Our Cyber Security student success stories

Reason for enrolling

Having relocated from India to Australia six years ago in pursuit of better prospects, Mitesh embarked on a journey of self-improvement and exploration. Starting with a Diploma in Electronics Engineering, he transitioned through various roles, ranging from cleaning to retail, consistently seeking avenues for advancement. When he first contacted Senior Career Consultant Darcia Bennet, he was working as a full-time chef while concurrently pursuing a Diploma in Hospitality and was also in his first semester of a Diploma in Information Technology. Mitesh soon realised this was not enough training to get him into specific area of IT. Mitesh had seen the huge demand in cyber and decided to sign up to the CEH Collection and make a start.

StudentCare^TM

Mitesh was balancing full time work while studying his certificates out of hours, He started working with Student Care, Bryce Hodge right away. Bryce offered unwavering support and encouragement throughout his learning journey, He was always there to address his questions and provide support through this transformational process. Any problem Mitesh had, Bryce had a solution. 

Career Services

After completing CompTIA A+, Mitesh wanted to begin searching for a role. Rachel, from Career Services became his consultant and point of contact. Throughout the process of tailoring his CV for the IT sector, optimising his LinkedIn profile, and navigating the job market successfully. Mitesh put a lot of time and effort into Networking on LinkedIn before he attended a job interview at Datacom for an IT Support role. Mitesh was offered the role soon after!

The Results

• CompTIA A+
  Obtained a role in IT Support Datacom

Mitesh says:

“Bryce is very helpful and supportive during my learning journey. I just need to tell him like I have a problem with this task and he just comes up with a solution.  

This all happened because of Rachel, she gave me the right guidance for the interview preparation as well as how to create proper resume.

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

 

Reason for enrolling

Jordan inquired with the Learning People in March 2023 as he sought a career change. Working as a Window Technician had become stressful and risky, prompting his desire to transition industries and pursue IT certifications. Samuel, his Senior Career Consultant, contacted him, explaining the certifications necessary for entry into the Cyber Security industry and securing an entry-level position. Samuel recommended the CEH collection to Jordan, so he could develop professionally in this industry and obtain job security. 

StudentCare^TM

Upon enrolment, Jordan began working with Bryce, his Student Care Consultant. Bryce taught him how to navigate the platform and addressed any inquiries related to his certifications. Maintaining constant communication, Bryce provided the necessary support for Jordan's learning process. After a couple of months, Jordan successfully completed his first exam, thanks to Bryce's assistance and Jordan's perseverance, obtaining his CompTIA Network+ certification.

Career Services

Jordan was promptly contacted by Flo, his Career Services Consultant, who explained the different services and addressed any doubts he had about the Cyber Security job market. Opting to prioritise his studies initially, Jordan focused on completing his certifications before engaging in the Career Services process. Flo ensured regular monthly check-ins to provide assistance as required. After obtaining his first certification, Jordan initiated the Career Services process. Flo assisted him in tailoring his CV and LinkedIn profile to make them marketable and highlight his skills. She also provided guidance on job applications on LinkedIn and connecting with recruiters from various companies in the IT industry. After a month of networking and consistent job searching, Jordan landed his first interview. Flo prepared and coached him for the interview, offering suggestions and tips for a successful recruitment process. Consequently, Jordan secured a job as a Service Desk Analyst.

The Results

• CompTIA Network+
  Obtained a role as a Service Desk Analyst at Fisher & Paykel Appliances.

Jordan says:

“Florencia has been amazing help, was always very quick to respond and had great insight! After gaining some qualifications she was so helpful in landing a great job. Thank you!”. 

Reason for enrolling

Vivian reached out to the Learning People in July 2023, seeking a career change from his background as a veterinarian. He wanted to move into the IT industry. His inherent interest in technology, coupled with a passion for helping people and understanding computer systems, fuelled his decision. Contacting Tim, his Senior Career Consultant, Vivian explored his career options. Following a thorough analysis of his profile and skills, Tim recommended enrolling in the CEH Collection. This pathway promised job stability, an opportunity to go deeper into technology, and professional development in this dynamic industry.

StudentCare^TM

Upon enrolment, Vivian immediately began working with Amy, his Student Care Consultant. Amy guided him through the e-learning platform, offering tips to expedite his certification completion. Over the next months, Amy maintained constant communication, regularly evaluating Vivian's learning progress. Through Vivian's hard work and Amy's unwavering support, he successfully passed his exams after four months, obtaining his CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and CySA+ certifications without a hitch.

Career Services

Vivian was soon contacted by Flo, his Career Services Consultant, who explained the services offered in this area. During their conversation, Flo addressed Vivian's queries regarding the Cyber Security market, roles, and career pathways. Subsequently, Vivian embarked on the Career Services process. Flo assisted him in crafting a CV that showcased his technical knowledge and Cyber Security skills, despite his diverse background. Additionally, she ensured Vivian had a robust LinkedIn profile and imparted networking techniques to connect with recruiters and apply for suitable roles. Throughout this period, Vivian remained dedicated to studying and job searching consistently. As a result of his efforts, he secured his first interview after a couple of months. Flo diligently prepared Vivian for the interview, coaching him and practicing common recruitment questions pertinent to roles within the cybersecurity industry. Vivian landed a job as a SOC Analyst.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
  Obtained a role as a SOC Analyst at The Missing Link. 

Vivian says:

“Massive shout out to Amy and Flo – they’re the best!
I joined the Learning People in mid-late 2023 to transition into the tech industry and they have been very helpful from day 0 - helping me make an informed decision, organising the exams and guiding me through appropriate LinkedIn usage and interview prep. I decided to go with The Learning People so that I can leave the peripheral stuff with them and just focus on studying, which I believe was definitely beneficial and recommend to anyone getting overwhelmed by the number of courses and opinions out there!
I now am employed in a cybersecurity company at an entry level role 6 months on from joining the Learning People and having completed A+, Network+, Security+ and CySA+. So despite all the hard work, including the 2-3 months of soul grinding mass job applications, their 97% employment rate is clearly significant and I am happy with the overall outcome!”.  

Reason for enrolling

Yatin inquired with the Learning People in May 2023, expressing his interest in changing careers to be part of an industry that could provide him job security and the option to work remotely. Wanting to transition from the physically demanding building industry, he sought greater financial stability. Hellen, his Senior Career Consultant, contacted him and deeply understood Yatin’s profile and motivations. Consequently, she suggested studying Cybersecurity certifications, specifically the CEH collection.

StudentCare^TM

Yatin was immediately contacted by Gwyneth, his StudentCare™ Consultant, to help him learn how to use the platform correctly. During this time, Gwyneth ensured direct communication with Yatin, providing high-level support, and assisting with his learning process. Gwyneth consistently tracked Yatin’s study journey and made sure to address all his questions. After a few months, thanks to Gwyneth's dedication and Yatin’s perseverance, he successfully passed his first exam.

Career Services

Upon enrolment, Yatin was contacted by his Career Services Consultant, Flo, who clearly explained the phases and support they provided. Yatin decided to start working with Career Services immediately to understand the cybersecurity industry and explore the opportunities. Flo helped Yatin create a marketable CV and LinkedIn profile for the cybersecurity market. She also taught Yatin how to connect and communicate with the correct recruiters and companies, enabling him to start applying for jobs and accessing more opportunities. During this process, Flo ensured consistent and persistent job search efforts by offering suggestions and tips. After a couple of months, Yatin secured a temporary role as a Field Engineer to put on practice his skills and technical knowledge learned in the certifications. Later, he decided to change jobs, he asked for Flo’s help, and with her assistance, Yatin landed a role as an IT Support Administrator.

The Results

• CompTIA A+, Network+
• Obtained a role as an IT Support Administrator at Te Puawaitanga ki Otautahi Trust

Yatin says:

“I have always wanted a change of career but not sure on the best course to do, until I landed on Learning People's website and spoke to Hellen who gave me a superb advice. Now I am enrolled with Learning People and really appreciate a splendid job she did. Their tutorials are self paced and with a very flexible payment plan. Career Consultant was amazing Florencia Pacheo, She helped me from day one to get me employed. I would not hesitate to recommend Learning People to anyone else because of the job well done.”

Reason for enrolling

Matias moved to New Zealand 5 years ago and had been working in a number of different Customer Services and Trade positions before enquiring with Learning People to discuss completing some international certifications within IT so he could start his career within this industry. After discussing his options with his Senior Careers Consultant Adam, Matias enrolled into the Certified Ethical Hacker course collection and soon begun his journey to get certified and find a Cyber Security position. 

StudentCare^TM

StudentCare™ contacted Matias within the first few days of his enrolment to congratulate him on enrolling and to ensure he was comfortable using Percipio, aware of the different features, support options and different resources to assist with his study journey. StudentCare™ were available for any questions Matias had around the examination process and any general support related questions. Matias and StudentCare™ kept in touch regularly via email communication. 

