Adult Learning in London: learner stories
Posted 1 day 17 hours ago by London Gov
Thousands of Londoners have already benefitted from learning. Hear some of their stories below.
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Jacy trained in Media, Film, and Theatrical Hair and Make-up at Westminster Adult Education Service. This course, alongside training in accountancy, has enabled her to become a freelance hair and make-up artist, a career which better fits around her childcare responsibilities.
Jacy's learning has unlocked opportunities working on celebrity shoots and with big brands such as House of Holland. See some examples of Jacy's work below.
"Finding this course really helped me to get back on track and regain the confidence I needed to feel competent in my job and more. It was like therapy to refine my old skills, whilst learning lots of new ones too."
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Mattia, Community VaccinatorMattia studied functional skills in English at Haringey Adult Learning Service. He was initially sceptical but soon realised how much the course was helping him improve his confidence and skills.
After completing his course, Mattia was able to secure a better-paid role as a community vaccinator, delivering COVID-19 and flu vaccines to Londoners who find it difficult to leave their homes.
"At the time I joined the English course, I was working as a waiter during the pandemic, often furloughed. Improving my confidence in communicating clearly in English helped me find a job as a vaccinator."
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Luisabel, Operations and Logistics CoordinatorBefore starting her learning journey, Luisabel had not worked for a few years while caring for her young daughter.
Initially considering university education and even securing an offer, she decided to pursue more practical, hands-on experience.
"I looked into many courses relevant to logistics, including accountancy, which involves activities like logging invoices and financial documents. The Level 1 booking and accountancy course I completed with Haringey Adult Learning definitely helped me get my current job."
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