OCN is an educational charity and awarding body that advances education by developing qualifications for adults and young people throughout Northern Ireland.
In this year’s Awards, SERC has finalists in four award categories.
In the Traineeship/Apprenticeship Learner of the Year category:
- Level 2 Traineeship in Information Technology student Aaron Connor (17) from Bangor
- Level 2 Traineeship in Information Technology student Kenzie Stevenson (18) from Donaghadee
- Level 2 Traineeship in Professional Chef student Dean Mackintosh (23) from Bangor
In the FE Learner of the Year category:
- OCN NI Level 4 Award in Social Media and Digital Marketing student Ewa Gillan (23) from Belfast
In the Inspiring Tutor / Teacher of the Year category:
- SERC Lead Business Skills Manager Stephen McGreevy
In the Advancing Learning Through Innovation category:
- Be Your Own Boss Course
- Newcastle Families Learning Together Hub
- Culinary Arts School Thrive Programme
The Award finals will take place on 23 June in the Titanic Suite, Belfast.
Apply now for courses commencing September 2026. Real Learning for Real Life #BetterOffAtSERC.
