Cara Koop – Health Care Assistant – Prince George

“I heard about this program from my daughter, who was already enrolled. Being accepted into this program means the world to me. It has given me the opportunity to build a career for myself. To do what I’m passionate about. To make a difference in people’s lives. Giving them the best care they deserve.

My school experience was rewarding, yet at times very challenging and stressful. I have been out of school for 30 years. I had to get familiar with technology. I wasn’t at all comfortable working with computers. I have always had low self-esteem, constantly second guessing myself; leading to overthinking everything I do. I have become more confident person, overcoming a lot of obstacles. I have built numerous strong friendships with my classmates, mentors and instructors. They all helped me through my personal and professional struggles.

Upon successfully completing this course I will be going from working minimum wages jobs scraping by to making ends meet. I am constantly struggling to keep a roof over my girls and I head. Going forward my life will change. Not having to worry about money, health insurance and dental. I enjoy what I do in life. Outside of this program I have a love for animals and helping others. My motto has always been if everyone is good, that’s what matters. Having a better job will help me be a better parent. The opportunity to help my adult daughters and grandchildren financially. This is very important to me to be able to do this. I didn’t have that support from my parents. They struggled financially as well. We always had what we needed, nothing extra. Completing this course makes me proud of myself. I am so grateful for the opportunity you have given me. One of the greatest accomplishments of my life. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.”