Open Awards is an awarding organisation and registered charity committed to supporting learner achievement, meaningful training and accessible education.

For over 45 years, Open Awards has been changing lives through learning by developing qualifications that make a difference. Focused on empowering learners, we offer a wide range of qualification types, including Access to HE Diplomas, regulated qualifications and apprenticeship assessments.

To ensure quality and impact, Open Awards’ qualifications are regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales (QW) and the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

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Our Mission, Vision and Values

Vision

Vision

To change lives through learning.

Mission

Mission

To support educational achievement for all.

Values

Values

Excellence, innovation, respect and aspiration.

Meet the Team

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Our team profiles make it easy to get to know us. You can discover our expertise, understand our roles and put a face to our names.

Meet the Team
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