Learning through work pays dividends
A Northumbria University student has won the regional Learndirect Learning through Work Award. |
Laura Douglas, 30, of Blyth, works as a police sergeant but is also
studying for a BA (Hons) Public Service Management within the School of
Arts & Socials Sciences.
Laura, who is based in North Shields, is studying by distance learning and
is set to graduate this December. She said: “The Degree has definitely
helped me in my current role. I now have a better understanding of politics
and, in turn, a wider knowledge of the public sector in which I work. I’ve
been able to transfer my new skills into my workplace and I’ve definitely
grown in confidence.’’
Laura’s award recognises those individuals who have used Learning through
Work to develop themselves and the business they work for. On receiving the
award Laura said, “It’s all about getting the best out of yourself. Public
services are all moving on, and I wanted to know about the policy changes.
My course has definitely helped in my job.”
The Learndirect Achievement Awards celebrate learners and businesses who
are going that extra mile to learn new skills and improve their
qualifications.
Laura will now go through to the national award ceremony in London on 19 October.
The School of Arts & Social Sciences offer a number of part-time and distance learning programmes, which can benefit individuals working within an business or organisation. Many students enrolling on these programmes are doing so to broaden their own professional development.
If, like Laura, you are interested in studying a part-time or distance learning programme and would like to find out more information please contact the School of Arts and Social Sciences direct on +44 (0)191 227 3206.
Date posted: October 6, 2009
