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06/04/2023 Deadline Extended for OCN Awards

Due to a phenomenal response we have extended the deadline for the Learning Endeavour Awards nominations until 4pm on Friday the 28th April.

24/03/2023 Summer Awarding External Verification Arrangements for training organisations and third sector centres

OCN NI is beginning to make External Verification (EV) activity arrangements for Summer Awarding. If you are running Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications with GCSE/A Level equivalency and you require learner results for results days (Level 3 – 17th August 2023, Level 2 – 24th August 2023) please follow the below Summer Awarding guidance:

24/03/2023 OCN NI Summer Awarding External Verification Arrangements for Schools

OCN NI is beginning to make External Verification (EV) activity arrangements for Summer Awarding - we appreciate your continued support in facilitating this process. The below information is for the attention of your Quality Assurance department.

13/03/2023 OCN NI Learning Endeavour Awards 2023

Bursaries worth thousands to be awarded to NIs top learners and training providers; Nominate your learners today in the OCN NI Learning Endeavour Awards.

03/03/2023 OCN Consultation Response on the Principles for VQs in NI

As part of our commitment to transparency, we are sharing our consultation response document, as we believe that this document will give you a better understanding of how your recognised OCN centre contributes to vocational education in NI.

28/02/2023 New Qualifications

OCN is committed to providing cutting-edge and relevant qualifications that meet the demands of today's ever-changing world. Our team has been working hard to develop qualifications that reflect the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices. With a range of exciting new qualifications on offer, we aim to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to succeed in their chosen field