Considering a career in Aged Care?
Meet recent graduate Irena who has graduated and already started working in a new role!
Irena has recently graduated from her Certificate IV in Leisure & Health and has shown great passion and dedication throughout her studies. We asked Irena to share a bit about her experience studying with us, check it out below.
FYI: How does it feel having finished your course?
Very good - it was a really good experience.
FYI: What made you start studying?
I had been working in the Aged Care industry for 7 years as a chef assistant. But I liked what the lifestyle team was doing, seeing all the interaction with everyone, I really liked it. So I spoke to one of the Coordinators at my job and she recommended me to call and ask about studying at FYI where she had studied, and so I did it.
FYI: What were the best parts about studying at FYI?
The first thing is the flexibility because of work it was good to study around my work days. Also my trainer Colleen was a lovely teacher and if something was hard to understand, she would always explain it to us. Everyone else in the office also including Ned & Maree were so lovely and whatever you ask for they will help you. Everything is so positive, I have nothing negative to say.
FYI: What advice do you have for other students?
I would recommend just to do it. I have done something to be proud of. I came from overseas and this is something for me that I have achieved for myself. It is a good industry to work in if you want to help and interact with people.
FYI: What are your career goals?
My goal was to start as a lifestyle assistant. But that has happened already, so I am happy.
FYI: What are you passionate about?
I love cooking and many things really. I love music, I love interacting with people I like helping others.
Irena thank you for sharing your journey and inspiring us.
