Student Profile
VTOS Further Education and
Training Centre.
Carlow Road, Athy, Co Kildare.
I have done many courses over the years but returning to full-time education
was a major step forward for me. I was apprehensive over the fact that I was
a lot more mature, but then I realised that I could actually learn a new skill
and qualify in my chosen field of learning.
I joined the class on my first morning and everyone as just as nervous as I
was. The tutors soon put our fears to rest by explaining about each module
in detail. This dispelled all our fears and I looked forward to learning with
anticipation.
While I was apprehensive of the fact that I was over 50, everyo ne was helpful
and we learned as a group. This made everything easier to understand, as we
all had the opportunity to share our understanding and experience. It was
sometimes stressful thinking about all the work I was undertaking, but I soon
realised that I was stressing unnecessarily and that I could do this.
VTOS education is geared for people with varied skills and learning
experiences. The courses are easy to understand and the help is available
for anyone having problems. I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone
wanting to learn new skills.
ATHY
I have gained lots of new skills and expanded my social skills. I have learned
from both tutors and fellow students. We have worked in small groups and
larger classes, we work in teams and as individuals. This has greatly boosted
my self-esteem and belief that maybe when I graduate I might make a
difference.
Roseanne Doyle, Nursing Studies, VTOS Athy
SK
81