Ariana’s business journey
Ariana’s journey at Capel Manor College began with a desire to build a new future in the UK. After moving from Greece, she started with an employability course, which soon set her on the path to mastering website design at Levels 1 and 2.
“I discovered Capel Manor College through Google and my local job centre. I initially enrolled on the Certificate in Employability Skills (Level 1) course to reskill after my move to the UK. It was during this course that my tutor, Nico Smit, mentioned the website design courses, and I was instantly hooked.”
Ariana was drawn to the College for its outstanding reputation: “Capel Manor College is one of the best institutions out there, known for its high standards and quality training. I started with the Award in Website Design (Level 1), and before I knew it, I was progressing to Level 2. In total, I spent about three months at the College, and it was an incredibly rewarding experience.
As a full-time mum before joining the College, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to study, and at first, I was nervous. But by the end, I absolutely loved it. Learning new skills and gaining confidence opened up so many possibilities for me. The course not only taught me how to create and build websites, but also gave me the confidence to consider new career opportunities.
I enjoyed every aspect of the course – especially learning how to create a website from scratch, a skill I can use for my own business. Capel Manor College truly stands out, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking to learn and grow. Not only did I leave with practical website design skills, but I also gained self-belief and a new sense of purpose.
At the moment, I’m working on putting my new skills into practice, working towards securing my first group of clients while balancing my role as a full-time mum. I’m excited for what the future holds. This journey has given me the chance to reinvent myself, all while doing something I love from the comfort of my home.
My experience at the College has helped me to get to where I am today. This was an amazing opportunity and I’ve learnt so much. Nico was one of the best teachers I could have ever asked for. He always encouraged me, saying, ‘You can do it. Stay positive, work hard, and you’ll keep getting better.’ Those words have stayed with me. I am so grateful for my time at Capel Manor College – it changes my life, and I’ll keep on sharing my story to inspire others to take that first step with Capel Manor College. It’s worth it.”
