Learner and centre stories

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We were born in 1848 from the belief that no learner should be left behind and today we’re taking up that cause with fresh energy.

In this area, you can hear directly from our learners and centres to discover more about the impact our qualifications are having on their lives.

Stories from our learners

Learner stories: "My overall goal is to become a pilot"

Brooke Webster, a learner at Craven College, shares how studying the Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism (Aviation) is helping her to follow in her dad’s footsteps and become a pilot.

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Learner stories: "Studying mental health resonated with me personally"

We hear from Stephanie Dawson of Riverside College - Widnes & Runcorn about her experience of progressing from Level 1 to 3 in her studies, her passion for helping others, and her desire to gain a degree.

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Learner stories: “I have never had an apprentice who is so dedicated”

We spoke to Aspiration Award finalist and adult learner, Sinead Hall, to find out more about her experience of completing her Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship with Best Practice Network.

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Learner stories: "I want to be the best I can be in this sector"

We speak with Jenni Davidson, who is currently on a 16-19 study programme at Ullswater Community College, to find out more about her career aspirations to become a Norland Nanny.

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Learner stories: "Thank you, NCFE, for igniting my love of coaching"

Susannah Chambers, an Agile Coach Lead at an international fintech organisation, has progressed through her career by building on the foundations laid by studying two NCFE qualifications in coaching.

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Learner stories: “I'd like to be an air traffic controller – that's my main goal”

We speak with Megan Dutton, a 17-year-old learner at Craven College, about her career aspirations to become an air traffic controller after studying our Level 3 Travel and Tourism with Aviation qualification.

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Learner stories: "Experience those first steps into healthcare"

We speak with second year Health T Level student Anna Ceesay to learn how her T Level experience has been and discuss her plans to work in paediatric nursing.

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Learner stories: "One of the best decisions of my life"

Ellie Scadden, who is currently studying for an Education and Early Years T Level, shares how the knowledge and experience she's gained have helped her get into university.

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Learner stories: "My main achievement has been getting into university"

We catch up with Abigail Tighe, one of the first students in England to undertake a T Level, to learn how the course prepared her for study at the University of Worcester.

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Learner stories: "Doing something that I'm really passionate about"

Learn how Juwairia Junaid, Learner of the Year at NCFE's Aspiration Awards 2022, is overcoming obstacles and using her Level 2 to reach her career aspirations.

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Learner stories: "A perfect opportunity to get a career in sport"

We catch up with young darts champion and Chesterfield College learner Henry Coates to hear how his Level 3 Extended Diploma is setting him up for a future career within sports.

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Learner stories: "I enjoy just being me and being able to dance"

We speak to Oliver Poulter, Against All Odds winner at NCFE’s Aspiration Awards in 2022, to hear more about his career aspirations within the performing arts sector.