Career Services

Mikayla from the Career Services team phoned Matias within the first week of his enrolment to introduce herself and thoroughly explain the 3-phase process of Career Services and see when he would like to begin receiving support on his CV and LinkedIn profile to start off with. Matias decided he wanted to wait a few months, or until he completed and obtained his CompTIA A+ certification before starting this process. Mikayla phoned back after a few months and went through reviewing Matias’s CV, Cover Letter, LinkedIn profile and provided tips and advice on how to grow his network and presence on LinkedIn. Mikayla was in touch with Matias on a frequent basis to provide further assistance on his applications, personalising his CV and Cover Letter for each position and providing advice on screening calls and interviews throughout his job search. 

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA PenTest+
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Security Analyst at Kordia

Matias says:

“When I first enrolled, I was scared, not sure where to start or if this was the right path and the right certifications. I decided to enrol for few reasons, I read the feedback from other students, did my research about CompTIA etc. Learning people staff explained the overall process and I was provided with a really good payment plan so I could afford it month by month. Mikayla from the Career Services team was very patient throughout the job search process even when I was under pressure. Mikayla provided a lot of assistance with reviewing and making changes to my CV, LinkedIn profile page and helping me to create a strong network on LinkedIn and personalise each application I wanted to submit. Thank you again.”

Reason for enrolling

Odeza had been working as a Healthcare Assistant since moving to New Zealand 10 years ago. Odeza was completing shift work within this role and was eager to find something else to allow her a healthy work/life balance due to having a family at home. Odeza had completed a Diploma in Technical Support however, lacked the practical skill and was interested in enrolling with Learning People to complete the right international certifications to be able to move into the IT industry. 

StudentCare^TM

2 days after Odeda had enrolled, Alexandra from the StudentCare™ team reached out to introduce herself, explain the way the platform works and to ensure the examination process is clearly outlined. Alexandra also discussed how frequent these catch-up calls were going to be in order to best support Odeza. Alexandra continued to ensure Odeza was working through her examinations during her journey and offered a study planner along the way for further help. 

Career Services

Mikayla from the Career Services reached out within the first week of Odeza’s enrolment to introduce herself, explain the 3-phase support process within Career Services, and to arrange their first consultation to work through her Resume. Odeza requested a call in 4-6 months once she had completed a few certifications and was in a position to start the Career Services process. Mikayla went through an extensive CV, Cover Letter and LinkedIn profile Consultation and provided relevant industry advice around the application process. Mikayla continued to check in with Odeza on a regular basis throughout her journey and prepped her on a couple of upcoming interviews and discussed different salaries and what would be the best option for her moving forward.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• Obtained a role as an End User Support Specialist @ Mobile Mentor

Odeza says:

“I was a bit nervous and excited at the same time when I first enrolled. But I was relieved when I started navigating the learning platform, it was easy to navigate and very comprehensive with the course materials. It helped me study well and pass my exams. Alexandra, the StudentCare™ consultant who I talked to for most of my queries is nice and very helpful. Other staff as well, they are all welcoming and they always helped me with any queries or assistance that I needed with regards to the learning platform, course materials and requesting of exam vouchers. Mikayla is great! She was constantly checking up on me. With her help, it made my journey to land a job smoothly.  She helped and guided me from creating my LinkedIn profile, re-doing my CV and helped me prepare for an interview.  I followed all her advice and here I am now, I will be starting my first job in IT soon. Thanks to all the team at Learning people for your genuine care for student success!”

Reason for enrolling

Nabil approached Learning People to discuss further developing his skillset as he wanted to move into the Cyber Security industry. Nabil had recently been working in a Systems Administrator position and knew advancing his IT skillset was the right career pathway for him. After discussing the different certification collections with his Senior Career Consultant Chris, Nabil embarked on his study journey. 

StudentCare^TM

Nabil received a call from the StudentCare™ team the week of his enrolment in order to go through a full platform orientation and discuss the examination process and arrange support calls moving forward. The StudentCare™ team called Nabil regularly to check in and ensure his journey was going smoothly and if he had any questions, these were answered then or via email whenever something came up.  

Career Services

Mikayla from the Career Services team called Nabil within the first week of his enrolment to introduce herself, explain the 3-phase process and organise support calls moving forward. Nabil was keen to focus on completing a few certifications before engaging with Career Services. Once Nabil was ready to engage, Mikayla completed a CV Consult and discussed how to best market his skillset, before moving onto his LinkedIn and Networking Consults. Regular check in calls were completed to discuss Nabil’s application and networking progress. A few months later, Nabil secured his new role.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+)
• Obtained a role as an Operations Analyst @ Vault Cloud

Nabil says:

“When I first enrolled at Learning People, I was sceptical at first. However, Chris put my mind at ease with his friendly and excellent customer service, I am grateful for the support I received throughout my journey. The course material was great and easily accessible through on-the-go devices. The hands-on labs were a crucial part to my learning development, this inspired me to pursue other hands-on practice labs online. The staff at Learning People were incredibly supportive but most importantly responsive. Everyone was professional and ensured my learning was well spent, I really appreciated the follow up calls for when I was lazy.

The Career Services team was amazing with assisting me in my job hunt, working closely with Mikayla helped me think of new ways to structure my resume and how I presented myself. If anyone wants to start their journey, I highly recommend the Learning People. You will get the assurance, awesome support, and a fantastic platform to kick off your journey.

Thank you, Mikayla, and the team, at Learning People, my career trajectory changed because of the support you all provided.”

Reason for enrolling

Jass had been Uber driver for the last three years but had always been passionate about Cyber Security and Information Technology. He wondered if now it could be the time to pursue that lifelong dream. Jass has always taken pride in everything he does, in his 3 years of Uber driving he completed nearly 23,000 trips with a perfect 5-star rating, demonstrating exceptional customer service. Jass spoke to Senior Career Consultant Chris Smart who found the right courses that suited his long-term career goals. 

StudentCare^TM

Jass started working with StudentCare™ right away and felt his consultant Bryce's dedication to student success was evident. StudentCare™ was always a phone call or email away whether it came to answering questions about course material, offering guidance on study strategies or just being a friendly voice during challenging times making Jass feel like a valued student. 

Career Services

When Jass completed his CompTIA A+ certification, he contacted his Career Services consultant Rachel. Jass said Career Services was a game-changer for him. Rachel went above and beyond to understand his career aspirations, strengths, and interests in the field of Cyber Security. Rachel provided invaluable insights and tips on resume building, networking specific to the cyber security industry and interview preparation. Throughout the Career Services phases, Jass gained the confidence to navigate the job market and showcase his skills effectively within this specialised field. When it came time to start his career in Cyber Security, Rachel's continuous support and encouragement boosted his motivation and made the job search process much smoother.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• Obtained a role as an IT Desktop Engineer at Axiom Technologies

Jass says:

"I am incredibly grateful for the unwavering support I received from Bryce and Rachel during my journey in Cyber Security. Their dedication to student success and their genuine care made all the difference. Thanks to their guidance, I am now confidently pursuing my dream career in Cyber Security, and I hope my story can inspire others to chase their passions too!"

Reason for enrolling

Khoa had been working as a Chef running a restaurant for 5 years but had always been passionate about IT. Khoa was on a Visa sponsored through hospitality, so he felt stuck. He enquired to Learning People in June 2022 and spoke to Senior Career Consultant Wills Graham, who helped him find the right courses for him based on his future goals and previous experience. After this call, he was motivated to get certified and take a chance at following his dream. 

StudentCare^TM

Khoa started working with StudentCare™ straight away, as well as assisting him with the organisation of his certification exam booking, Bryce, his StudentCare™ Consultant encouraged him to retake his first exam when he did not pass the first time and offered him guidance in terms of study tips and other helpful advice. After Bryce helped Khoa re-organise his learning path to suit his needs, he checked in with him regularly to provide all necessary information and keep him on track. 

Career Services

Khoa decided to complete CompTIA A+ before starting with Career Services. Rachel, his Career Services Consultant, provided him with advice regarding his CV and LinkedIn profile as part of this process. In addition to providing him with tips on how to network properly, Rachel taught him how to apply for the right positions. Also, she checked in with him every week to see his progression and to see if he had any questions. Rachel was able to provide Khoa advice for his first ever interview and was able to support him during the interviewing process. As a result, Khoa was able to gain a little bit more confidence and landed a job as an IT Helpdesk Support Engineer.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• Obtained a role as a  IT Helpdesk Support Engineer at Integer IT - Port Macquarie

Khoa says:

“Learning People created a certification path that allowed me to achieve the skills and certificates that I needed to enter the industry after finishing one or two certifications. And that has helped me get my first job and gain experience from the real world instead of just theory. I have landed my first ever job in IT and thank the Learning People for all their help”.

Reason for enrolling

For 15 years, German has poured his heart and soul into the culinary world, climbing the ladder to become a Kitchen Manager. However, he decided it was time for a career shift, returning to his true passion which was computers and IT. German heard of Learning People as his brother-in-law had also been a student and had completed Cyber Security certificates. German contacted Arthur Paterson, his Senior Career Consultant, who helped him determine which courses would best suit his career goals.

StudentCare^TM

German was balancing full-time work while studying his certificates out of hours. He started working with his StudentCare™ Consultant, Amy, right away. Amy offered unwavering support and encouragement throughout his learning journey, she was always there to address his questions and provide support through this transformational process.

