Learner case study: Asiyah-La'Shae Hall
Sixth form is not the only option – and it’s never too late to change paths!
Asiyah-La'Shae Hall is a Business Administration Apprentice with Nottingham City Homes. Here she explains how, throughout her apprenticeship, she has managed her mental health struggles alongside her learning. Her ongoing commitment has led to the recent news that she has passed her End Point Assessment with Distinction.
“My apprenticeship journey began three years ago, at the age of 18. It wasn’t the easiest of starts for me. I had joined sixth form the year before but quickly realised it wasn’t for me. If I’m honest, it was a choice I made purely because I thought it was what was expected of me, and not what was right for me. Being so unhappy in this new academic environment had a real impact on my mental health so I decided to leave.
My anxiety was a real issue for me over the next twelve months but then my dad saw an apprenticeship advertised at Nottingham City Homes. I was soon to know that embarking on my apprenticeship meant being surrounded by very real support. For me, that came both from my colleagues at Nottingham City Homes (especially those within the Employability team), and from my trainer assessor at Access Training, Lindsay Bell.
I may have been anxious and struggling to find my place at work, but I always felt comfortable and supported when speaking with Lindsay. Lindsay was encouraging and understanding throughout which really helped me get to the finish line and complete my Level 2 Business Administration qualification, even though, at times, I doubted myself. There was one particular occasion I remember when I felt completely out of my comfort zone and quite upset. I rang Lindsay for her advice, and she told me to set aside what I was doing, and make a cup of tea or get some fresh air instead. It was a really good technique for me to get the perspective I needed.
Lindsay remained my learner assessor when I moved from a Level 2 to Level 3 apprenticeship. That continuity of support throughout my learning has really helped. Lindsay understands my way of working and has always seen the potential of what I can achieve. Over the past three years, she’s not only seen me gain qualifications but has watched me grow and gain confidence within myself and my ability in the workplace.
My Business Administration Apprenticeship has given me the opportunity to work on so many interesting projects, and I like to think I’m making a real difference to the local community. I’m now 21 and have since completed my Level 3 apprenticeship. I’m delighted to say that I have now passed my End Point Assessment with Distinction.
Everyone has a different path in life, and I’m so pleased I realised in time that sixth form wasn’t for me. I’m proud to have excelled in the workplace in a way I really don’t think would have been possible for me in an academic environment.”
“My apprenticeship journey began three years ago, at the age of 18. It wasn’t the easiest of starts for me. I had joined sixth form the year before but quickly realised it wasn’t for me. If I’m honest, it was a choice I made purely because I thought it was what was expected of me, and not what was right for me. Being so unhappy in this new academic environment had a real impact on my mental health so I decided to leave.
My anxiety was a real issue for me over the next twelve months but then my dad saw an apprenticeship advertised at Nottingham City Homes. I was soon to know that embarking on my apprenticeship meant being surrounded by very real support. For me, that came both from my colleagues at Nottingham City Homes (especially those within the Employability team), and from my trainer assessor at Access Training, Lindsay Bell.
I may have been anxious and struggling to find my place at work, but I always felt comfortable and supported when speaking with Lindsay. Lindsay was encouraging and understanding throughout which really helped me get to the finish line and complete my Level 2 Business Administration qualification, even though, at times, I doubted myself. There was one particular occasion I remember when I felt completely out of my comfort zone and quite upset. I rang Lindsay for her advice, and she told me to set aside what I was doing, and make a cup of tea or get some fresh air instead. It was a really good technique for me to get the perspective I needed.
Lindsay remained my learner assessor when I moved from a Level 2 to Level 3 apprenticeship. That continuity of support throughout my learning has really helped. Lindsay understands my way of working and has always seen the potential of what I can achieve. Over the past three years, she’s not only seen me gain qualifications but has watched me grow and gain confidence within myself and my ability in the workplace.
My Business Administration Apprenticeship has given me the opportunity to work on so many interesting projects, and I like to think I’m making a real difference to the local community. I’m now 21 and have since completed my Level 3 apprenticeship. I’m delighted to say that I have now passed my End Point Assessment with Distinction.
Everyone has a different path in life, and I’m so pleased I realised in time that sixth form wasn’t for me. I’m proud to have excelled in the workplace in a way I really don’t think would have been possible for me in an academic environment.”
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