Choose a name to view their story.

• William Stewart
  William was the Overall Essential Skills Awards Winner in 2009. William has managed to get through life by hiding his lack of good reading and writing skills. However last year he decided to address the problem and signed up to an Essential Skills course
• Jim Connolly
  Jim is employed as a manager in Moy Park with many years of work experience. However in this fast changing world of technology Jim realised he lacked the necessary ICT and communication skills to carry out his job effectively
• Bridin Holland
  Bridin commenced her Essential skills training in 2007 as she wanted to be able to help her children with their homework.

Improving your skills can open many new doors and generally boost your confidence. If you have a story to tell and want to share it with other potential learners, please contact Essential Skills Branch in the Department for Employment and Learning on 028 9025 7434.

With your agreement, we will publicise your story to encourage others to follow your example.