Career Services

After German had completed his Network+ and Security+ certifications, he decided to get on the job hunt. Rachel from Career Services became his consultant and point of contact. Throughout the process of tailoring his CV for the IT sector, optimising his LinkedIn profile, and navigating the job market successfully, German attended many interviews and used each interview as a learning experience before securing a position with the government as a SOC Analyst.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA ITF+
• Obtained a role as SOC Analyst with Auckland Transport

German says:

“Rachel's enthusiasm for her work was infectious. Rachel remained a pillar of support, guiding me through interviews, clarifying doubts about various job opportunities, and continuously boosting my morale to pursue my dream.

“In the end, this journey has taught me a valuable lesson: it's never too late to chase your dreams. Taking that leap out of your comfort zone in pursuit of your ideal job is a step worth taking.”

Reason for enrolling

Andrew inquired with the Learning People in October 2022 as he was looking for a career change. Despite being a gymnasium business owner for 7 years, Andrew had always been interested in the IT industry. Therefore, he decided to have a chat with Duncan, his Senior Career Consultant, about his possibilities. Duncan was able to identify his preferences and needs, as well as analyse his profile. As a result, he recommended enrolling in Cyber Security certifications since this would allow him to grow professionally and obtain the stability, he was looking for. 

StudentCare^TM

Andrew started working with StudentCare™ right away, and he was excited about starting his certifications. Alex, his Student Care Consultant, guided him through the platform and answered all his inquiries related to his studies. During this time, Andrew received constant support from Student Care, including different resources to aid his learning process and regular phone calls to ensure he was receiving the required support. With the support of StudentCare™ and Andrew's effort, he was able to obtain his CompTIA A+ certification.

Career Services

Andrew was contacted by Career Services when he enrolled, and Flo, his Career Services Consultant, explained the services provided. Andrew decided to start working with Flo straight away. They focused on tailoring his CV and LinkedIn profile according to the IT market and recruiters' expectations. During this process, Andrew learned how to write a proper CV and create a LinkedIn profile that would stand out from other candidates. With his CV and profile set up, Andrew decided to focus on his studies and obtain his first certification before starting to apply for jobs. During this process, Flo made sure to constantly contact Andrew and provide support by answering his questions about the market and job opportunities. After a couple of months, Flo taught him how to network on LinkedIn, connect with the right recruiters and companies, and apply for jobs according to his experience. Thanks to Andrew's constant and persistent job search, he was able to secure an interview, where his Career Services Consultant prepared him through practice questions and coaching. As a result, Andrew landed a job as an L1 Service Desk professional.

The Results

• CompTIA A+
• Obtained a role as a L1 Service Desk at Brennan IT. 

Andrew says:

“I haven't studied for nearly 10 years, and as a career change it was quite daunting to begin with. I really enjoyed the amount and variety of learning material that was available for the CompTIA courses.
Flo from the Career Services team was amazing throughout the whole process. Her help with my CV, LinkedIn and interview prep definitely helped me land my first IT role. Flo definitely earned 5 stars. Flo was able to guide me to realistic roles and I received a job offer after a few weeks of networking and applying."

Reason for enrolling

Zack’s career was mostly within management and production roles along with sales experience. Zack decided to approach Learning People to discuss changing his career and to move into the IT/Cyber Security industry to provide him with more flexibility and better hours to have a better work and life balance and to pursue a new career with job security.

StudentCare™

Zack was taken through a complete training demonstration of the training platform, and to answer any support, study or platform-related questions to ensure he was provided with as much information before deciding to enrol with Learning People. Upon enrolment, our StudentCare™ team completed a welcome call within the first week to answer any additional questions, along with providing information around the examination process.

Career Services 

Zack received an introductory call from his Career Services Consultant Mikayla within the first week of his enrolment to discuss the 3 phase process and to see when Zack wanted to begin this support. Within a few months, Zack and his Career Services Consultant Mikayla had completed a full CV and Cover Letter review, LinkedIn profile review and discussed networking and applying for the best suited positions within Cyber Security for Zack. Within 2 weeks of completing the support and applying for positions, Zack obtained a job interview which he and Mikayla prepared for along with discussing any further tips and tools that could be used within this interview.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a role as a QA Security Specialist at Christchurch City Council

Zack says:

“When I first enrolled with the Learning People, I was nervous and excited at the same time. They made it really easy by arranging a one-on-one session with me on how to use their learning platform and how to work through the course material before signing up. My Career Services Consultant Mikayla Davison was absolutely amazing. We went through all the steps of getting profiles and CV’s together along with how to search for jobs. Within two weeks I had my first interview. Mikayla took the time to help me relax and prep for that specific position and offered multiple tips.

I’m proud to say that I landed the job and am starting my new career in Cyber Security at 42. Thank you, Learning People! I couldn’t have done it without you!”

Reason for enrolling:

Taylor had been working in several customer facing and management roles but always had an interest in IT and would like to look into remote positions in future, as well as progress within this career and support his family. After discussing different course and career options, his Senior Careers Consultant Josh provided him with the Cyber Security Analyst course collection which Taylor liked the sound of and soon begun his journey with Learning People.

StudentCare^TM

Alex from the Student Care team called Taylor within the first few days of his enrolment to ensure he was comfortable with using the training platform, where all of the features were and any questions regarding the examination, support, or study process. Regular catch-up calls were arranged between Alex and Taylor to ensure he was making progress every 1-2 weeks as well as email catch ups too.

Career Services

Within the first week of Taylors enrolment, Mikayla from the Career Services team caught up with him to introduce herself, discuss the 3-phase process and ensure that the best possible support was provided to Taylor. Mikayla caught up with Taylor on a regular basis to check in and see how he was tracking with his training and if he was ready to begin the Career Services process as he wanted to complete a couple of the CompTIA Certifications first. When Taylor was ready, Mikayla completed a full CV and LinkedIn Consult to tailor these to the IT industry and also went through the Networking side of things and discussed how to ensure his profile was marketable and visible when job searching.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+
• Obtained a role as a Support Officer at General Technical

Taylor says:

“When I first enrolled, I felt nervous but incredibly excited to begin working towards a new career. Course materials were awesome, overwhelming at first, but once you settle in it’s a great platform. The labs were super in-depth, and you must put in a lot of hours but it’s worth it. Always top notch, the StudentCare™ team is always checking in and making sure you have everything you need to be successful. Mikayla has always provided me with the best advice whether it be revamping my CV, setting up my profile page on LinkedIn to look more professional or what keywords to type into the search bar to be as specific as possible. If I had to go through the certifications again, I’d definitely stick with The Learning People, they provide an awesome all-around service to new studiers or current professionals looking to level up their skills.”

Reason for enrolling:

Alex had been working in Systems Administration roles within IT for about 5 years. After stopping work to support a sick family member and then Covid hitting, he was struggling to re-enter a role in IT. He had not worked for about 2 years so wanted to get a role quickly. He also wanted to do certifications that meant he had progression opportunities within a role. Alex had previously tried to do some training through a cheaper alternative, but found he could not retain the information and never ended up sitting an exam. Alex was excited to get started!

StudentCare^TM

Alex was happy to have consistent support from StudentCare. He was nervous about self-paced training and how he would keep himself on track. He wanted to make sure he actually retained the information. He had regular check ins from Kelsea in the StudentCare team and had lots of questions about his study techniques. He ticked off each certification one at a time and made great progress. He loved that StudentCare prepped him for the exams so he knew exactly what to expect.

Career Services

After completing the first couple of certifications, Alex started working with Career Services. He wanted to slowly work at getting his CV and LinkedIn profile updated while still finishing the training. Tabatha, from our Career Services team, helped Alex with this as well as how to be marketable and noticeable in the industry. He did not want to get a role until after he finished training, so she gave him advice around building a network in the background to ensure it was a quick transition into a role when he was ready. They did interview preparation together once he started getting interviews. Alex has now gained a role as a Junior Security Analyst and is excited to continue with his IT career.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a role as a Junior Security Analyst for Education Payroll

Alex says:

“Great company to deal with. Provided necessary support from enrolment to job search.
I personally dealt with Tabatha Cook of Career Services Au/NZ, also Kelsea Hooper from Student Care. Both ladies were of great assistance & are a credit to the organisation. Would highly recommend Learning People to anyone…”

Reason for enrolling:

After finishing high school, Matthew knew he wanted to get into Cyber Security. He had always been interested in IT but wasn’t sure what the best option was in terms of training options. He had dabbled in some training on YouTube but wanted to take the next step. Matthew spoke with one of our Career Consultants and liked the sound of the practical training. He had research some other options such as a university degree but thought it sounded very theory based. Matthew did not think this would set him up to do the job. He found the process nice and easy from when he first inquired and felt like he got all the information he needed to make the decision. Matthew decided to enrol and was looking forward to getting started.

StudentCare^TM

Matthew got stuck into the training as soon as he had his orientation. He wanted to get through the certifications quickly so he could begin working in the industry. Matthew had help from Hollie in our Student Care team, to stay motivated and keep on track. Initially he struggled a little with finding a routine and being consistent. But after regular conversations with Student Care and a study plan, Matthew started making great progress. After passing his first exam he knew this was the right decision and was excited about the job search process.

