Adding Course Lookups (Levels, Categories & Accreditation provider)
This guide explains how to create and manage lookup values used when setting up courses, including Levels, Categories, and Providers (Accreditation Bodies).
When to Use This
Use this when setting up your system or adding new options that will be selected when creating courses.
Adding a Category
Categories are used to group and organise courses.
Log in as an admin
Navigate to Courses > Categories
Click Add Category
Enter:
Title (required)
Summary (optional - for internal use)
Description leave blank
Colour (optional) - displays on course-list
Image - leave blank
Order Priority leave blank
Set Publish = Yes
Click Save
Courses | adding categories
Adding a Provider (Accreditation Body)
Providers are typically used for accreditation bodies (e.g. QQI, PHECC).
Log in as an admin
Navigate to Courses > Providers
Click Add Provider
Enter:
Title (Provider name)
Provider Type
Select Accreditation Body where applicable
Set Publish = Yes
Click Save
Courses | Accreditation Body
Adding a Level or Type - Optional
Levels are used to define the standard or qualification level of a course (e.g. Level 6, Beginner).
Log in as an admin
Navigate to Courses > Levels
Click Add Level
Enter:
Title (required)
Short Name (optional)
Summary (optional)
Order - leave blank
Click Save
Courses | Level
What Happens Next
These lookups will be available when creating or editing courses
You can assign:
Category
Accredited by (Provider)
Level
Important Notes
Lookups must be created before they can be used in courses
Only published categories and providers will be selectable
Keep naming consistent to avoid duplicates
Recommended Tips
Set up your Levels and Categories before bulk creating courses
Use clear naming conventions across all lookups
Avoid creating duplicate or overlapping categories