NSAN Shortlisted for Two Prestigious Awards at FAB Qualifications and Assessment Excellence Awards 2025

Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in UK Education and Skills

NSAN (National Skills Academy for Nuclear) is delighted to announce that our EPAO team have been shortlisted in two categories at the highly regarded Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB) Qualifications and Assessment Excellence Awards 2025. This recognition highlights NSAN’s exceptional commitment to advancing education and skills in the UK’s nuclear sector.

Now in its 10th year, the FAB Qualifications and Assessment Excellence Awards honour the outstanding achievements of UK awarding and assessment organisations.

NSAN is proud to be a finalist in the following categories:

• End Point Assessment Organisation of the Year (SME)
• Team of the Year

Rob Nitsch, FAB CEO, remarked,

“This year we’ve received a record number of entries, but even more encouragingly, entries of huge quality. This reflects the incredible talent, commitment, innovation and togetherness that characterises our industry. The Awards continue to be a tribute to the remarkable efforts of individuals and teams who are shaping the future of qualifications through high standards, inclusive practice, forward-thinking approaches and adaptability. These are all qualities that are needed in abundance as we respond to changing requirements – earning a place as a finalist is a significant achievement in itself, and I warmly congratulate all those shortlisted.”

Tricia Austin, Managing Director of NSAN, remarked,

“Having our EPAO team recognised by FAB in not just one, but two significant categories this year speaks volumes about the dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit of our entire team. Our mission has always been to set the standard for excellence in nuclear education and assessment, and being shortlisted affirms the positive impact our work is having across the sector. I am immensely proud of everyone at NSAN and extend my congratulations to all the other finalists.”

Being shortlisted in two categories is a testament to NSAN’s ongoing dedication to excellence, innovation, and collaboration within the education and assessment sector. NSAN wishes to congratulate all other finalists and looks forward to celebrating the achievements of all involved at the awards ceremony in November.