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Helayna studied Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with us at Kendal College.

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There are so many different courses and I am sure that there will be something you definitely will want to study. It is an opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and make new friends.

Why did you choose to study Motor Vehicle with us at Kendal College?

I have always been interested in cars and a group of students from my school came to the college on a taster day. They told me how brilliant it was. I also looked at the photographs of the motor vehicle workshop on the college website, it looked really good. I looked at other Colleges in the area, but the staff I spoke to were really unhelpful when I asked about the course and bus routes. Kendal staff were really helpful and encouraging.

What was the teaching style like on your course?

My tutor was ace and really friendly. We had a mixture of both theory and practical sessions. He related car problems, which need to be solved to real-life situations. I learnt things without even realising it, because his teaching style was very relaxed and he made it fun. We worked on ‘live’ jobs in the workshop, solving car problems for both staff and students.

Was College like you had expected. If not, why?

It was really scary to start with because I was the only girl on the course and I was quite shy. However, the induction week organised by the staff was brilliant and the activities they arranged enabled the whole group to bond. I made some really good friends as the course progressed and had such a lot of fun.

What opportunities has College offered you as a student?

My course included a work placement, which was really beneficial. Some students were offered employment as a direct result of this experience. We also went on trips, for example go-karting at Christmas and to a massive car show in Birmingham.

What have you been up to since finishing your studies at College?

My tutor helped me to look for an apprenticeship.

Would you recommend studying at Kendal College (and why)?

Definitely, it is so much better than school. I have learnt more than I expected and I have met so many different people.

If you could give one piece of advice to people considering College, what would it be?

There are so many different courses and I am sure that there will be something you definitely will want to study. It is an opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and make new friends.