessment practices in technical and professional fields, and uphold the highest standards of competence aligned with international norms.

Rabdan Academy boasts esteemed local and international accreditations in professional development, including certifications from the Military Qualifications Centre, the Global Innovation Institute, ILM, the National Open College Network (NOCN), the UK’s City and Guilds, and Pearson BTEC. Additionally, the academy actively participates as a member of the European Foundation for Quality Management.

The SQC, as an accredited awarding body by the NQC, assumes responsibility for monitoring the performance of ATPs, ensuring the quality of qualification delivery, and issuing vocational qualification certificates in accordance with NQC policies.