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at Paragon Skills

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Healthcare

Theale, Berkshire

Review Submitted: March 2021

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role is to help eldery people and to make a difference in their life. On a daily basis i support people who need additional help to live independently in their own home. I assist them with personal care, administering of medication, ensuring they are eating and drinking adequately.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy it, my trainer is very professional and supportive.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I learnt to put others' needs above my own, it doesn't come naturally to me. I learnt also to be more reliable and to be able to work unsusual hours or to change my schedule to suit the needs of my clients.
I developed my communication skills and my willingness to listen, my ability to organise, plan and multi-process.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programe is very well structured and organised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer is very supportive, i get guidance all the time with my problems. The general attitude is proactive and ready to help.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My trainer is fabulous. I receive a lot of support and she is available for whenever i need it. She shares with me her passion and determination to celebrate this apprenticeship.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification really helps me to perform better in my role working as a carer.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
No

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Paragon Skills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because ParagonSkills has a highly qualified and experienced trainers and there are many of available programmes.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Paragon Skills?
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