Graduating from Future Skills Academy is paying dividends for Binu Gopinath. The Homecare Support Worker has seen his pay rate soar to $27 an hour after completing the NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Care and Support) (Level 4). “All the eight courses were very informative,” he says. “I would like to extend my sincere thanks to my tutor Sadia Farzana. Without her, I couldn't have thought of my higher studies.”
And the academic journey does not stop there. Binu,44, has his sights set on the Master of Nursing Science, a two-year full-time programme. After completing this, he can apply for registration as a Registered Nurse.
Born in India, Binu moved to New Zealand in 2015. A science graduate, he started working for Geneva Healthcare as a Homecare Support Worker the same year. “I qualified my Level 2 (Health and Wellbeing) with Geneva in 2017 but due to a busy work schedule, I wasn’t able to complete the Level 3.”
The Manurewa resident turned to Future Skills Academy due to its proximity to home, and to upskill. “I was able to develop my leadership skills, upgrade my knowledge about different medical conditions, and most importantly the recording and reporting of changes about the client to the supervisor.” After earning his Level 4 qualification, Binu reaped the rewards of a pay rise.
“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."
"The teacher was so supportive and always ready to help."
"I enjoyed meeting new people who were in the same boat as me."
