Studied: Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science Progression: Optometry degree at Aston University Anyone with weak eyesight knows how good it feels to put new glasses on. Watching people of all ages experience these emotions, inspired Fiza Ahmed to support …
Paige Smith is the ultimate high flier who has never been afraid to do things out of the ordinary. It is why she is a successful professional dancer and teacher, who loves every aspect of her career. As a teenager, …
After achieving a D* D*D* in her health and social care level 3 course, Romi gained a place to study paediatric nursing at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge. “I was in college when the time came to start applying for …
Police officer, dog handler and carpenter were just some of the jobs that Jordan Butler thought about doing. However, he discovered his real career passion after studying Level 2 and 3 professional cookery at Walsall College. And his skills have …
Completing an apprenticeship through Walsall College has opened many doors for Jack Ponsonby. When the 17-year-old finished his apprenticeship at Birmingham City Council last year, he applied for a promotion role at the council’s Children’s Services department. He was successful, …
Walsall College student Chloe Williams is kick-starting an exciting career in national football, as she is now playing for Wales in the women’s under 19s. The 18-year-old, who is studying for a Level 2 Diploma in Sports Coaching, was encouraged …
Natasha Steane Level 3 Hospitality “I was aware of Walsall College’s outstanding reputation, but when I enrolled on the course I was amazed by the catering facilities here and how passionate and knowledgeable the staff are about the industry.” It …
Walsall College Construction student, Jason Skitt has been named as Dunlop’s Multi-Skill Champion 2017 after triumphing in a number of construction tests. The Dunlop Multi-Skill Champion Competition is the only one of its kind in the UK to recognise students …
Paul Highway Level 2, 3 and 4 Automotive “Since starting the course I’ve had a lot of good opportunities come my way from gaining experience at a couple of local garages and being offered a part on Car SOS helping …
“Studying at Walsall College definitely gave me a head-start in my career. Learning the basics of the industry from such enthusiastic and experienced staff on a vocational course was so much more beneficial than the A-levels that I had previously …