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  • The Benefits of Adult Learning

    The Benefits of Adult Learning
    Nov 22 2022
    Returning to learning as an adult can expand your horizons, help your employment prospects, boost your wellbeing and give you an enormous sense of pride and purpose.  So how do you go about it and how does the RNN Group smooth your path back into education?  In this episode, Debbie Mac speaks with course leaders, pastoral staff and adult learners to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    31 min
  • Making the Switch from School to College

    Making the Switch from School to College
    May 10 2021
    For many students, the switch from school to college is the first major change in their educational environment, and the first step into a more self-determined life.  Debbie chats with college staff and students to explore what to expect from further education and how the transition is smoother than sometimes thought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 min
  • Episode 4: Get Apprenticeship Ready

    Episode 4: Get Apprenticeship Ready
    Feb 8 2021
    Could an apprenticeship be the best learning route for you?  The RNN Group work with over 2000 apprentices and 700 employers.  In this episode Debbie discovers how modern apprenticeships work and the advantages for both the student and employer of learning on the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 min
  • Episode 3: Parent FAQ

    Episode 3: Parent FAQ
    Sep 8 2020
    Parents have many questions about the benefits of their children studying at college and in this episode, Debbie uncovers answers to the most frequently asked questions. How do these qualifications measure up? What financial help is available? How do the Colleges safeguard the welfare of students? Specialist tutors at the RNN Group answer these questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 min
  • Episode 2: Getting Ready To Join Us

    Episode 2: Getting Ready To Join Us
    Aug 25 2020
    In this episode, Debbie finds out what life is like at college and what other activities students can get involved in, from the Students’ Union to clubs and societies.  Hear from the tutors and students themselves on how to prepare for college, and what they love about the RNN Group Colleges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 min
  • Episode 1: Your Future

    Episode 1: Your Future
    Aug 7 2020
    There are around 12,000 students at the RNN Group Colleges on various programmes such as vocational courses and apprenticeships for school leavers and adults, from foundation learning to degrees and other higher education and skills courses. In this episode, Debbie explores how best to weigh up your options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 min