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A flexible and responsive awarding organisation offering regulated qualifications, accreditation services and skills solutions across industry sectors in the UK and internationally.
A flexible and responsive awarding organisation offering regulated qualifications, accreditation services and skills solutions across industry sectors in the UK and internationally.
A flexible and responsive awarding organisation offering regulated qualifications, accreditation services and skills solutions across industry sectors in the UK and internationally.
A flexible and responsive awarding organisation offering regulated qualifications, accreditation services and skills solutions across industry sectors in the UK and internationally.
A flexible and responsive awarding organisation offering regulated qualifications, accreditation services and skills solutions across industry sectors in the UK and internationally.
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Our Story

We’ve been around a long time with a proud history and heritage of being part of the national network of Open Colleges
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Case Studies

Showcasing our partnerships with customers: Developing new qualifications and promoting learning and recognised achievement for learners
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Testimonials

We love hearing from our customers about our work and it’s a pleasure to share some of the positive feedback we’ve received.

Why choose Open College Network West Midlands?

Proven expertise in developing regulated qualifications

Every customer is unique and important - we focus on developing skills solutions to fit your individual business needs.

National accreditation, local service

Responsive and bespoke accreditation services

Quality Endorsement Licence (QEL)

Our QEL provides a highly flexible solution to provide national recognition to your existing training courses

A leading Access Validating Agency

We are proud of our status as a national Awarding Organisation to develop and award nationally recognised Access to Higher Education Diplomas.
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News and Events

Prepare your learners for Work and Study through these dedicated qualifications
CASS and New Policies and Procedures Update event
Colleges Week 2021
Endorse your training with our Quality Endorsement Licence scheme
Dig into our suite of Construction Qualifications
Upskilling solutions for the Animal Care Industry
Latest Qualifications under review: October Consultation Survey
Look What's New - Level 3 Diploma in Canine Massage
Leading the way as the first awarding organisation to sign up to the Race Equality Code
Latest update on Access to HE - September/October 2021
Latest update from the Quality team - September/October 2021
Creating Solutions with Gangs and Youth Violence Qualifications
Let Them Learn: FE support for the unemployed
New Chief Regulator at Ofqual
New Education Secretary appointed
Flexible Qualifications for Special Schools, Colleges and Training Providers
Everything you need to know about Access to Higher Education Diplomas
Qualifications for Employability and Development Skills
Exceptional Open College Network West Midlands qualifications help transform the lives of over 30,000 learners in record year!
New website launched!
One week to go until we launch our new website
Open College Network West Midlands backs young professional awards
Look What's New - Level 3 Award in Wildlife Photography
Look What's New - Level 3 Award in Pet Photography
Qualifications for good health and well-being
Give your learners a competitive edge when looking for employment, with our Work Ready Skills qualifications
Qualifications for Professionals Working in the Sexual Violence Sector
Build Back Better with our Construction qualifications
Save the date - new website coming soon!
Latest update on Access to HE - summer 2021
Innovate your Access to HE provision with online delivery
Excellence in Training & Education Award Finalists
Shine a spotlight on YOUR training with our Quality Endorsement Licence scheme
Supporting Centres and Employers prepare the workforce to meet the increasing threat of cyber security
Scale up your training provision for adult learners through our qualifications in the National Skills Fund
Look What's New - Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy with Hydrotherapy
New Level 3 Award in Forest Kindergarten: Local Nature Play launched
Looking at qualifications for outdoor delivery? We have some options for you
Look What's New - Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Conductor Assistant
Latest qualifications under review: Stakeholder Consultation Survey
Look What's New - Level 3 Diploma in Biodynamic Ecology
Looking for a small, flexible qualification to deliver online?
Supported Learning - Flexible Qualifications for Special Schools, Colleges and Training Providers
Shining a spotlight on Access to Higher Education Diplomas
Working with Gangs and Youth Violence Qualifications to create solutions
More support for further education teachers to develop
Outstanding students celebrated and presented awards in Open College Network West Midlands’ Celebration Event
Thousands of residents across the West Midlands benefit from better qualifications and skills
Shining a spotlight on Basic and Advanced Youth Work Approaches this Loneliness Awareness Week
South and City College Principal honoured with MBE
Opportunities for workforce development and skills - what does the future hold?
Reaseheath College Access to HE Students rewarded with prestigious awards
Latest update on Access to HE
Discover our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Qualifications
Get your learners work ready using a unique bespoke qualification package
Look What's New - Level 3 Award in Forest Kindergarten: Local Nature Play
Qualification Review: Stakeholder Consultation Survey
Scale up your training provision for adult learners through the National Skills Fund
Explore something new with our Dog Grooming and Canine qualifications
New Law Enforcement qualifications launched
Upskill your learners with new Marketing and Social Media Qualifications
New legislation to help transform opportunities for all
Register for your FREE Access to HE Pearl demonstration
Students celebrated and awarded bursaries in Open College Network West Midlands’ awards ceremony
Supporting CYBERUK 2021 with our Cyber Security qualifications
Prime Minister to revolutionise skills and training opportunities
Qualifications for good mental health this Mental Health Awareness Week
Open College Network West Midlands CEO to join speaker line-up at the 2021 Access to HE Conference
Customised Accreditation – A Bespoke Support Service for Organisations

Upcoming Training Courses

Delivery and Assessment of Open College Network West Midlands Qualifications 2022

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Access to HE Internal Moderation Training - March 2022

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Access to HE Assessment and Grading Training - March 2022

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Delivery and Assessment of Open College Network West Midlands Qualifications Spring 2022

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Access to HE Internal Moderation Training - November 2021

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