Marc Burton is a Kirklees College apprentice who is evidence of the fact that it’s never too late to stop learning.
Having enrolled as an Engineering apprentice in September 2023, Marc has thrived not only at college but also with his employer, Batorer, a precision engineering company based in Cleckheaton.
Marc spoke passionately about his journey to this stage, saying: “There was a huge change in my own personal circumstances that made me want to do this.
“I’d previously been a salesman by trade but wanted to do something different with my life.”
Marc added: “I have learnt so much since I started the course. For example, I hadn’t studied Maths since I was at school. My tutor helped me massively with this.”
Advice for those who want to follow in Marc’s footsteps
When asked to offer advice to adults who are thinking of retraining and returning to education, he replied: “I think it’s massively important to never stop learning and get re-educated. Having now been through the process myself, I am now living proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks.”
“If you’re stuck in a rut or you don’t love what you’re doing, there is always an opportunity to retrain into something that you’re more passionate about.”
He also commented on life at the college: “I get on really well with the staff and students. The younger students on the course have helped me with some of the digital/computing elements.”
“The free toast is great as well!”
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