About Us
What is OCN Northern Ireland?
Mission Statement
“The Open College Network supports learning and widens opportunity by recognising achievement through credit based courses and qualifications”
For many years the OCN movement has laid claim to being a very distinctive Awarding Body with a focus on providing accessible qualifications which support access to learning and progression to other opportunities and employment.
Open College Network Northern Ireland (OCN NI) is licensed by the National Open College Network (NOCN) and is based in Belfast. We offer nationally recognised, flexible, credit-based qualifications which conform to the criteria set out by the Regulatory Authorities.
We work with national and local organisations to develop and widen access to education, training and learning. Since 1995 OCN NI has provided a comprehensive accreditation service to learners throughout Northern Ireland and during that time we have registered over 150,000 learners.
We provide:
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Opportunities to expand your current provision
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Quality assured accredited learning
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Expertise in credit developments
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A comprehensive programme of training to support delivery
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Advice and guidance with support materials