Jennifer Thurston

Courses Taken:
Access to Higher Education
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School:
Heysham High School (Now Bay Leadership Academy)
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Years Studied:
2015 - 2016
Profession:
Residential Childcare Trainer
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Since leaving LMC in 2016 I have gone on to complete my BA hons in Children, Schools & Families at The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN). Alongside my degree I also worked in a private residential childrens home as a Senior Care Officer.


What have you done since leaving Lancaster & Morecambe College?
Since leaving LMC in 2016 I have gone on to complete my BA hons in Children, Schools & Families at The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN). Alongside my degree I also worked in a private residential childrens home as a Senior Care Officer.

What were the best bits of your course?
The Access course was challenging, creative & interesting, all of my tutors were so passionate about their subjects which provided an excellent level of teaching.

Why did you choose your course?
I chose this course at LMC because it was recommended to me by my friends and family who knew what I was aiming for in terms of my career.

What would you say to someone who was thinking about doing the course?
Go for it. Adult learning is liberating. Returning to education has been the best decision i've made.

Anything else you would like to tell us?
It is so refreshing to be taught with such passion and to br valued as an individual. The Access course taught me that we all can learn from everyone from all backgrounds and that is truly inspiring.