Jaimelee Campbell, is a care assistant at Choices Homecare from Bolton, and she has successfully completed her NVQ Level 3 qualification, aiming to expand her role in the care sector and open doors to better opportunities.

Jaimelee admits the course wasn’t easy, especially as she faced struggles with her mental health. However, she credits the support of her tutor at Rochdale Training for helping her stay on track. “My tutor was amazing,” she said. “She was so patient, encouraging me not to give up, even answering emails after hours when I was stuck.”

Now qualified, Jaimelee is excited for the future and grateful for the experience. “I can’t praise Rochdale Training enough,” she added.

If you are wondering how to enrol on our Health and Social care course and get a head start on your future like Jamielee, then go on our website at www.rochdaletraining.co.uk to find out more!

Rochdale Training is hosting this year's WorldSkills UK National Final Competition in Welding.

The UK’s top students and Apprentices will be going for gold in Greater Manchester this November after the region was chosen to host the prestigious WorldSkills UK National Finals. Venues across the region will play host to over 50 finals with 500 competitors from all over the UK competing on 18,19,20,21 November.

The competitions are a seven-month process including regional heats and intensive training before stepping up to the ultimate test of the National Finals in November. Young people are full of praise for the competitions with the vast majority (87%) of previous entrants saying taking part improved their technical skills. In addition, the average earnings of those who have participated in WorldSkills UK’s competitions are more than 60% higher than those of a comparable peer group.

We are incredibly proud to announce that three of our staff members—Sam, Lisa, and Lorna—have recently completed their Mental Health Training qualifications. This achievement marks an important milestone for our team and reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting mental health and well-being within our community.

Sam said “I’m now better equipped to provide vital mental health support to our learner. The training allows me to identify, understand, and help people facing mental health challenges, ensuring that our services are more comprehensive and compassionate.” Lisa said “Mental health is a key part of overall well-being, and by having trained staff, we are ensuring that our environment is one where individuals feel safe, supported, and understood. This achievement helps us continue fostering a culture of openness and support around mental health.”

If you are interested in a course with Rochdale, please contact recruitment@rochdaletraining.co.uk