Where potential meets possibility

Open College Network Northern Ireland (OCN) is a leading Technical and Professional Awarding Organisation based in Northern Ireland

Learning Endeavour Awards 2025 Shortlist

Open College Network Northern Ireland (OCN) has revealed the shortlist for its seventh Learning Endeavour Awards, which will take place at the iconic Titanic Belfast on Tuesday 24th June 2025.

Our Mission

To develop and award qualifications which engage, enrich and equip learners for life.

We offer qualifications from Entry Level to Level Five throughout Northern Ireland. We work with Further Education Colleges, Private Training Organisations, Voluntary & Community Organisations, Schools, SME’s and Public Sector bodies to provide learners with opportunities to progress into further learning and/or employment. 

Become a Centre

If you would like to become an OCN Recognised centre and deliver our Qualifications and/or Endorsed Courses please complete the form below and a member of the team will be in contact with you.  

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