Student Stories

Student Testimonials

Real stories from SERC students about their courses, experiences and achievements.

Tanya Prokopenko

Level 2 Restart Education

“I really enjoy the welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The tutors are amazing and always ready to help. I would rate my experience as 10 out of 10.”

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Matthew Nelson

Higher Level Apprenticeship in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics

“On the HLA we have learnt about lots of different topics like computer hardware and software, computational mathematics, incident response, programming, network infrastructure, web development, cloud security and network security. ”

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Sarah Arogba

Level 3 Work Based Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care

“The assignments are all relevant to the workplace so I am keen to keep developing and gain further qualifications which will help me progress in work.”

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Thomas Kelly

Level 2 Traineeship in Professional Chef

“I have acquired so many new skills on the course, besides the cooking, you are learning about the different equipment and how to keep the kitchen in order, how to best present a meal, and all about different foods;.”

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Roland Inman

Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design and Media Practice

“This course is disciplined; you have projects to complete and deadlines to meet. We cover different media – such as photography and ceramics - and also different technical skills, relating to composition and so on.”

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Amy-Lee Graham

Level 2 Traineeship in Children's Care, Learning and Development

“I think my favourite unit we learn about in class is the play unit; we learn all about how children interact with their environment and others, as well as how they develop through play.”

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Coral Trainor

Access Level 3 Diploma in Foundation Studies

“The course was fantastic. The tutors were all very experienced, kind and supportive. They really helped build my confidence and encouraged me throughout my studies.”

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Josh Sanderson

Electrical Installation - Apprenticeship NI (Level 3)

“College is completely different from school; it is a bit more relaxed, but you are employed and working so it is important to keep on top of the learning. ”

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Taylor Thompson

Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies)

“The facilities and the classrooms are really good, so you are learning in a real-life setting.”

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