Career Services

Matthew started working with Tabatha in our Career Services team after his first couple of certifications. They started with a CV consultation. Since Matthew did not have any work experience after high school, they discussed ways of addressing this and ensuring they focused on the certifications and skillset gained from these. From there they discussed his LinkedIn profile and the application process. It was important that Matthew stood out amongst other applicants. Tabatha taught him ways of networking with people in the industry and techniques to stand out when he did apply for roles. Once Matthew started interviewing, they conducted practice interviews. He was quite nervous about this as he did not have much experience interviewing. Matthew ended up getting quite afew interviews and had options when picking a role! He is now thrilled to be working in the industry.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+
• Obtained a role as a Assistant Technical Advisor for the Ministry of Education

Matthew says:

“I thank the various teams for accommodating my studies with the Learning People. In the early stages with LP I wasn’t sure what to expect and managing the complete autonomy on my end took some time, StudentCare™ helped with this a lot and with every course I completed, there were online labs, practice questions, additional reading material and even mock exams before the real deal. I think the package provides a good value for price and it’s no wonder they’re highly commended by CompTIA in the region.

During this time Sommer, Hollie and the mentors have been quick to help when I had questions about the course-work, needed an exam voucher and even when I needed to arrange an extension.

Tabatha from Careers Support has also been as it were holding my hand from the start of my job hunting process and has expressed I can still approach if I require her guidance.

I can only speak to the type of course I took and similar ones, but I think the Learning People are a great option to provide the knowledge to facilitate growth in your given role or transitioning into another more smoothly.

Thank you all!”

Reason for enrolling:

Annie enrolled with Learning People while at high school. She always had a passion for IT and wanted to get higher level certifications than what her high school curriculum could offer her. It was important for her to get a head start on her career and she knew industry certifications would help. Annie liked the idea of Cyber Security so was excited when she learnt about the different certifications Learning People could offer.

StudentCare^TM

Annie still had a full workload in her final year of high school, so she worked closely alongside StudentCare to ensure she managed her time efficiently and prioritised both her training and her schoolwork. StudentCare had regular check in calls with her as well as setting up a Study Planner. Annie was happy with this support and liked that she could always call someone if she had any questions throughout the process. StudentCare made sure to schedule catch up calls outside of school hours and had a flexible schedule that worked for Annie.

Career Services

Annie knew she wanted to go to University after finishing high school. Career Services kept this in mind while working with her. She still wanted to get a foot in the door and get a part-time role while studying. Career Services helped with Annie’s CV and setting up a LinkedIn profile to ensure she could find the right opportunity that would fit in with her lifestyle. Annie thought this advice was crucial to her finding a role as she was unsure how to navigate the job market. Annie is now working as a Service Desk Analyst for Datacom. We are excited to see what she will achieve in the future!

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a part-time role as a Service Desk Analyst at Datacom while studying towards her degree

Annie says:

“The learning people made my journey to certification effortless by guiding me throughout the process from helping with choosing what certifications to take all the way to booking the exam, allowing me to focus on learning. My certifications have helped significantly with finding a job which has been important as someone who has just finished high school and starting my career. They helped me create a CV and a LinkedIn profile. I found this extremely beneficial as I had never used the platform. I am excited to have gained a role in the industry whilst studying and could not have done it without the Learning People!”

Reason for enrolling:

Bidhan had previously completed some IT studies in India before moving to New Zealand and completing a Masters in Accounting. Bidhan approached Learning People to discuss changing from accounting and moving into IT as this is his passion and wants a career he will enjoy. After having a great discussion regarding his career options with his Senior Career Consultant Arthur, Bidhan started his Cyber Security study journey.

StudentCare^TM

Upon enrolling, Hollie from the StudentCare™ team phoned Bidhan to ensure he was comfortable with the platform navigation, examination and the support process, as well as regularly checking in with Bidhan to ensure his journey was progressing smoothly. The StudentCare™ team are excited to continue supporting Bidhan until he has completed the remainder of his certifications.

Career Services

Bidhan received an initial welcome call from Mikayla within the Career Services team to ensure the support process was clearly highlighted. Within a few months of enrolling, Mikayla and Bidhan completed a full CV, Cover Letter, LinkedIn and Networking Consult. Mikayla also completed several reviews to ensure Bidhan’s CV and Cover Letter were addressed and personalised for each position. Mikayla then completed a couple training sessions on interview preparation and tips that Bidhan can take into future interviews.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security +
• Obtained a role as a Graduate Network Test Engineer at Allied Telesis Labs

Bidhan says:

“When I first enrolled for the course, everything was seamless. I was provided with a username and a password to Percipio and as soon as I logged in, everything was all there to help me get started. I also received a phone call from Hollie in the Student Care team to make sure I know my way around to navigate to different course materials, labs etc. 

Course materials were very well-structured. Good thing about streaming the online course is that I can cast the lectures on my TV on a big screen, and it doesn’t feel like I am studying, instead it just really feels like I am watching some videos. I mean to say, that is at least how I studied. Practice exams really helped me revise and prepare for the exams. They are good indicators to understand if I am ready to take the actual exam.

Although everything within the course is self-explanatory, nevertheless the StudentCare™ consultant did a good job to touch-base and see how I was getting on. Any questions / emails were promptly answered. I got a call from Hollie as soon as I enrolled which was very helpful to get me started with Percipio. Mikayla has been fantastic to deal with all along the way. From brushing up my LinkedIn profile, my CV to providing me with interview tips, she did it all. My honest opinion about her is that she genuinely cares about the student’s career and helps them succeed. Appreciate the guidance and support Mikayla has provided without whose help, I would still be on the lookout for a job. If you are looking to switch your career to become an IT professional, or just looking to upskill, Learning People is the company to go to. With self-paced online lectures, you would be able to fit in at least a couple of hours of study every day, despite the busy schedule you may have.”

Reason for enrolling:

Chris approached Learning People to discuss his desire for a career change as he had been working at an insurance company for a long period of time, within different roles and wanted to make the move into IT. After having an extensive conversation with his senior Careers Consultant Chris, he enrolled into the Cyber Security Analyst collection and soon started his journey.

StudentCare^TM

The StudentCare™ team contacted Chris within the first few days of his enrolment to introduce themselves and ensure he was comfortable using the training platform, the examination and continued support process. StudentCare™ arranged frequent catch-up calls with Chris to ensure progress was met.

Career Services

Mikayla from the Career Services team introduced herself and ran through the 3-phase process with Chris within the first week of his enrolment. Mikayla then ran through a full CV, LinkedIn and Networking Consult to ensure Chris was as marketable as possible for future roles. Mikayla checked in to review Chris’s progress and offered tips and guidance on approaching the market too.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+
• Obtained a role as a Senior Information Technology Technician at JTC

Chris says:

“At first, I was a little apprehensive as I thought that any type of IT industry recognised learning would involve going to university, after doing some research and seeing so many different providers available I spoke to Darcia who took the time to explain how the process works and what is involved. The materials are engaging and easy to follow, and the lab/sandbox areas are great ways to get some basic hands-on experience.

The ongoing support shown is great, they check in regularly and more than happy to assist you to achieve your goals. During my study my student care consultants (Hollie & Gwen) have kept me accountable and have shown me lots of support throughout and nothing has been too difficult for them My Career Services Consultant Mikayla has been a great asset in breaking into the IT industry, from reviewing my resume and providing feedback and my LinkedIn profiles providing tips on how to increase my exposure, I cannot thank her enough. Thank you to all the Learning People team, I appreciate the ongoing support shown over my journey!”

Reason for enrolling:

Rahul had been working as a chef since 2018 as he needed it for his Visa. He didn’t like the long hours and not being able to see his family. Rahul was also vegetarian and the restaurant was a steakhouse. Despite this, he managed to work his way to Head Chef and Operations Manager. He had been applying for Cyber roles for years with no luck. Penny, one of our Senior Career Consultants, gave Rahul a call and gave him the correct advice in regards to what training and international certification he needed to secure his dream job.

Student Care^TM

Rahul enjoyed the course material, especially the practice labs. As he was training on a live network in a real working environment, it gave him clarity and confidence and made him feel job ready. Bryce from StudentCare™ was always available to Rahul to encourage him and made it very easy for him to access his exam vouchers.

Career Services

Rahul was mostly excited about the Career Services part of the Learning People after spending years trying to get into the industry with no luck. Rachel gave him advice tailoring his CV, LinkedIn and discussing every aspect of interview preparation and what to expect. The networking advice and helping him to land interviews gave Rahul the confidence to stay positive and to fulfil his dream.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, PenTest+ (Currently studying), Cyber Security Analyst+ (Currently studying)
• Obtained a role as a Network Engineer at Allied Telesis.

Rahul says:

“The most important part of the Learning People institute is their Career Services Consultants, this is the service that gave me the boost and confidence to get enrolled because you know that somebody is going to help you professionally to get into a job. Rachel helped me with my CV, LinkedIn profile and discussing every aspect of interview preparation and moreover encouraging and making you feel positive.

