CMI Partner Awards
Celebrating the achievements of CMI partners and learners
What are the Partner Awards?
We are constantly astounded by our partners' ingenuity and dedication to their learners’ development and employability.
We want our partners to share and celebrate their fantastic achievements. There are many reasons to enter the CMI Partner Awards, not least the award itself!

Benchmarking
Prove that you are the best in the industry - benchmark yourself and beat your competitors

Motivation & Reward
Celebrate your team’s behind your success. Showcase your business and promote your team

Attract the best talent
Winning an award will help with recruitment and retention

Increase your credibility
Whilst also endorsing your company’s brand, proving you, your team and your company stand out from the crowd
- Nominations opens 10th Jan 2023
- Nominations close 1st June 2023
- Shortlist announced July 2023
- Winner announced Autumn 2023
Partner Award Categories
Find out more about our Partner Award categories and how to apply.

Outstanding Student of the Year
The Outstanding Student of the Year Award is given to a student who has demonstrated positive impact on their professional development.

Outstanding Apprentice of the Year
The Outstanding Apprentice of the Year Award acknowledges the outstanding achievements of an apprentice making a difference for themselves, their organisation and the community around them.

Outstanding Training Provider of the Year
This Award recognises one of our non-HE provider partners for exceptional impact on learner experience, professional or personal development.

Outstanding HE Partner of the Year
The Outstanding HE Partner of the Year is awarded to one of our HE partners for outstanding impact on student experience, development and employability.
Top Tips for an Award-Winning Entry
Hear from our 2022 Training Provider of the Year winner
We recently sat down with our Training Provider of the Year 2022 winner, Bridgend College, to hear about their experience applying and advice to create an award-winning application.
In this video, you'll learn valuable insights into what it takes to win a prestigious award. From practical application tips to inspiration for crafting a compelling story, this video is a must-watch for anyone considering applying.