Congratulations to Christopher Ademola, who has won the AoC Apprentice of the Year award. The annual Association of Colleges’ Student of the Year awards celebrate students who stand out from the crowd, have gone above and beyond, whether in college or their local community.

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Christopher quickly caught the attention of his managers, earning recognition for his exceptional work quality and his adeptness at listening and learning. Working with diverse service users with unique needs, Christopher demonstrated ingenuity in engaging with them, making a genuine impact on their lives.

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Despite facing challenges in his personal journey, including relocating from Nigeria and caring for his younger brother, Christopher has channelled his determination into caring for others. His passion is evident in all his endeavours, and he consistently excels in his professional development at work and academic pursuits. Embracing a love for learning, he actively seeks feedback to enhance his knowledge, understanding, and experience, ensuring the delivery of top-notch care. Christopher not only excels in his role but also serves as an inspiration to others through his outstanding contributions as an apprentice.

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Allan Milne, the Director of Apprenticeships and Employer Engagement at the College, said: “We are super proud of this achievement. Christopher is an absolutely amazing individual, who will have a long and successful career in the care sector.”

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Corrienne Peasgood, President of the Association of Colleges, added: “Each year the level of applications is extremely high, and it goes to show the fantastic work that students are doing in colleges as well as the lengths colleges go to support their students. Well done Christopher on winning you should be extremely proud.”

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If you’re interested in following in Christopher’s footsteps and would like to find out more about Apprenticeships at Salford City College, please call our Apprentice Recruitment Team on 0161 631 5555 or email apprenticeships@salfrodcc.ac.uk.