Learner Case Studies

• The two Aiden’s of Bedford!

  “I wish I’d learnt about Apprenticeships sooner, I’d recommend it to anyone!” – Aiden Gregory IT Level 3 Apprentice When deciding on his future career, Aiden thought that university was the only option. He had always enjoyed ICT at school and so believed that his future was destined to be in IT. During his time…
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• “How my Apprenticeship has made a difference” – Lauren Seal – Level 3 IT Apprentice

  As an art and design enthusiast, Lauren believed her future would be art related. Never did she imagine that she would be working as an IT Apprentice. Through speaking with the team at Watford and explaining her passion for art, they managed to find her a role that both encompassed art and design while at…
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• ‘So glad to have been an Apprentice with 3aaa’ – James Prendergast – Level 3 IT Apprentice

  With such a passion for computing, there was no question for James Prendergast that a career in IT was his future ambition. From his first interview with Luke Culling, Chelmsford’s Apprentice Intake, it was apparent that his drive and enthusiasm was going to make him an excellent candidate. Luke had nothing but good words to…
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• Izaak Crook – Level 3 Digital Marketing –Nottingham Academy – ‘Turning my passion into a real career’

  When Izaak Crook left school and started to think about his options for the further, his mind was very clear – he wanted to turn his passion for Marketing and IT into a thriving career and he wasted no time in doing this. Izaak was adamant that he wanted to earn while he learnt real…
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• ‘My vision is now a reality’ – Lewis Whittick– Level 3 IT Apprentice

  Ever dreamed of starting your very own career venture? Lewis Whittick, a Level 3 IT Apprentice from Chelmsford, has done just that and made his ambition clear from the outset. His flair for design and his entrepreneurial drive has led to him launching his own design and photography venture, Arte Magazine. Lewis, who is 19…
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• ‘The help you need to kickstart your career’ – Tom Suttill – Level 3 Digital Marketing Apprentice

  ‘The help you need to kickstart your career’ – Tom Suttill – Level 3 Digital Marketing Apprentice Do you need help to give you the confidence to kick-start a career in an ever evolving sector? Tom Suttill, a Level 3 Digital Marketing Apprentice from Leeds gained valuable advice and has now turned his passion into…
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• Thomas Rixon – Level 3 IT Apprentice – Oxford Academy

  Not sure that University is right for you? Thomas Rixon, a Level 3 IT Apprentice from Oxford started his Apprenticeship after looking at alternative ways to pursue a career within IT. After meeting the team at the 3aaa Oxford Academy and discussing his options, Thomas never looked back… “When I started at 3aaa and Olamalu, I…
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• ‘Going the extra mile’ – Connor O’Driscoll – Level 3 IT Apprentice – Birmingham Academy

  Carly Pollard, Apprentice Intake Executive at the 3aaa Birmingham Academy: Connor O’Driscoll is one of our newly employed Apprentices at the 3aaa Birmingham Academy. However, his story is not your average applicant to Apprentice journey! Through a partnership I set up at a Sandwell Connexions careers fair in West Bromwich Town Hall at the start…
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• ‘The boost of confidence that I needed’ – Kieron Blackmore – Level 3 IT Apprentice – Cambridge Academy

  “Since starting with 3aaa, I’ve found with the help of the team I’ve had a massive confidence boost which was a large barrier for me to overcome. On the whole I’ve found everyday life much more positive. I feel I have been given something to aim for and achieve rather than just taking each day as…
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• Never, Say Never

  Lateral thinking, perseverance, dedication and never say never attitude – are all the skills needed by successful sales people today. A truly, inspirational story to us all from Andy Green, RE Derby: “One of our applicants who has been part of the Academy since the summer on his social media training finally saw his hard…
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• Stephen Wray – Level 3 Social Media Apprentice – Leicester Academy

  Looking to start an exciting career in an ever evolving sector? Stephen Wray, a Level 3 Social Media Apprentice from Leicester turned his passion for Social Media into a real life career and in doing so helped transform the Digital Marketing Strategy of his Employer. Stephen has settled quickly with his current Employer, the Leicester…
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• Inspirational 3aaa Apprentice Lucy Norton wins Prestigious National Award

  An Apprentice from the 3aaa Academy in Birmingham recently won a competition to develop her IT skills and enhance her Apprenticeship journey. Lucy Norton, a Level 3 IT Apprentice from the West Midlands entered and won the TCS Appathon Challenge with the dart game app that she had designed specifically for the competition as part…
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• ‘Helping young people reach their goals’ – Matthew England, Level 3 IT Apprentice

  As we set off on our exciting career journeys, it is natural that there will a range of different challenges for us to overcome along the way. Matt England, a Level 3 Apprentice from Oxford started his Apprenticeship with 3aaa with a great passion and interest for IT along with exciting plans and ambitions for…
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• ‘Earn while you Learn’ – Chris Hicklin – Level 3 IT Apprentice

  Still haven’t decided what to do after School/College? Not sure that University is right for you? As Chris Hicklin found out, 3aaa can offer you the support and guidance as you explore an alternative route into the career of your choice. Chris Hicklin, a Level 3 IT Apprentice from Tamworth contacted 3aaa after he did…
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• ‘Progress further with 3aaa’ – Ben Harvey – Level 4 IT Apprentice

  Finished your Level 3 IT Apprenticeship? Looking to continue your Apprenticeship journey and progress your career in IT? Ben Harvey, a Level 4 IT Apprentice from the Derby Academy did just that. Ben completed his Level 3 IT Apprenticeship at our Nottingham Academy in November 2013 and in December 2013 he progressed with the Derby…
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• ‘3aaa – Helping young people realise their potential’ – Christian Van Den Berg – Level 3 IT Apprentice

  Confused about what career path you want to take? In need of guidance and direction to help you realise your potential? You are not alone. Christian Van Den Berg, now a Level 3 IT Apprentice at the 3aaa Milton Keynes Academy suffered from a very common fear within young people today; he knew his interests…
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• ‘Overcoming barriers to fulfil your dreams’ – Emily Sian Donoghue – Level 3 IT Apprentice

  Many young people in our society have problems such as lack of confidence, immaturity and lack of motivation as they embark on their career journey. Emily Sian Donoghue, an IT Apprentice from the Derby Academy had a completely different set of barriers to overcome as she started the career of her dreams with an IT…
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• ‘Bucking the trend – the journey of a female apprentice’ – Lois Brown – Level 3 Accountancy Apprentice

  Like many young people today, Lois Brown found herself struggling with confidence and immaturity as she embarked on a vital stage of her journey. The young female Apprentice from the West Midlands made the decision to join the Accountancy Apprenticeship at the 3aaa Academy in Birmingham after finding it hard to overcome these important issues…
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• ‘Do not underestimate the Apprenticeship experience’ – Hayley Newcombe – Level 3 IT Apprentice

  An up and coming Apprentice from the Midlands has urged other young people to follow her lead and to make the most of the life changing opportunity that an Apprenticeship offers. Hayley Newcombe from the 3aaa Academy in Birmingham started an IT Apprenticeship earlier this year after attending university for three months and decided that…
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• ‘Providing inspiration and support to kick start your dream career’ – Liam Humphries – Level 3 Social Media and Digital Marketing Apprentice

  A talented young Apprentice from the West Midlands has spoken about how 3aaa inspired him and helped to kick start his dream career in a time of major uncertainty and concern in his career. It is a worrying time for many young people when they leave school as they are often unsure of the options…
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