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10/03/2022 Getting to know us: Andrea Doree

We have added new staff members to the OCN NI team over recent months and we look forward to introducing you to them one by one. This month we are introducing you to Andrea who has joined the Customer Services Team.

09/03/2022 Learning Bursaries Introduced for the 2022 Learning Endeavour Awards

In a new addition to the Learning Endeavour Awards this year, each winner will not only receive the prestigious OCN Crystal Award but will also be presented with a £1,000 learning bursary. Furthermore, OCN NI can confirm that each Highly Commended participant will also receive a £500 learning bursary

21/02/2022 NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR THE 2022 LEARNING ENDEAVOUR AWARDS

OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK NI (OCN NI) has announced that nominations are now open for the 2022 Learning Endeavour Awards and that radio personalities Jordan Humphries and Steve Turnbull will be returning as presenters of the virtual awards.

11/02/2022 OCN NI LAUNCHES 2022 LEARNING AWARDS

OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK NI (OCN NI) has announced details of its 2022 Learning Endeavour Awards. Now in their fourth year, the aim of the awards is to recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals and their training providers, by highlighting the power of learning to transform lives for the better.

11/01/2022 Qualification Assessment Arrangements for 2022

Considering the potential increased disruption to teaching and learning as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, OCN NI feels it is appropriate to provide an update to its centres in relation to the proposed assessment arrangements for 2022.

10/01/2022 Derry schools and groups advised of pioneering new Carbon Literacy programmes

Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful (KNIB) is encouraging schools and community groups, teachers and youth leaders, across Derry to participate in carbon literacy programmes.