Education is the promise

George
‘I found it a struggle to get out of labouring work.’
George left school early and worked as a labourer for many years.
Despite his limited education, George loved books and was a voracious reader. Reading exposed him to new information and ways of doing things – but he knew his future was bleak without structured education.
‘Life experience is a great asset but to progress in society, education is the promise for the future.’
George’s first foray into formal learning came after a serious car accident left his son severely disabled. George was very involved with his care but wanted do more to help his son and others like him. He decided to complete studies in disability.
Despite being 80, George is still working in disability and continuing his education. Mansfield Adult Continuing Education (MACE) – a Learn Local provider – is supporting him to achieve his learning goals.
‘My latest experience has been the course in Vocational Training and Assessment at MACE. This has been positive and rewarding. For those with aspirations, places like MACE can become the answer.’
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Paying off big time
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A leader in the making
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Taking that next step
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Opening new doors
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21st century learning
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New town, new start
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From daunted to dedicated
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Taking pride in his work
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A brighter future
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Young mum finds purpose
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Computer skills for life
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At work you need digital skills
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Learning and making friends
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I just fit in here
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Time for a career shift
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An opportunity for a new career
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I wasn’t super confident
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Helping more at home
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Planning an event
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Learning to be yourself
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From the factory floor
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Finding the right help
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Caring for older people
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Building new skills
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Finding fringe benefits
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Working with children
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Turning your life around
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It’s never too late
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Learning new skills
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Something for yourself
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Learning with friends
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More than gardening
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Re-igniting old ambitions
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Life changing moments
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From sewing to surfing
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Learning in a different way
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Adjusting to change
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Building confidence
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Staying up to date …
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VCAL for young mums
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Education is the promise
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Going somewhere
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An incredible journey
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A different pathway
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From there to here
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Time for reinvention
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Later life learning
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Bridges to learning
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Overcoming barriers