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Using Unique Learner Numbers in the Online Data Collection System (OLDC)
The Data Service would like to remind all providers in England of the time delay between issuance of a Unique Learner Number by the Learning Records Service and when it can be inputted into the Online Data Collections System.
The Online Data Collections System (OLDC) validates ULNs once a day, hence the one working day time delay.
We have had cases where providers are trying to use their ULNs on the date of issue resulting in it not being accepted by the Online Data Collections System (OLDC). All providers in England will need to ensure that they are generating ULNs at least 2-3 days in advance of the date when they plan to submit their ILR returns.
Key points for all providers in England to bear in mind are:
· To generate ULNs well in advance of a collection close date and not the day before a collection closes
· There is a one working day timelag between issue of a ULN and when it can be used in OLDC
· To submit ILR returns well in advance of the closing date, so that you have sufficient time to resolve any data or admin issues.
If you have any queries please contact the Data Service's dedicated Service Desk
T: 0870 2670001
E: servicedesk@thedataservice.org.uk
