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CAVA designs and validates Access to Higher Education Diplomas, offering adults a pathway to university. We aim to help adults achieve their aspirations through education. https://linktr.ee/Cambridge_AVA

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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

05.03.2026 11:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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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

02.03.2026 10:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Workforce Digital Skills Charter The Workforce Digital Skills Charter is a shared statement of ambition – a rallying cry for concerted and focused action to close the essential digital skills gap in the UK workforce.

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/

04.02.2026 09:27 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Wishing you a restful festive break and a very Happy New Year ✨

23.12.2025 14:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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CAVA reveals 2024-25 Award winners, celebrating exceptional learners and the first Inspirational Tutor Award Celebrate the winners of the 2024–25 CAVA Awards, recognising outstanding Access to HE learners and the first-ever Inspirational Tutor Award.

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! 👏

www.linkedin.com/pulse/cava-r...

09.12.2025 12:16 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

28.11.2025 12:19 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

28.11.2025 12:16 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

14.11.2025 12:34 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1
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When adults learn, everyone benefits: CAVA celebrates Get The Nation Learning Week As Get The Nation Learning Week draws to a close, this week reminded us just how transformative education can be - for individuals, communit...

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...

07.11.2025 16:04 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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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

06.11.2025 12:15 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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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...

03.11.2025 14:23 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

24.10.2025 11:48 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

01.10.2025 12:15 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

18.09.2025 15:49 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

05.09.2025 14:45 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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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!

29.08.2025 10:24 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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. 💫

14.08.2025 12:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

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. 👏

13.08.2025 12:15 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

08.08.2025 14:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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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

01.08.2025 14:15 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Cambridge Access Validating Agency delivering further education diplomas One of our neighbours on the Gwydir Enterprise Centre is the Cambridge Access Validating Agency (CAVA). They’re an awarding body for Access to HE Diplomas delivered at further education colleges ac…

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

30.07.2025 15:24 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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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

28.07.2025 11:02 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

25.07.2025 13:22 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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

23.07.2025 12:02 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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🎉 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.

22.07.2025 15:26 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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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

21.07.2025 11:04 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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The mark you make is just the beginning.

Watch this space.

#comingsoon

18.07.2025 14:08 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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📣 Attention current members!

New to Access to HE? Join our online event on September 2nd at 9am. It's tailored for both new and seasoned staff to discover insights into CAVA, essential resources, and what the upcoming year holds.

Register at quality@cava.ac.uk.

16.07.2025 12:03 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Keep an eye out for something small… that carries a big message.

#comingsoon

14.07.2025 13:05 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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Access to HE changes lives - but don’t just take our word for it.

Hear from students who’ve turned their Access to HE journey into university places, new careers, and new beginnings.

Explore our student stories ➡️ www.cava.ac.uk/student-info...

04.07.2025 13:46 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0