 I feel very lucky that I got an amazing Career Consultant Rachel Gilmour, she is such a soft-spoken and encouraging person, she is biggest reason I got selected even before my Security+ exam, she helped me so much to get prepared for my all interviews and was always getting in touch with me regarding upcoming interviews and answering my all questions which were coming in my mind and calmed my anxiety. I don’t think without Rachel’s help I would have been successful in my Network Engineer interview. Once again thank you so much Rachel for helping me to switch my career from Hospitality to IT."

Reason for enrolling:

Connor approached Learning People after finishing his IT Degree as he wanted to gain some vendor certifications in order to get into a secure IT role and start his career. Connor also wanted to learn further technical and hands on skills. Connor spoke with his Senior Careers Consultant and agreed on the Cyber Security Analyst course collection being the best option for his pathway.

StudentCare^TM

Connor completed a full training orientation on the platform within the first few days of his enrolment to ensure he was comfortable starting his journey. Connor received support for any questions he had around exams, study techniques and his progress. As Connor completes his final examination for the Cyber Security Analyst+, StudentCare™ will be here to support him until he finishes.

Career Services

Connor’s Career Services Consultant Mikayla completed a full CV and LinkedIn Consult, along with a couple reviews to ensure these were tailored towards the tech industry for his future job applications. Mikayla also checked in with Connor to see how he was progressing with obtaining his certifications and job search.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+
• Obtained a role as a Helpdesk Triage at Zynet Pty Ltd.

Connor says:

“I was excited to pursue and specialise in a career I am passionate about, a little nervous about signing up and undertaking further study but I was confident in my abilities and the support I received to be able to persevere. The course materials covered everything I needed to pass the exams and, in some instances, a little more than required which was great for creating a well-rounded sphere of knowledge about cyber security and what it entails. My Student Care Consultant made sure to check in consistently and answer any queries I had at the time about my progression, course material and how I am finding everything as I study.

I received all the support I required and wanted throughout my studies from my Career Services Consultant Mikayla and the Student Care team, even as I am wrapping up my final parts of my last cert, I still do feel supported and can bounce back with any questions to my consultant at any time. The labs were super engaging, full of information and covered a lot of “what if” questions I had as I was learning. The extra resources as well, like the cards/tests and simulations were great at consolidating information too.”

Reason for enrolling

Davor inquired with the Learning People in August of 2022. He used to manage his own business in landscaping but was keen to get into the IT industry and start a new career pathway. With the support of his Senior Career Consultant Andrea, he was able to get all the information about the certifications and learning platform with the objective of making the right decision for his future. After, speaking with his Senior Career Consultant, Davor choose to enrol into the Cyber Security Analyst Collection.

StudentCare™

Davor started working with StudentCare™ right away, where Amy was able to answer all his questions about the platform, exams and learning process. In addition, Davor had a constant communication with Amy through email and check in calls, with the objective of completing his certifications as soon as possible. In that matter, Davor successfully completed the 4 certifications provided in a period of 3 months’ time, demonstrating a high consistency in his learning journey.

Career Services

Davor decided to start working with Career Services when he was preparing for his last exam, were his Career Services Consultant, Flo was able to answer all his questions related to the Cybersecurity Market and job options. During the Career Services process, Davor and Flo worked in his CV and LinkedIn profile with the objective to make it more attractive to Recruiters in the IT industry. Also, Flo taught him how to use LinkedIn to apply for jobs, connect with companies of his interest and Recruiters, so he could build a strong network. After 1 week Davor was invited to 2 interviews with different companies. Flo helped Davor with  interview preperation to practice questions and coach him so he would be strong at the interview stage. Thanks to the help of Flo and Davor’s commitment and effort, he was offered the role of Consultant in the Risk and Compliance area.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a role as a Risk and Compliance Consultant in Assurance Lab.

Davor says:

“The greatest asset to Learning People are the people who work there, from the StudentCare™ to Career Services team, it feels like they genuinely care for your success and were a pleasure to work with. The content was great – The app allows for the lectures to be listened to in a podcast style which made studying easier”.

Reason for enrolling

Ashley is a recent student of Learning People, only enrolling in January 2023. She first got in touch with us as she had been working in an Admin/IT role for an Insurance Brokerage. She felt like she had reached her limit for growth there but really enjoyed the IT side of things. Ashley knew she could do more in this space and wanted something that would allow her to progress and challenge herself. She started speaking with Adam Spero, one of our Senior Career Consultants, and decided Cyber Security was the perfect industry to do this. She had previously tried some other cheap courses but quickly realised she would not gain the skills she needed to do the role. Adam explained that she needed industry certifications to get noticed. Ashley loved the sound of everything and was eager to get enrolled.

StudentCare™

Ashley had her orientation with Bryce from our StudentCare™ team. She thought the platform looked great compared to what she had previously seen and wanted to jump straight in. She was also impressed with the support that she would have. Other online training options she had looked at did not have any support and you were left to do it yourself. She was happy knowing she always had someone to contact if she had any issues or needed help fitting the study in. She was also pleased to have expert mentors to help with the content if she needed it.

Career Services 

Ashley wanted to get started with Career Services straight away. She was ready to move into a new role as soon as possible. Tabatha from our Career Services team started working with her as soon as she enrolled. They started by tailoring her CV and really highlighting her IT experience and transferable skills. From there they moved onto working on her LinkedIn profile. Ashley had not used LinkedIn a lot but knew she needed to focus on this. Tabatha showed Ashley different ways of using the platform to apply for roles as well as how to network with people in the industry and get noticed by potential employers. Ashley quickly got an interview, she was nervous about this as she had not interviewed in a long time. Tabatha did interview preparation with her and made sure she knew what to expect. They did some practice questions and went over the interview structure. Ashley landed the role! She is now working as a Digital Workspace Engineer. She is thrilled as she is on a higher salary and the company has a Cyber team so she will potentially be able to grow into this role down the track.

The results

• About to sit CompTIA Network+
• Obtained a role as a Digital Workspace Engineer for Buddle Finlay

Ashley says:

“I was quite nervous when I first enrolled. But once I started getting into the course material, everything started to fall into place. I realised the content was good and would help me get to where I needed to go.

I’m still early days into my courses, but I was already in the market for a new position. Tabatha really helped to re-vamp my CV & LinkedIn, as well as running me through the network side of LinkedIn, getting a better outcome with it. She helped me with interviewing and I have now landed a new role!”

Reason for enrolling

Dale had worked in a range of different roles over the years, mostly within the Labouring and Hospitality industries. He always knew this was not what he wanted long-term for his career and really wanted a new challenge that would allow him to have continuous growth. He felt there was nowhere to go in his current role as a Forklift Driver and after speaking with Corey, one of our Team Managers, Cyber Security really sparked his interest. Dale had always enjoyed working with computers and thought the industry in general sounded exciting. Dale couldn’t believe the opportunities that were out there and just how high the demand was. He loved that there was also opportunity to earn higher salaries and constant progression.

StudentCare™

After being shown around the platform in his orientation, Dale was excited to jump into it! He wanted to get the certifications ticked off quite quickly so he could move into a role as soon as possible. He loved that he could quickly request exam vouchers and book his exams at a time that worked best for him. Dale also enjoyed that everything was online, he was often in different locations, so it worked well that he always had access.

Career Services 

Dale got started with Career Services straight away. Dale had doubts initially about the chances of actually finding a role with no experience at all. He worked with Tabatha, one of the Career Services team. She helped him work on his CV and LinkedIn profile. They needed to make sure he was highlighting all the transferable skills he had gained from other industries, even though they weren’t IT related. They spent a lot of time working on networking techniques and making sure Dale was getting noticed by people in the industry. Tabatha also really helped Dale with his confidence and feeling like he could just go for it and give this a go. When it came to interviewing, Dale was really nervous. He’s never had a professional interview and had no idea what to expect. They did interview preparation and mock interview questions to make sure he knew what it would be like in the interview. She helped with his email correspondence to potential employers, as Dale had never worked in a corporate role, Tabatha made sure to help him with his professionalism. Dale ended up getting multiple offers from companies as well as more companies requesting to interview him. Tabatha helped him with salary and contract negotiations. We are now thrilled to say that Dale has accepted a role as a Cyber Security Monitoring Analyst.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+

• Obtained a role as a Cyber Security Monitoring Analyst

Dale says:

“When I first enrolled with the Learning People, I did not think that I would be able to continue working full-time and study on the side. Corey reassured me that I would be able to change careers without losing my income. I found my passion in studying IT and working through the course requirements as well as hands-on learning with the practice labs. I liked that I was able to set myself goals and it was up to me when I wanted to study more or less and sit for assessments.

Tabatha gave me so much confidence and helped me stand out to prospective employers. She told me when I would be ready to start applying for jobs and any doubts I had she erased them. I’ve got a hunger to keep learning and I owe it to the Learning People. I am so excited to start working in my first role in Cyber Security and could not have done it without the constant support and reassurance from Corey and Tabatha.”

