The education and skills landscape is evolving, and for many providers, this is a time to reassess partnerships and ensure long-term stability. At NOCN Group, we understand that continuity and trust matter more than ever. That’s why we’ve launched our Switch With Confidence campaign - designed to make your transition to NOCN Group simple, supported, and cost-effective.

Why Switch to NOCN Group?

NOCN Group is one of the UK’s most established awarding organisations, with decades of experience supporting FE colleges, independent training providers, and employers. As an international education charity, we operate with independence and integrity - focused on delivering qualifications that meet sector needs, not shareholder demands.

Our reputation is built on:

• Stability and Independence: We’re here for the long term, offering certainty in a changing market.
• Flexibility and Innovation: Our sector specialisms across construction, green skills and other key areas allow us to tailor solutions for your learners.
• Commitment to Quality: Trusted by thousands of centres nationwide, we deliver qualifications that meet the highest standards.

A Smooth, Supported Transition

Switching awarding organisations doesn’t have to be complicated. We’ve streamlined the process to remove barriers and give you confidence every step of the way. Our dedicated team will guide you through onboarding, migration and centre approval - so you can focus on what matters most: your learners.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Free Centre Approval: We’ll waive the usual set-up fee (worth £700) for centres that switch to us before 31st July 2026.*
• Free Migration Support: We’ll review your current provision and map it to the most appropriate NOCN qualifications at no cost.
• Expert Support: Our Business Development, Onboarding and Customer Service teams are on hand to make migration seamless.

Your Learners, Your Future

Whether you deliver qualifications in construction, engineering, renewables, life skills, or other key sectors, NOCN Group offers a comprehensive portfolio aligned to industry standards and future skills needs. By choosing us, you’re partnering with an awarding organisation that shares your commitment to learner success and workforce development.

*Terms and Conditions

• Onboarding fees waived for any customer transferring their provision from another AO to NOCN - saving £700
• Annual Centre Fee payable upon approval for all centres
• Migration Support package including free consultation on qualifications to NOCN equivalent or similar qualifications, migration of learners/credits where necessary and DCS approval upon receipt of satisfactory EQA report demonstrating existing DCS with other AO for comparable qualifications. DCS approvals are at the discretion of NOCN in line with its DCS policy
• Offer valid until 31st July 2026