With the goal to retrain to become an adult nurse, Annabel decided that it was now or never. Why did you decide to study this particular course? ‘’I had some time off work raising my two small children who are now aged 5 and 7. I worked for several years prior to this as a…
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How you can nail your professional CV
Writing a CV can seem a bit scary and daunting, especially if there’s a big job that you’re going for or you’ve decided to change your career direction, for example. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for the perfect CV, but it should be clear, concise, and tailored to the role that you’re applying for. TIP…
Wellness tips for exam season
Reward yourselfOnce you have finished your revision for the day, make sure that you reward yourself for your hard work. You could have a soak in the bath, go for a long walk, or go out and grab some food, for example. Anything that makes you feel refreshed! Get movingPhysical activity will increase your brain’s…
Stress Awareness Month: How to Manage Stress
April not only marks National Stress Awareness Month, but it also marks the time in the year where students begin to knuckle down and revise for their summer exams (coincidence?!). But there are some things we can do to combat stress whether it be education related or personal – one of key things being learning…
The Perfect Mini Pancakes Recipe
From the Brasserie The best day of the year is finally here – Pancake Day! Whether you layer yours in Nutella and banana, or prefer a simple combination of lemon and sugar, maybe it’s time to mix things up this year (get it?). As much as we love traditional pancakes, we asked The Brasserie about…
‘I wasn’t ready to start my career yet – I wanted to learn more’
For many, the lockdown period during the pandemic provided an opportunity for people to indulge in their passions or to pick up a new interest – which was just the case for 19-year-old Olivia. Spending all her time cooking for her family during this period, they encouraged her to continue this as a career, and…
How to Perfect Your Apprenticeship Application
You’ve decided you want to become an apprentice. You’ve got all the information and know what industry you want to get into. Now you’ve actually got to find, apply for, and secure your perfect apprenticeship. Whether you’ve found an apprenticeship through our apprenticeship vacancies or by other means, the application process for an apprenticeship is very similar…
‘You’re never too old to learn!’
Being unable to work because of Covid-19, Emma decided that it was time to change up her career path. From working as a beauty and aesthetics practitioner to now training to become a nurse on our Access to Healthcare course, read on to find out about Emma’s journey and why retraining at the age of…
Hybrid learning: what is it and what are the benefits?
The pandemic has seen many people finding themselves facing the possibility of re-training for a new career. However, living in a digital society means that as a college, we are well-equipped to pivot around this. Milton Keynes College is proud to provide some great options for adult learners who are looking to start a new…
Top Tips to Smash Your College Interview
Once you’ve completed that all important application, the next thing you’ve got to tick off your check list is the interview. You don’t need to wear a suit and tie, and you don’t need to be nervous beforehand! We asked some of our tutors and course team leaders what they look for in candidates for…