Reason for enrolling

Namrata enrolled with Learning People back in April 2021. She initially inquired about CCNA certification. She had been in a role teaching Networking and Computer Science but wanted to branch out into CCNA as well. After speaking with Scott, one of our Senior Career Consultants, she got an idea of all the different certifications we offer. Namrata was interested in Cyber Security overall and loved the sound of the CompTIA certifications. She liked the idea of getting trained on a neutral network as well as specialising in Cisco. Scott came up with a package that suited her and she was able to get multiple certifications that would allow her to upskill and advance her career. After having a demonstration on the platform, she was excited to get started.

StudentCare™

Namrata jumped straight into the training, she spoke with StudentCare™ to make a plan for her study and how often she wanted catch up calls. Namrata loved the support that was offered and wanted to utilise it. She spoke with Mikayla from our StudentCare™ team regularly. Namrata wanted to prioritise her CCNA training so got this done first. She then began working on her CompTIA certifications. She loved that she had practice tests and live labs to work on, she was also impressed with having the option to resit if needed.

Career Services 

Namrata was looking forward to the support from Career Services. She had been finding it challenging to get noticed by employers. Tabatha, one of our Career Services Consultants, had a look over her CV. She straight away noticed some areas that needed improving to ensure the right skills and experience were being noticed. They also worked on her LinkedIn profile and tips around networking with people in the industry. Namrata had really struggled with this and did not know how to get potential connections. She found the feedback extremely valuable and loved that she always had someone to ask questions when she was unsure. Namrata secured an interview and after doing interview preparation with Tabatha, ended up getting offered the role! She is now working as an IT Lecturer for TAFE.

The results

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Obtained a role as a IT Lecturer at TAFE

Namrata says:

“Enrolling with Learning People was an easy process, I loved that I got specialised advice that suited the career I was working towards. I had a demonstration on the platform which made me feel confident. Everything was laid out easily and it was great being able to access it whenever I had time.

Student Care were great and always responded to my questions quickly. Whenever I needed help with the platform or booking exams, I knew exactly who to contact.

Tabatha from Career Services was amazing! I was nervous about trying to find a new job. Every call we had was so helpful. She always gave me valuable advice especially around my CV, we went back and forth a number of times until we satisfied with it. I loved working with Tabatha and am so happy I now have a new role!”

Reason for enrolling

Muria worked as a teacher for the last 30 years, across different countries such as Indonesia, United Kingdom and Australia. Muria approached Learning People to discuss moving into Cyber Security so she could have more flexibility within her working environment, as well as using different ways to teach, as well as remote work.

StudentCare™

Muria engaged with the StudentCare™ team within the first few days of her enrolment where they underwent a full training orientation of the platform, as well as answering any questions regarding her study approaches and the examination process too. StudentCare™ are excited to continue working with and supporting Muria until she completes the remainder of her certifications within her career pathway.

Career Services 

Muria’s Career Services Consultant Mikayla reached out within the first week of her enrolment to introduce herself, and explain the 3 phase process for the ongoing Career Services support. Muria had assistance with revamping her CV and LinkedIn profile to ensure these reflect her career change so she could approach the market successfully. LinkedIn Networking was then completed, as well as progress calls to catch up throughout her journey.

The results

• CompTIA A+
• Obtained a role as a Director at CyberWatch

Muria says:

“I really appreciate the support I have received from the Learning People in making a successful career transition into establishing my own cybersecurity business! The learning platform was easy to navigate and provided me with all the knowledge and skills practise I needed. My StudentCare™ Consultant Alexandra was quick to respond and answered any questions I had. My Career Services Consultant Mikayla Davison supported me to produce an up-to-date CV and was invaluable in getting me up and running on LinkedIn. I love the self-paced learning and the flexibility that working with Learning People offered me. Thank you!”

Reason for enrolling

Owen inquired with the Learning People in September of 2022, where he was excited to have a chat about the IT courses offered. He was studying a degree in Criminology and IT, and wanted to learn more practical IT skills that he felt was missing from his degree. In addition, Owen was interested in having job security and economic stability, as well as the opportunity to travel and live in another country. Therefore, after speaking and getting orientation from Hellen, his Senior Career Consultant, he decided to study to be a Certified Ethical Hacker and be part of the Cyber Security industry

StudentCare™

Owen started working with Student Care right away. Amy, his StudentCare™ Consultant, was able to support him and provide all the necessary information to start his certifications. During the whole learning period, Owen was regularly contacted by Amy, to know how he was going and gave him the encouragement he needed to keep going, always preserving a caring and empathetic disposition.

Career Services 

Owen decided to start Career Services straight away, where he felt that all the questions related to the job market and industry were answered. During this process, he received advice from Flo, his Career Services Consultant, in relation to his CV and LinkedIn Profile. Also, Flo was able to give him tips related to Networking and taught him how to apply for the correct jobs that adjust to his profile. Thanks to the help from Career Services and the consistency of Owen, he was able to obtain the role of Technical Support Analyst.

The results

• CompTIA A+
• Obtained a role as a Technical Support Analyst at Nexigen

Owen says:

“The Learning People really understood what I wanted to achieve to kick-start my IT career. They regularly got in contact with updates and enhanced my employability. The courses are easily to follow along and are informative to keep learners engaged.”

Reason for enrolling

Jake inquired with the Learning People in September of 2022, after considering the IT industry for around 3 years. He was interested in making a change into IT as technology had been his passion for some time.  He also knew that the IT sector had excellent job security, which was extremely important to him. After speaking with Sam, one of our Senior Career Consultants, Jake was excited about the potential of doing certifications within Cyber Security. He liked the fact that there was more career growth in these types of roles as well as better salaries. Jake was excited to get enrolled and take a step towards working in the industry.

StudentCare™

Jake started working with StudentCare™ right away, which was very helpful to his learning. Wills from StudentCare™, constantly checked in on him with calls and emails to make sure he felt supported. Jake really appreciated that Wills was able to answer all his questions efficiently and the encouragement he received during his exam period.

Career Services 

Jake was very excited for Career Services because he would be able to work and study at the same time. He started working with Flo from the Career Services team and found the assistance very helpful. They went through his CV and LinkedIn profile, to make it more marketable for employers. In addition, due to his persistence and effort, as well as his work with Flo he was able to connect with companies through networking on LinkedIn. He ended up scoring a job offer within in 5 weeks working as a Junior Tech Support Officer.

The results

• CompTIA A+, currently completing Network+
• Obtained a role as a Junior Tech Support Officer in VOIT Cloud Services

Jake says:

“When I first enrolled, I was welcomed with support. I had greetings with my student care and career services consultants really quickly and they were super helpful in getting my learning underway. Checking in regularly to help set a plan to get me into the workforce which paid off within 5 weeks, as I was successful in gaining employment in the field I wanted to. The hardest bit for me was not knowing how to get work, and what employers looked for, so Florencia was a massive help in making sure my Resume and LinkedIn profile were attractive for recruiters. I would highly recommend anyone looking to study reach out to the team at learning people, they all work together for your success.

Flo was super helpful with supporting me through the Resume building and LinkedIn process. Always available to help me and have a lot of good insights into what companies look for, which helped me find employment!”.

Reason for enrolling

Tom initially inquired with Learning People as he had always been interested in Cyber Security. He had experience in Data Manipulation and had a Master of Business. Tom had some friends working in the industry but was nervous to try and make the change. He spoke with one of our Career Consultants and got some advice around what certifications would be best to get into the industry. Tom was excited to make the change and jump into the industry.

StudentCare™

Tom was pleased to learn about the support from StudentCare™, he was nervous about fitting the study in with his life. Hollie, from our StudentCare™ team, booked in regular calls with Tom and set him up with a study plan to keep him on track. Tom also experienced a covid lockdown during his study, he was impressed with the additional support he experienced while dealing with this change to his life.

Career Services 

Tom started working with Career Services later in his study. He had a couple of initial calls to get a broad overview of what roles he would be looking at and what entry-level roles looked like in the industry. Tom started working with Tabatha, one of our Career Services Consultants. They did a CV consultation to get his CV looking marketable in the industry. They also went over his LinkedIn profile. Tom ended up interviewing for a role fairly quickly, and Tabatha assisted him through this process. She gave him advice around salary negotiations and navigating conversations with his current employer. Tom is now excited to be working as a Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance Consultant for KPMG.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Govenrance, Risk and Compliance Consultant for KPMG

Tao says:

“Before my enrolment, I was working as a sales system admin with no career plan. I wasn’t happy with my role and didn’t have any idea of how to progress my professional career.

The Learning People team was very patient to listen to my needs and showed me the vision of a bright future.

I was super excited to enrol as a student to reach for my professional goals.

The course materials were well-designed and available online 24/7 for easy access.
I loved that you could modify the play speed to personal preference and power through sections whenever needed.

I am really appreciative of the Student Care team’s support, the team was very compassionate and understanding.

My Career Services Consultant, Tabatha was exceptional. Even though I was yet to complete the study, she kindly offered career consultation advice on my resume, LinkedIn profile update, and job application preparation. Luckily, the stars aligned for me, and I had a successful career change from database and project management to Cybersecurity. Tabatha also has regular check-in conversations with me to make sure I am happy with my current role and offered assistance if needed.

I am a member of the Learning People LinkedIn group. It is a great platform to see fellow students’ achievements and share their joy.

