Thinking of studying the Certificate IV in Leisure & Health? Hear from recent graduate student Irena

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.

How does it feel having finished your course?

“Very good -  it was a really good experience.”

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.”

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.”

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.”

Career Goals

“My goal was to start as a lifestyle assistant. But that has happened already, so I am happy.”

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.

If you are thinking about a career in Aged Care & considering Leisure & Health, learn more about our open courses. 

Irena, student FYI Education & Training