Sukhdeep Kaur is turning her passion for helping others into a career. “I love helping people in our community,” she says. The supported living coordinator guides people to achieve independence and quality of life.
She graduates in March with the NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Care and Support) (Level 4). “I gained so much knowledge from this course which will help in my healthcare future. The teacher was so supportive and always ready to help.”
India-born Sukhdeep moved in 2022 to New Zealand where she studied business management and retail. She worked as an operational manager and an office administrator before changing career in 2019 to become a support worker.
In 2020, she studied health and wellbeing online but found it difficult “as there was not much support.” She turned to Future Skills Academy the following year after a friend’s glowing recommendation. “I love the learning environment,” Sukhdeep says.
Now with the study bug, she plans to enrol in more healthcare programmes after graduation. “I want to grow my career.”
“Without my tutor, I couldn't have thought of higher studies."
“Perfecting the art of welding has been one of my main goals.”
“I am so proud and captivated because I got a good job.”
“Within two and a half years, I've been able to completely change industry role.”
“The course I am studying at Future Skills Academy has opened other avenues for me."
"Being able to study in a comfortable setting with others was a wonderful experience."
"I enjoyed studying with others who were in the same roles and sharing my knowledge with them."
"It’s good to finally have a recognised qualification."
"Royal Oak campus is a very lovely place, making me feel right at home."
"I had to turn things around by giving back to the community."
"I enjoyed meeting new people who were in the same boat as me."