With all the success stories from fellow students and support from the Student and Career Service team, I believe I will be able to complete my study soon, then bring my career to a new level.”

Reason for enrolling

Torin enquired with Learning People to discuss completing IT certifications as he had completed his first semester of studying his Degree in Cyber Security and found the information to be too generic. After speaking with his Senior Careers Consultant India and figuring out what he wanted to do with his career and which certifications would be most beneficial for him, Torin decided to take a leap of faith and start his journey with the Learning People.

StudentCare™

StudentCare™ completed a full orientation onto the training platform, along with providing exam and study tips and advice so Torin could start his learning journey successfully. The StudentCare™ team look forward to continuing the regular catch-up call and email support with Torin whilst he continues to study and complete his exams to obtain the remainder of his certifications.

Career Services 

Torin engaged with Career Services once he had obtained his CompTIA A+ certification to make a start on his CV, Cover Letter and LinkedIn profile. Torin and his Career Services Consultant Mikayla also ran through industry, networking and interviewing preparation and advice to assist Torin with his future interviews and job searches.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+
• Obtained a role as Junior Resource Support @ Alcoa

Torin says:

“When I first enrolled, I was excited to learn valuable skills and obtain certifications that would make me job ready. However, I was nervous as well, having doubts that maybe it was too good to be true and I would have to finish an entire university degree before I could be considered for any IT-related roles. Thankfully, I stuck with it and persevered, and I’m happy I did because it didn’t take long to find myself in my first IT role.

The course material is fantastic. It doesn’t take long into a course to realise that you are learning industry-standard information that will bolster your skills and knowledge incredibly, along with it being formatted in an easy-to-understand and absorb way in the LMS. Overall, I had a great time studying, and I believe this learning method is excellent.

Even when you have a problem, Student Care is readily available to help you with any issue quickly, and I was amazed at how quickly some of my issues were resolved. Student Care really helps make the learning experience seamless and stress-free.

Obtaining certifications is one thing but presenting yourself to employers is a big part of the job. Mikayla helped me develop a great CV and LinkedIn profile while also helping me understand how to use LinkedIn. All I had to do was call up and book weekly consults with her, and after a short time, I had a great-looking CV and LinkedIn profile. My confidence in obtaining a job had skyrocketed. Mikayla was professional and easy to work with and I learnt Important CV writing skills and networking skills from her, which If I didn’t obtain, I believe would have made my job search a lot harder, so I’m very thankful and owe a lot to Mikayla and believe she was crucial in helping me obtain my first job.”

Reason for enrolling

Adewale approached Learning People to discuss completing Cyber Security certifications to advance his career. Adewale spoke with his Senior Careers Consultant Robin Doyle and discussed his goals and what he wanted to do next within his career. Adewale had completed a bachelor’s in computer science and has 9 years of experience within IT Support and felt it was time to progress so he could move into a Cyber Security role and something more permanent to provide a bit more job satisfaction.

StudentCare™

Adewale connected with his StudentCare™ Consultant Alexandra the day after his enrolment so he could understand how to utilise the easy-going training platform, how to communicate with the mentoring team and any examination feedback and additional study tools needed for his success. Alexandra also touched base with Adewale via phone and email to offer moral support and encouragement when needed.

Career Services 

Adewale engaged with his Career Services Consultant Mikayla to ensure his CV, Cover Letter and LinkedIn looked as professional and up to date as possible whilst applying for positions within the industry. Networking was then completed and Adewale successfully landed a job interview which Mikayla provided some support around and potential questions that would be asked within this interview. Job search and progress check in calls were also managed in between these 3 support phases too.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+
• Obtained a role as Cyber Security Graduate @ CrowdStrike

Adewale says:

“I was not certain how things would be when enrolling, but I had a high drive to succeed. Robin did a good job of boosting my confidence by assuring me that I’m a good fit for the program.

The course material was very easy to follow, and the interface was well-designed and user-friendly. The course materials are up to date, used simple language and the instructors are very knowledgeable in their various topics. The practice questions are up to date and industry standards as well. The mentors are very friendly and quick to provide assistance in any areas that need clarity. 

Alexandra has always been very helpful in providing guidance with navigating the platform and getting exams booked and resolving login issues.”

Reason for enrolling

Julia enrolled with Learning People in June 2021. She had worked in the IT industry in various Service Desk Analyst roles. After stepping away from IT for the past seven years, she was not sure how to gain current skills that would be marketable in the industry now. Julia loved the sound of the hands-on support she would get from Learning People. She also liked the way the training was set out, and how practical the online labs were. Julia had previously done IT training and found it difficult learning without the practical side. After having a demonstration on the platform, she was excited to get enrolled.

StudentCare™

Julia was excited to get started, she jumped straight into the content and found it really interesting. She had regular catch ups with her StudentCare™ consultant, Hollie, to help keep her on track. She was a bit nervous about self-paced training and had support to set goals that she could stick to. Julia loved the content and found it really interesting, she also really enjoyed the labs. Julia found there were so many resources she could access to ensure she was successful in passing her exam and had enough knowledge to go for roles.

Career Services 

Julia was contacted by Tabatha, from our Career Services team on her first week of enrolment. She wanted to get Network+ out of the way first and then crack into getting her CV and LinkedIn sorted. Tabatha continued to check in with Julia until she was ready and then they started the process. They went back and forth about her CV to ensure it was the best version it could be. It was important to make sure she was marketable for the right roles. Julia had not really used LinkedIn but understood the importance of it in this industry. After having guidance from Tabatha, she felt confident to get out there and network with people in the industry. At times Julia doubted herself, but they worked on her confidence and kept going. When Julia started getting interviews, they practiced for these and worked on interview techniques so she felt comfortable. We are now thrilled that Julia has a new role working as a Cyber Security Compliance Officer at Eftsure.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Security Compliance Officer at Eftsure

Julia says:

“The Learning People journey for me has been an extremely positive one. At first I was unsure as to whether I had made the right move choosing to study Cyber Security but from the outset I had a great support network around me with my Student Support – Hollie who was highly encouraging and motivational by easing me into the training material and various subjects to ensure I was comfortable with the content.

We also mutually set mini goals each week to achieve throughout the course which was highly educational with the combination of video materials, relevant library resources and the wonderful labs to get the hands on experience to tie in perfectly with the training. I feel I have broaden my skill set within the Cyber Security space to make myself a highly employable person.

I was also provided with a Careers Services Consultant – Tabatha who supported me on every level for preparing me to enter the workforce, CV preparation and job interview skills and tips. This was a huge help for me and tied everything together in the transition from study to the workforce.

I would highly recommend Learning People if you are thinking of a career in the field of Cyber Security this is one of the best courses you can do.”

Reason for enrolling

Matthew approached Learning People as he was working fulltime in Logistics and wanted to get into IT as this is a passion of his and was and understands the need for international certifications to ensure job security within this industry. After having a few conversations with Adam his Careers Consultant, Matthew enrolled to the Certified Ethical Hacker course collection and began his journey with the Learning People.

StudentCare™

StudentCare™ completed a full training Orientation and discussed the examination and support processes to ensure Matthew was fully prepared and ready to jump into the training. Matthew didn’t require regular catch-up calls or communication unless any questions came up or StudentCare™ were checking in with Matt regarding his examination results and progress throughout the course. StudentCare™ will continue to support Matthew throughout his journey.

Career Services 

Matthew decided to wait for a few months before engaging in the Career Services support with his Consultant Mikayla. Mikayla took Matthew through a full CV Consultation and discussed how to best display his recent certification success and technical skillset on his CV and LinkedIn profile. A full LinkedIn Networking Consult was completed, along with a catch up regarding the job search progress which then led to interview preparation being completed for Matthew’s interview with Datacom.

The results

• CompTIA A+
• Obtained a role as Service Desk Analyst @ Datacom

Matthew says:

“Learning People really helped me get my foot in the door to begin my IT career. Having no previous IT experience, I really felt that Learning People helped me with easy-to-follow and engaging material, flexibility to study in my own time, and excellent Career Services support. I would like to thank Mikayla Davison for really helping me with polishing up my CV and LinkedIn profile and giving me great tips to nail the interviews. I was able to gain my first IT role and I am excited to continue learning!”

Reason for enrolling

Ben had been working in the manufacturing industry as a Project Manager. He had always been interested in IT and after his company suffered a cyber attack he was fascinated by this area. Ben felt like there was no internal opportunities in the career path he was in, and after being at the company for 7 years, he also realised he was being underpaid. Ben started researching ways he could get trained in Cyber Security and get into the industry. After speaking with Duncan, one of our Senior Career Consultants, he felt like Learning People was the perfect option for him.

StudentCare™

Ben got started on the training straight away, he loved that it was all online and he could access it whenever he wanted and have flexibility with his life. He was excited to get through the certs quickly, and was pleased he did not have to spend three years at university to get qualified and look for a role. Erin, one of our StudentCare™ consultants, worked closely with Ben, they had regular check ins to ensure he was keeping to his study plan. He found the support helpful and the process of getting exam vouchers and sitting exams seamless.

