Sarah
Sarah is an adult learner at Weston College, currently pursuing a Mental Health and Wellbeing Level 2 course. Motivated by a desire for personal and career growth, Sarah expresses gratitude for the opportunities provided by Weston College, stating, "I was motivated by the will to want to progress further not just in my career but as a person – being able to have the opportunities to do so at Weston College has benefited me greatly."
Sarah aspires to make a difference in the mental health sector of the NHS, particularly with children. She sees the course as a crucial stepping stone, providing the skills, experience, and qualifications needed to facilitate this transition. Reflecting on the financial support received, Sarah acknowledges Weston College's smooth process, which played an important role in her decision to pursue the qualification.
Describing the course as an eye-opener, Sarah values its career-focused nature. She believes the skills and knowledge gained have significantly expanded her career prospects. Weston College's support services also played a crucial role, in helping Sarah identify learning issues such as signs of dyslexia.
Sarah feels that it’s the personal support that sets the course apart from some of the online options she had considered before starting. Sarah is thankful to her lecturer for providing constructive feedback and personal assistance, which she feels made a big difference in the success she has had in her course. The facilities at Weston College, characterised by quiet learning environments and diverse classrooms, have been beneficial for Sarah too.
Highlighting the course's manageability for full-time working adults, Sarah encourages prospective learners, saying, "If you are an adult who works full time, then I would say do not worry – the course is both enjoyable and manageable."