I’ve just turned 20 and would like to go back into education. I have always had a flair for art (A*) GCSE, but gave it up at A Level (too interested in getting wasted and chasing boys - I know LAME!). My teachers were very upset at my decision and told me that I shouldn’t waste my talent. However, being a pig headed sixteen year old I ignored their advice. I drifted aimlessly through sixth form and ended up with three A Levels (French C, German D, RS D).
My father is willing to support me if I go back into education but I don’t know where to start. Should I do a BTEC in art and design or a Foundation Diploma? I haven’t got any art qualifications beyond GCSE. My drawing skills are a bit rusty but they’re still there. I’m so confused!
I am going to cycle from london to paris in september. I’m trying to raise £2500 for the Foundation of Conductive Education, which teaches people who have suffered injury or illness such as MS, stroke, parkinsons, head injury etc in both children and adults basic skills to aid their daily lives. Things we mostly take for granted.
The charity is 21 years old this year and is based in Birmingham.
Please visit
www.justgiving.com/
simonjesson
to sponsor me, all monies go directly to the charity, and not to me, keeping everything honest and above board.
I would really appreciate any help….i have my first target to raise £1600 before 21st June 2007.
Please help me to help people less fortunate.
PS: the cycle ride is 285miles over 4 days.
Thank you very much
I am 29, & live in Leicester, England. After passing all of my GCSE’s, completing my Art & Design GNVQ’s & passing my A-levels in Art & Design, I was accepted onto a foundation course at 19. Shortly after I found I was pregnant & gave up my dream of becoming a high school art teacher. Now though I would love to continue my dream. I live with my partner & he supports all 5 of us (we have 3 children), & I am not entitled to any benefits. Would I be able to get financial help to continue my education? Also, things have changed a lot in the past 10 years as far as what qualifications you need in this type of work, so any information would be great. Thank you. x
