Missed our recent article on our collaboration with NOCN Group to launch new Level 2 AI Awareness qualifications?
They have been designed to help learners confidently navigate AI in everyday and professional contexts, exploring its uses, risks and wider impact.
Find out more here: buff.ly/7lGU826
AI is changing how we live and work. Building AI literacy has never been more important. That’s why we are proud to collaborate with NOCN Group to launch new Level 2 AI Awareness qualifications, designed to help learners understand AI, explore its real-world applications. Read more: buff.ly/7lGU826
Ever wondered what our most popular Diplomas are?
Our 2024–25 data is in!
These subjects continue to attract strong interest from adult learners, reflecting both career ambitions and progression opportunities into higher education and employment.
We are a signatory of FutureDotNow's Workforce Digital Skills Charter, joining efforts to address the UK's digital skills gap. By signing, we will ensure our Access to HE Diplomas continue to evolve - equipping learners with the digital skills they need. Find out more here: futuredotnow.uk/charter/
We asked our team to share some of their favourite books for #WorldBookDay, and here are a few of the reads they recommend. Also we love a puzzle book!
What book would you add to the list? Let us know in the comments ⬇️
#WBD26
It’s #CollegesWeek2026 & we’re celebrating the power of adult learning.
Each year, thousands of adults use the Access to HE Diploma to progress to university & new careers. We assure high-quality qualifications that open doors - helping build a skilled workforce communities need.
#LoveOurColleges
Really proud that @cambridgeava.bsky.social has officially become a signatory of the Future Dot Now Digital Skills Charter! As an organisation we are keen to support this essential work to close the digital skills gap in the UK workforce. futuredotnow.uk/charter/
Wishing you a restful festive break and a very Happy New Year ✨
We’re proud to celebrate the incredible learners and tutors recognised in this year’s CAVA Awards. Their resilience, determination and passion for learning show how Access to HE can change lives.
Congratulations to all our winners, runners-up and nominees! 👏
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We’re thrilled to have Dr. Madiha Khan from Educate Ventures Research at our conference! With a PhD in self-regulated learning, Madiha works closely with policy makers, HE bodies, schools and EdTech firms in developing ethical and purposeful approaches towards AI.
For more info: admin@cava.ac.uk
We’re excited to welcome Beej Kaczmarczyk at this year’s conference. He is well-known in the education sector for his skills as a consultant and trainer, and as an expert in education policy, management, teaching and learning, funding and finance.
For more info: admin@cava.ac.uk
This week we visited @crc-college.bsky.social to speak with their Access to HE students and hear the stories behind choosing this course.
Every student had a unique journey, shaped by different experiences. Despite this, they had the shared determination create new opportunities at university.
We’re proud to have been part of Get The Nation Learning Week led by the @learnworkuk.bsky.social
This week demonstrated us just how transformative education can be - for individuals, communities, and society.
Read more about our reflections here: cambridgeava.blogspot.com/2025/11/when...
We’re excited to welcome Byron Love at this year’s conference, where he will share practical insights on Transforming Digital Pedagogy for Adult Learning. As an Access to HE History Lecturer, he is passionate about the use of technology within educational practices.
For more info: admin@cava.ac.uk
It's #GetTheNationLearning Week!
We’re delighted to support the Get the Nation Learning campaign led by @learnworkuk.bsky.social.
When adults learn, our society and economy thrive.
Get involved: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
We partner with 32 providers nationwide to deliver Access to HE Diplomas.
Every collaboration helps ensure adult learners have a high-quality route into higher education - no matter their background or starting point.
If you’re passionate about supporting adult learners, we’d love to connect.
5 December 2025 – Our annual members’ conference is back!
Theme: Access to HE in a Changing World: AI, Innovation & Opportunity
Inspiring speakers + interactive sessions - full line-up announced soon.
For more info email: admin@cava.ac.uk
#HigherEducation #AI #AccessToHE
Not enough people know Access to Higher Education (HE) courses exist.
They’re for adults who want a new path to university - building confidence and proving it’s never too late.
More people should know. Help us spread the word 👉 www.cava.ac.uk/pass-the-mark
We have signed the Get the Nation Learning Charter! 🙌
This campaign from the @learnworkuk.bsky.social is built on one belief: when adults learn, society and the economy thrive.
At CAVA, we’re proud to play our part, helping adults access higher education through Access to HE Diplomas.
Our Provider Briefing is back!
Tuesday 24 Sept | 9am
Catch up on:
👉 CAVA updates
👉Access to HE Diploma news
👉 Key info for the year ahead
Email us at quality@cava.ac.uk to register.
Don’t miss it!
Today we’re celebrating everyone receiving A Level results. 🎓
There’s no single path to university or a new career - whether it’s A Levels, Access to HE, BTECs or beyond, every route is valid.
Wishing all learners the very best in their next steps. 💫
Congratulations to West Suffolk College - now one of the UK’s first Construction Technical Excellence Colleges 🎉 We supported approval for their Access to HE Diploma (Construction & Built Environment) which launches in September. A great example of aligning education with industry needs. 👏
Travel essentials:
✅ Passport
✅ Boarding pass
✅ Pass the Mark bookmark
Access to HE can take you places – literally and figuratively.
We love seeing where the campaign is showing up! Leave a bookmark behind and let someone else discover the possibilities.
Want to know more? bit.ly/3Gp192j
A small mark. A big future.
Our printed Pass the Mark bookmarks are now out in the world – helping more people discover Access to HE.
Keep an eye out… and pass it on! buff.ly/4GiJ7sz
We loved talking about Pass the Mark on Cambridge Radio! 🎙️
Raising awareness of Access to HE Diplomas is what it’s all about - every conversation helps more adults discover this life-changing route back into education.
👉 Catch the interview here: cambridge105.co.uk/breakfast-26...
#PassTheMark
One week on – have you got your Pass the Mark bookmark yet?
These small marks are helping spread the word about Access to HE across the country.
Seen one? Let us know! #PassTheMark
When it comes to Access to HE, students say it best.
There’s power in Access to HE - let’s make sure more people know about it.
Find out more here: bit.ly/3Gp192j
Access to HE is all we do - and we think that matters. We’re a small team, but we work closely with providers to make things better for learners.
We keep it simple.
We care about quality.
We don’t do hidden fees.
If you’re wondering what makes us different - this is it. Interested? buff.ly/4GiJ7sz
🎉 Today’s the day!
We’re celebrating every Access to HE student getting their results and everyone who’s helped them along the way.
Access changes lives. It’s proof that it’s never too late to follow your dreams.
Congratulations to all - you inspire us.
We’re proud to launch Pass the Mark – a new campaign to raise awareness of Access to HE Diplomas.
These one-year courses help adults progress to university or a new career – but too many people don’t know they exist.
Share our digital bookmark and help spread the word ➡️ bit.ly/3Gp192j
