Success Stories

Be inspired and encouraged through real life stories from our amazing students. Each one is a living testimony of what can be achieved when hard work is combined with the right training provider who delivers support and advice where it's needed most.

Laura Barrett – Shining Star Practitioner Award Winner

Laura Barrett has been recognised as the Shining Star Practitioner of the Year 2025, a well-deserved accolade that highlights her innovation, dedication, and impact as a Health and Social Care Assessor at PRP Training.

Afith Jose – Shining Star Apprentice Award Runner-Up

Afith Jose’s apprenticeship journey is a remarkable story of determination, resilience, and professional growth - and a lesson on overcoming whatever hurdles may be in front of you.

Gemma Griffiths

Gemma Griffiths has been celebrated as a finalist in the Shining Star Practitioner Award category, a recognition of her positive impact on learners within childcare, playwork, and supporting teaching and learning.

Jason Lodwick – Higher Apprenticeship Learner of the Year Runner-Up

As a Senior Support Worker & Team Leader at Ty Pin Coed, Jason has balanced personal responsibilities with professional development, completing his Level 4 Professional Practice in Health & Social Care with us.

Kelsey Newton – JGW+ Engagement Learner of the Year Runner-Up

At just 17 years old, Kelsey Newton has already shown remarkable resilience and growth through the Jobs Growth Wales+ Engagement programme and flourished despite various barriers.

Kevin Davies – Foundation Apprenticeship Learner of the Year Runner-Up

Having joined PRP Training later in his career, Kevin Davies’s journey through his Health and Social Care Level 2 apprenticeship is proof that learning and professional growth can thrive at any stage of life.

David Wilkinson

David Wilkinson completed 70% of his Learning and Development qualification ahead of schedule, applying new skills to boost team confidence, performance, and engagement. Now driving a culture of continuous learning across his team

a proven track record of success

96% of learners would recommend us to their friends †

85 JGW+ learners have achieved their learning plan aims*

49 went into higher learning/education*

36 secured employment*

†Taken from Learner Voice Surveys collected since 2023. Total of 105 Surveys.
* since August 2022