Open College Network West Midlands (OCN WM) awarding body

What we're all about

Open College Network West Midlands is a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.

We work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. We also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.

 Why choose us? 

• Outstanding personalised customer service and support

• Proven expertise in developing vocational qualifications and credit based learning

• Responsive and flexible qualification development service

• Diverse range of qualifications

• National accreditation, local service

• Quality assurance, enhancement and improvement services

• Competitive and transparent pricing

• Charitable organisation with ethical and sustainable business practices