About us

NOCN is a leading credit-based Awarding Organisation that has been creating opportunities for students and learners for over 25 years. We’re trusted and recognised by learners, educational organisations and employers.

We work with a wide range of organisations to provide qualifications that are recognised and trusted, nationally.

With our expertise and unique approach, we’re in the best position to help employers and training providers bridge the skills gap and develop qualifications that industry needs, in a way that motivates learners and helps build a quality workforce.

We’re proud to be the very first awarding organisation to be given a Leader in Diversity award by the National Centre for Diversity, a leader in promoting equality for all in the UK.

We’re recognised by Ofqual, CCEA and the Welsh Government.

We have regional offices in Birmingham, Bristol, London, North East and Warrington as well as the main office and East Midlands, Yorkshire and Humber regional teams in Sheffield