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OAL is currently developing two new Employability Skills Qualifications: OAL Level 1 Award in Employability Skills – 6 credits OAL Level 1 Certificate in Employability Skills -13 credits Learners will have the opportunity to select units that reflect their individual needs, interests, and career aspirations. This flexible structure allows learners to tailor their learning to

OAL is delighted to announce the appointment of Emma Cook FIEP, Managing Director of Cognisoft Ltd, to our Board of Directors. Emma brings over 35 years of unparalleled experience in the Employability, Skills, and Learning and Development sectors. Having joined CogniSoft in 1988 as an office junior, Emma has built her career from the ground

Leo Arkelaos, a rising star at Müller Milk & Ingredients, has shattered expectations by completing his Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship nearly a year ahead of schedule – and becoming the first apprentice in the UK to complete the End Point Assessment (EPA) on the new version of the standard. This landmark achievement is

In the ever-evolving landscape of UK apprenticeships and vocational training, few collaborations have stood the test of time with as much impact as the partnership between CQM Training & Consultancy Ltd and Occupational Awards Limited (OAL). As 2026 will mark 10 years of collaboration, the two organisations reflect on a decade of innovation, quality, and

Not-for-profit End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) Occupational Awards Limited (OAL), is the first to offer all apprentices completing their EPA with them the opportunity to have their fees for the new Post Apprenticeship Recognition Scheme (PARS) completely covered. The scheme, set up by the Association of Apprentices (AoA) and the Chartered Institution for Further Education

An Award-Winning Partnership, Born Out of Challenge In September 2022 at the beginning of the new academic year, the Department for Education (DfE) approached Occupational Awards Limited (OAL), to see if they could step in to support End-Point Assessment (EPA) for three key standards within the “Marine Sector” (Boatbuilder, Marina and Boatyard Operative and Marine

Jan Richardson-Wilde, CEO of Occupational Awards Ltd (OAL), has been named Leader – Individual of the Year at the prestigious Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB) Awards 2024. This award recognises her compassionate leadership, unwavering commitment to excellence, and significant contributions to the education and skills sector over the last year and throughout her career. Transforming

  Please be aware that when booking your spot onto one of our webinars, your confirmation email could end up in your junk/spam folder. Be on the lookout for an email from noreply@occupationalawardslimited.teams-events.com September 2026 Thursday 10th of September 15:30 – 16:30 Lean Manufacturing Operative Whether you’re an apprentice preparing for your EPA, an employer supporting

As the world’s largest food and beverage company, manufacturing and supplying a broad range of food and drink products within the UK, you would find it difficult to find someone that didn’t know of the Nestlé brand. With a vision to “Unlock the power of food to enhance the quality of life for everyone, today