Accreditations & Affiliations

ASIC

Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges & Universities

ASIC is an independent, government approved accreditation body specialising in the accreditation of schools, colleges, universities, training organisations and online and distance education providers, both in the UK and overseas.

Step in Education is approved Accreditation College of Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges & Universities.

In addition, ASIC is a member or affiliate of the following organizations:

  • Recognised by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) in the UK for the Short-term study visa
  • Gained ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Certification
  • Member of the CHEA International Quality Group in the USA
  • Member of the British Quality Foundation
  • Affiliate Member of ENQA, European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education
  • Member of GUIDE Association, Global Universities in Distance Education
  • Member of UN Academy Impact group
  • Member of The Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA)

OTHM Awarding Body

OTHM is a UK based Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) and recognised by Qualifications Wales. It has a network of delivery centres around the world which includes the Step In Education to deliver their qualifications. Click here to know about OTHM Qualifications.

OTHM is also a full member of Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB), the trade association for vocational awarding bodies in the UK which represents the interests of over 110 awarding bodies by liaising with key stakeholders, including the regulators, government departments and funding agencies.

OTHM has established strong academic relationships in the UK and overseas to ensure that OTHM qualifications are globally accepted by all academic institutions. We provide numerous OTHM Qualification courses at Step In Education, at all levels.

The local and international recognition has enabled OTHM graduates to enhance their employability skills as well as allowing them to join degree and/or Master top-up programmes.

Go to University Progressions for Step in Education OTHM Diploma progression route.

esb logoEnglish Speaking Board (ESB)

The English Speaking Board (ESB) is a leading, Ofqual-recognized awarding body that specializes in the assessment and certification of English language proficiency and communication skills. With a rich history spanning over 60 years, ESB is renowned for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments that cater to the diverse needs of learners worldwide. As an Ofqual-regulated organization, ESB adheres to the highest standards of quality assurance and is dedicated to ensuring that its qualifications are fair, reliable, and relevant to the needs of both learners and employers.

Step In Education is recognise  ESB centre in London. We teach internationaly recognised, Ofqual regulated ESOL international qualifications from A1-C2  level, mapped to the Common European Framwork.

oet logo

The Occupational English Test (OET) is an English language proficiency exam designed specifically for healthcare professionals. It assesses language skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking, with content tailored to various healthcare professions. OET is widely recognized by regulatory bodies, hospitals, and employers in English-speaking countries.

Step In Education is the official teaching partner of OET and prepare health care professional for the examinations.

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