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Student Soundbites

Animal Management

Demi Slater
Name:

Demi Slater, 19

Course:

Animal Management Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma

Previous school: Leyton 6th Form College
Soundbite:

I am thoroughly enjoying my course so far. There is a perfect mix of practical and theory plus I get to work with a diverse range of animals like snakes, birds of prey and reindeer.

Next step: Degree or full-time work with animals.
Ultimate ambition: To work with pygmy hippos in Africa.

Arboriculture



Sam Chamberlain
Name: Sam Chamberlain, 19
Course: Arboriculture Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma
Previous school: Reeds
Soundbite: The tutors on the course are great and there is a good balance of practical and theory work. There's always help in lessons if you need it and they are very thorough.
Next step: To get a job in the industry and travel.
Ultimate ambition: To own my own tree surgery business.

Equine

Jessica Ball
Name: Jessica Ball, 17
Course:

Equine Management Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma

Previous school: Millais
Soundbite: My teachers are very positive and always encouraging. The environment is friendly and everyone is helpful.
Next step: Equine Management HND at the College.
Ultimate ambition: To work in equine event management and organisation.

Floristry 

Helen Bourne
Name:

Helen Bourne, 20

Course:

Floristry Diploma Level 3

Soundbite:

I have really enjoyed this course and learnt many interesting skills to broaden my floristry knowledge.

Next step:

Full time employment.

Ultimate ambition: To own my own floristry business.

Public Services

Ryan Higson
Name:

Ryan Higson, 17

Course:

Public Services Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma

Previous school: Ash Manor
Soundbite:

The course provides a wide range of opportunities for a future in the public uniformed services.

Next step:

Apply to join the Police.

Ultimate ambition: To become a Police Officer.

Sport

Shannon Greenway
Name:

Shannon Greenway, 16

Course:

Sport Level 3 BTEC Diploma - Merrist Wood Female College Academy in Association with Chelsea FC Foundation

Previous school: Kirkley High
Soundbite:

Merrist Wood is a really friendly College with a good atmosphere and tutors are really helpful in supporting us with our work. The training pitches are great, we are very lucky to have access to them.

Next step: A PE Teaching Degree at University either here or in America.
Ultimate ambition:

To get a full scholarship to America and then become a PE teacher.


Sports Turf

Tom Cook
Name:

Tom Cook, 18

Course:

Sports Turf Intermediate Apprenticeship

Previous school: All Hallows
Soundbite:

This is a great learning environment with lots of friendly faces. I have learnt loads and made a lot of new friends. 

Next step: Sports Turf Advanced Apprenticeship
Ultimate ambition: To become a Head Groundsman

Wildlife and Conservation

Alexander Reed
Name:

Alexander Reed, 20

Course:

Wildlife and Conservation Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma

Previous school: Winston Churchill
Soundbite:

I have learnt so much in my first year and the course has really opened a lot of doors for me. The facilities and tutors are amazing but my favourite part of Merrist Wood is the estate, which is a perfect learning zone.

Next step: Employment in the countryside industry.
Ultimate ambition: To become a ranger with the Surrey Wildlife Trust or National Trust.