Health & Social Care Childcare & Education Professional Services About us Get in touch About Paragon Skills When learners succeed, employers’ benefit. We provide apprenticeship training at a national level developing the workforce of the future. We are a highly motivated and energetic team, committed to making sure that we have the right learner on the right course and work hard to ensure quality training with high learner pass rates. We are passionate about providing opportunities for you to achieve and succeed in the career of your choice. So if you prefer practical experiences to classroom and textbook learning, Would appreciate being able to practice, use and develop your skills in a workplace setting whilst working as part of a team. Then an choosing the Apprenticeship pathway could be for you? Factors to consider: Level – You want the Apprenticeship to be rewarding and challenging, but not so hard that you want to give up. Make sure you pick an Apprenticeship that teaches you new skills. Sectors – Based on you interests and skills, narrow down your options. Our focus on delivering quality apprenticeships that are relevant to our employer partners speaks for itself in our outstanding results and feedback... 71.4% success rates (compared to an industry average of 51.8%) 9.1 out of 10 learners would recommend us to a friend or family member 8.8 out of 10 employers would recommend us (compared to an industry average of 5.8 out of 10)
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My tutor Laura Barlow, has been absolutely amazing over the last year she has helped me so much made me so much more confident about my work and my confidence in speaking has improved so much and all that is down to her she is amazing I wouldn’t have gotten through the last year without her help so thank you x
My Tutor, Kirsty Welding made the difference. I thought l won't catch up . Her patience and encouragement helped me to dream again, believing that l can make it as l dreamt at first.She is fabulous in her approach. Against all odds, I finally made it. I remain thankful for the support.
I have had such a great overall experience with paragon skills. From beginning to end. Could not fault them at all. But especially my tutor Catherine Fee. She was absolutely amazing and understanding throughout my apprenticeship. I have grown a whole new confidence within my job role with the knowledge and skills I have learnt by completing my Level 2 qualification in Adult Care Work. I would definitely recommend Paragon Skills and Catherine Fee. Thank you both so much for the time and support to help me achieve my goals⭐️
I started the course and due to issues at work fell behind. I didn't know if I could continue and find the time to catch up but my tutor Kirsty Welding encouraged me, helped me to plan, found a way that helped me to complete my work better and was really positive with me although I was behind. I wouldn't of finished it without her encouragement, communication and kindness. The learning portal is easy to use and accessible on phone or laptop making it easy to access. Tutors are accessible and very knowledgeable to help you. Altogether a very positive experience and I would recommend.
Achieved double distinction on my Adult Social Care lvl 2. Charlotte Ross has been of tremendous help during all the apprenticeship process, friendly yet very professional. She made all the accomodations necessary for me to be able to appropriately communicate with her (I have a significant hearing impairement) and showed great flexibility for our meetings' and reviews' times and dates. She provided strong support, highlighting points which needed additional work while providing insightful knowledge of how to accompany apprentices during their learning.
Just completed my level 3 nvq with paragon courtesy of my tutor Zoe Swinburn, her communication and the effort she put into her work is incredible. I’m grateful to have learnt from her.
I was ready to give up half way through my health and social care, as I had fallen quite behind. My tutor Joanne Heritage refused to give up on me. She had full faith in me, and believed I would complete the course. She supported and motivated every step of the way. A massive shout out to Jo because with out you I wouldn't have been able to not only pass but walk away with a Double Distinction.
My tutor Sharon made this such an 'enjoyable' experience. I enjoyed completing the course knowing she was 100% behind me. Always on hand if I wasn't sure of anything. I feel we knew each other on a more personal level after 18 months of studying!
I have felt very well supported by my personal tutor Sophie Hampshire throughout my entire apprenticeship. She has always made it clear to me that she is there if I needed any support with my work and always thoroughly explained every activity to me.
I’ve just completed my nvq level 2, my tutor Catherine fee has been so supportive and encouraging, really grateful for everything she’s done. Helped me with my confidence and wouldn’t have achieved my grade without her support.
I have had an amazing experience completing my Level 3 with Paragon Skills and Sophie! I can 100% say that Sophie understands me and how I work best! When I have struggled with anything no matter how minor she has ensured to help me and go over the issue multiple times to ensure I understand! Sophie has always believed in me and made me aware of how well I was doing with my work on Bud and she always complimented my work during the practical assessments when she came out to observe me. I cannot thank Sophie enough for everything she has done for me! You can 100% tell how happy she is for her students when they achieve! Meg Tighe xx
A big massive huge thank you to Laura she helped n pushed me to do my best and never once had any doubt she was so supportive and helpful friendly from the first day we met she's very professional and I can honestly say that without the support of Laura I don't think I'd of found the confidence to complete this nvq qualification..... thank-you and thank-you for always believing in me even when I doubted myself .... for ever great full....Joanne xx
Laura was my tutor for my NVQ level 5 and was amazing. She supported me throughout and I couldn't be more grateful. Thank you so much.
I had a wonderful experience learning with this company. I was assigned a fantastic tutor who was helpful and supportive throughout, and she was always available when I needed her. I was able to fit my studies around my existing employment and family commitments with relative ease. My competence observations were analysed following visits for self reflection purposes, and there was lots of constructive feedback on all my assignments. Refreshingly approachable, friendly and informative at every turn. Passed with a distinction thanks to all the advice and encouragement provided.
My experience with Paragon Skills has been brilliant! I have been working on my level 4 -children’s, young people’s and families practitioner for the past 2 years under the guidance of my tutor - Julie Parham. Jules has been incredible with helping me to stay on track and supporting me through out my course and thanks to all of this I have been able to pass this course with a distinction grade. Thanks Jules for all your help over the years, couldn’t have done it without you! Hopefully I’ll see you to start my level 5 soon.
From start time finish my tutor was there to help and support me throughout. Always at the end of a phone with even silly little things. Couldn't recommend enough she has been amazing through and through and got me my level 3 😁
Excellent training provider. My tutor Laura Barlow has been absolutely fantastic throughout, in keeping me focused, on task and offering support were identified. Laura has gone above and beyond were helping me achieve my Level 5 Leadership in Adult Care, and further helping me to attain an overall distinction. I couldn't be more thankful to Laura, who made herself available around the clock, not just to me, but for all of her learners, and most especially for her patience throughout. I know I've been a rollercoaster of a learner Laura, but thank you!
Excellent training provider. Zoe and Owen have been fantastic at finding exactly what the preschool needs are and how to incorporate these into their curriculum. Zoe has guided and taught our apprentices who have become confident early years practitioners. I will be using them again for my training needs.
My tutor and Paragon Skills experience My experience with paragon skills has been amazing from my enrolment to completion. Heather Horrocks has been so supportive with my Business Administration level 3 apprenticeship, nothing was too much trouble, Heather supported me every step of the way. Heather was always there when I need support via email and face to face meetings, she planned additional meetings to support me through my EPA.I would highly recommend Heather as a personal tutor and Paragon for anyone who wants to complete their apprenticeship. The support from Heather has given me the confidence to enrol on to my Paralegal course and start my journey to becoming a qualified solicitor. Thank you Heather…I couldn’t have done it without you.
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Dec 19,2023My tutor has been incredible! We didn't start my paragon journey together but I was quickly scooped up and adopted by he. Sharon's tutoring and mentoring matching my learning style perfectly and even when I was faced with tough times she was there to get me back on track resulting in a DISTINCTION .. A grade I could only wish of achieving. Now I'm on the learning train I'm keen to see what else Paragon can offer. Thank you! I'm now qualified!