TWO Romford students have clinched top awards after taking part in a year-long programme of professional development.
Ayesha McMahon and Charlotte Philpot were selected for Outstanding Achievement prizes in Havering College of Further and Higher Education's partnership with employment consultancy Our Talented Future – a scheme to offer future entrepreneurs the opportunity to develop their skills by working with professional mentors.
Ayesha, 20 from Rush Green, has just completed a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business while Charlotte, 18, is on the Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Fashion course.
Their gongs recognise their commitment to the award process, their continual professional focus and proactive approach to working with the Our Talented Future team.
Ayesha said: "This scheme is so beneficial and I highly recommend it to students.
"Our Talented Future identifies your skills and aspirations to find you a suitable mentor, improve your CV and potential job opportunities."
Charlotte, who lives in South Ockendon, said: "The Our Talented Future Employability Award has been a huge support through my last year of college, helping me and giving me great advice and opportunities for future life."
Adam Watling, co-founder of Our Talented Future, said: "We have been extremely proud of the Havering College students we have worked with over the last academic year.
"The Employability Award has allowed us to embed a process which not only develops students' confidence and professional skills, but also provides a platform for our recruitment partners to engage with outstanding FE talent.
"We look forward to delivering the award in 2013/14 and working closely with Havering College to tackle the ongoing issue of youth unemployment by delivering further professional training and careers opportunities."
Havering College of Further and Higher Education is enrolling now for all courses starting in September.
There are courses for everyone from beginners to degree level, full-time, part-time and short evening courses.
For more information call the Havering College Threshold Services team on 01708 462801, e-mail information@havering-college.ac.uk or visit www.ourtalentedfuture.co.uk
