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Update 12: OCN NI Results VTQ Submission Date Extended

In former correspondence regarding the assessment guidance and calculated results for Vocational and Technical qualifications, we have stated that the submission date for calculated results is 29th May 2020. Whilst we would like centres to adhere to this date, if they can, we are formally extending this date until 5th June 2020.

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2020

OCN NI HOSTS FIRST EVER VIRTUAL LEARNER AWARDS

OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK NI (OCN NI) has today hosted its first ever ‘virtual’ Learning Endeavour Awards to celebrate learners from all over Northern Ireland.

Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Update 11: Calculated Assessment Guidance for OCN NI Qualifications

Over the past few weeks, the qualifications regulators in Northern Ireland, England and Wales have been working closely with awarding organisations, government departments, and the wider sector to agree a new framework of extraordinary measures. Having reviewed the new guidance set by the qualification’s regulators, OCN NI has produced guidance documentation to help our centres come to appropriate judgements.

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2020

OCN NI 'Virtual' Learning Endeavour Awards 2020

We are delighted to announce details of our Virtual Learning Endeavour Awards 2020

Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Update 10: OCN NI response to Economy Minister’s announcement on how vocational qualifications will be awarded

Thank you for your patience and understanding during these extraordinary and unprecedented times. We have responded to the Economy Minister's announcement. Our full statement can be read here.

Date: Friday, April 24, 2020