OCN NI Extend Deadline for Learning Endeavour Awards
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Learning Endeavour Awards Deadline Extended
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Learning Endeavour Awards D...
Due to a phenomenal response, we have extended the Learning Endeavo...
NEW OCN QUALIFICATION SET TO DEVELOP DIGITAL SKILLS IN BELFAST’S MARKET COMMUNITY
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NEW OCN QUALIFICATION SET T...
The bespoke Open College Network (OCN) qualification will support t...
Business Administration Qualifications
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Business Administration Qua...
Business administration qualifications equip individuals with skill...
Suite of Managing Personal Finance Qualifications
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Suite of Managing Personal ...
The OCN NI qualifications in Managing Personal Finances have been d...
Suite of Developing Skills for Life Qualifications
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Suite of Developing Skills ...
These qualifications aim to develop confidence, self-esteem and ind...
OCN NI Launches 2024 Learning Awards
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OCN NI Launches 2024 Learni...
OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK NI (OCN NI) has announced details of its sixth...
Lifelong Learning in Northern Ireland gets new champion
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Lifelong Learning in Northe...
A new body called the Alliance for Lifelong Learning (ALL) has been...
Essential Skills Compliance Reminder
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Essential Skills Compliance...
Essential Skills Compliance Reminder
OCN NI Compliance & Audit - Contingency Planning
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OCN NI Compliance & Audit -...
OCN NI Compliance & Audit - Contingency Planning
Remembering Simon Hamilton: A Legacy of Dedication and Excellence
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Remembering Simon Hamilton:...
It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we come together to ...
OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Primary Care Medical Administration
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OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in P...
The aim of the OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Primary Care Medical Admin...
OCN Centre Focus: The Bytes Project
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OCN Centre Focus: The Bytes...
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New Centre and Internal Verifier Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. New centres are required to...
Date
23 April 2024
OCN NI Examination Invigilator Training
Event runs from 2.30pm to 4.00pm via Zoom. This training is only for an...
Date
24 April 2024
Administration Training
This training covers OCN NI’s processes for registering learners and cla...
Date
25 April 2024
Assessment Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. This training session highl...
Date
07 May 2024
New Centre and Internal Verifier Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. New centres are required to...
Date
15 May 2024
New Centre and Internal Verifier Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. New centres are required to...
Date
20 May 2024
Assessment Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. This training session highl...
Date
23 May 2024
OCN NI Examination Invigilator Training
Event runs from 10.00am - 11.30am via Zoom. This training is only for a...
Date
29 May 2024
Administration Training
This training covers OCN NI’s processes for registering learners and cla...
Date
29 May 2024
Assessment Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. This training session highl...
Date
05 June 2024
Administration Training
This training covers OCN NI’s processes for registering learners and cla...
Date
18 June 2024
New Centre and Internal Verifier Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. New centres are required to...
Date
24 June 2024
Assessment Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. This training session highl...
Date
02 July 2024
New Centre and Internal Verifier Training
This online event runs from 9.30am - 1.30pm. New centres are required to...
Date
11 July 2024