Career Services 

Ben got his first couple of certifications quickly and was excited to get started with Career Services. He started working with Tabatha, in our Career Services team. They did a CV consult and she helped him tailor this towards Cyber roles, as he was changing industries Tabatha ensured his CV still highlighted his transferable skills as well as his new technical skillset. They then discussed his LinkedIn profile and how he should be using the platform for networking alongside his job search. This was all new to Ben as he had never really needed it before. Ben spent time getting connected with people in the industry. When the time came, they worked together on Cover Letters for his job applications and also did interview preparation. Tabatha coached Ben on the different interview techniques and questions that might come up. After being selected out of hundreds of people, Ben ended up being offered a role as a Graduate Security Analyst with Xero.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+
• Obtained a role as a Graduate Security Analyst at Xero

Ben says:

“Really thankful to Learning People NZ for strongly encouraging me to pursue my dream in IT. The career advisor, Duncan just could see deep inside me that I am really interested in and passionate to do IT, especially Cyber Security but didn’t have the courage to go outside my comfort zone, and change career. Several phone calls with encouragements later, I committed to investing in myself. I enrolled with Learning People and started the learning process straight away. The learning platform is great, with e-books, video lessons, practice labs, practice tests and live courses which helped me to learn effectively from all aspects.

The learning process is not easy, but to get there all I need is to commit 1-2 hours a day to make it happen, which require some discipline and resilience. StudentCare™ rep Erin is awesome and very helpful in any queries I have regarding studies, even offered tips on how to study effectively. The career services team did a great job. My Career Consultant, Tabatha is AMAZING! She guided me through all the required processes to arm me for the job application process, LinkedIn Profile, CV, cover letter, interview preps and patiently listen and answered all my queries until I landed a job after going through all the 5 stages of candidate assessments. Today I just signed the employment agreement form with one of the largest software companies in Australasia region and am officially an IT Practitioner in Cyber Security before completing my final paper. I’m sure you could do the same as long as you commit your time, persevere, study hard, and follow your heart to pursue your dream job! No pain, no gain and it’s worth the commitment.”

Reason for enrolling

Chelsea enrolled with Learning People back in July 2021. She had been working in the events industry for around 5 years but wanted to make a change into something with more job security. After seeing an ad online and putting through an inquiry, she started doing some research and decided this could be the right thing for her. She spoke with Scott, one of our Senior Career Consultants, and got some advice around the best certifications to do to get started in the industry. Chelsea was quite nervous about getting a role as this was completely new to her. She also spoke with someone in our Career Services team and was extremely excited about this part of the service as she had no idea how to get a role in the industry.

StudentCare™

Chelsea had a demonstration on the platform prior to enrolling so she could get a feel for how the training would work. She loved how easy it was to navigate and the live labs. Chelsea worked closely with our StudentCare™ team every step of the way. They loved working with her as she was extremely motivated and always wanted to put her full effort into it. Chelsea was initially nervous she would not be able to do the training due to having no IT background what so ever, but with the help of StudentCare™ and her own determination, she flew through the certifications.

Career Services 

Chelsea started working with Career Services right from the start of her enrolment. She wanted guidance around different avenues within Cyber. She got advice of ways of combining her previous experience as well as new skills gained from her training. Tabatha, from our Career Services team, gave her advice every step of the way. Chelsea did not realise how broad the roles were within this sector. When she initially spoke with Tabatha, she lacked confidence and was nervous even thinking about applying for roles. Tabatha consistently checked in with her and encouraged her to give it a go. She helped Chelsea to tailor her CV and ensure it was marketable in the sector, as well as shifting the focus of her LinkedIn profile. They looked at different roles in the industry and decided on a career path that would make the most of Chelsea’s transferable skills as well as her new technical skill set. Chelsea started applying for roles and began getting interviews quickly. She ended up having multiple offers. Tabatha helped her to navigate these conversations and decide what was the best role for her. Chelsea is now working for Loop Secure as an Executive Sales Associate within the Cyber team.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a role as an Executive Sales Associate (Cyber Security) for Loop Secure

Chelsea says:

“The enrolment process was really easy and I found the consultant so supportive and helpful, and definitely is the reason I ended up enrolling (thanks to the hours spent on the phone discussing the industry with me!). It was extremely helpful that she explained the different avenues you can go down because it really opened my eyes to a world of opportunities that I had no idea about.

StudentCare™ were really helpful and motivating. They were always so responsive and really understood the sense of urgency I had when it came to booking exams, etc.

My journey with Career Services was absolutely amazing, Tabatha was so helpful when I was applying for jobs and has been just great at keeping me positive and motivated. She taught me so much and is probably the reason why I ended up in the role I’m now in as well.

Overall, I am extremely glad I did this course, because even though I have ended up in a sales role rather than a technical role, even just within my first week it has helped so much – understanding the terminology and being able to visualise how the services that I’m selling work…plus, just having the “certification” behind me to be able to validate that I know what I’m talking about, it gives me more credibility when talking to executives and highly skilled IT personnel that I’ve been speaking to in my role. I’m glad that Tabatha explained the different avenues to me, because I have been able to get into a role that is perfect for me – a combination of cyber security and client/relationship management. If I hadn’t completed this course I wouldn’t have felt confident to apply for the role that I’m in I don’t think! And if I hadn’t have explored cyber security in the first place, I wouldn’t have even known that such a role that I’ve ended up in existed and was in such high demand.”

Reason for enrolling

Hernan had enquired with Learning People to find out further information on the Cyber Security courses we offer as he had completed a level 6 IT Diploma however, felt he had not learnt the practical skillset to start looking for employment and starting a career in Cyber Security. After an extensive conversation with his Senior Careers Consultant Tim, they had created a set career pathway for Hernan to embark on.

StudentCare™

Hernan’s StudentCare™ Consultant Alex went through a full, comprehensive training orientation the day after Hernan enrolled to ensure he was comfortable with using the training platform and understood the examination process. StudentCare™ also arranged regular catch-up calls with Hernan to ensure he was tracking within his set goals and completing the training with all questions answered along the way. StudentCare™ also assisted with recommendations on e-books and additional resources via the platform which assisted Hernan with his study journey.

Career Services 

Hernan’s Career Services Consultant Mikayla went through a very extensive CV Consult to start off with, this allowed them to discuss any amendments needed as well as adding the relevant certifications to showcase these skills to employers. Next was a LinkedIn page analysis followed by a LinkedIn Networking consult to discuss searching for roles, how to use LinkedIn and start Networking. Career Services also completed several interview preparation sessions with Hernan to ensure he was as prepared as possible and was comfortable with the interviewing process. Career Services were also here for Hernan when he had industry and market questions throughout his journey.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Obtained a Cyber Security Analyst role at Spark

Hernan says:

“When I first enrolled in the program I wasn´t fully sure how it was going to work out, but I felt confident that the material and support I would receive would be useful and sufficient. The first month of studying was mainly adaptation and focusing on finding a structure or routine to make it as efficient as possible, and, with help of Student Care and Career Advisor I was able to make my studying time even more efficient. It is impressive how much material is available for each course/certification, it could be overwhelming trying to decide where to start or what to do next but once I was done with my first cert, everything became easier and better planned for the upcoming challenges. I could not be happier with the assistance I received from both the Student Care and

Career Services consultant that were assigned to me. Both were extremely easy to talk to, present at the right times, and always provided guidance and motivation to push me in the right direction. I wouldn´t have completed the program as quickly as I did nor gotten the job I finally signed up for without their help. Thank you very much The Learning People, Alex Davison, and Mikayla Davison for this life-changing experience. I have now achieved something that many would have thought to be impossible but that can be done, all that is needed is determination and the right help.”

Reason for enrolling

Lenard has years of experience in the IT field and mainly worked in Service Desk/IT Support type roles. Lenard knew it was time for career advancement and wanted to fill in any knowledge gaps and validate his Cyber Security skills. Lenard had a great discussion with his senior Career Consultant Adam, regarding the benefits of gaining international certifications and the progression within IT and came up with a course collection that was best suited for him and where he wants to go in his career.

StudentCare™

The StudentCare™ team spoke with Lenard within the first few days of his enrolment to ensure he was comfortable with using the platform features and understood the exam and support process too. StudentCare™ touched base with Lenard occasionally, to check in and remind him of the support as he was a very independent learner and was happy to reach out when needing to discuss obtaining an examination voucher or needing general support.

Career Services 

Career Services started to support Lenard once he began obtaining his certifications. His Career Services Consultant Mikayla completed a full CV, Cover Letter and LinkedIn review and ran through some tips and ideas on how to improve these and become more visible with displaying his IT skills and certifications successfully.

The results

• CompTIA A+ CORE, Network+, Security+, PenTest +
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Security Analyst at Paraflare

Lenard says:

“I felt excited and nervous at the same time when enrolling. Excited because it was a period where I knew I needed to do something to improve my career and I wanted to learn new things which would also help fill in some gaps and re-validate my knowledge in IT overall. Nervous because naturally failure and doubt does come into one’s mind when taking on something new where you don’t know what the outcome may be and where it will take you. Thankfully, we know where this led to in time with an awesome outcome. The course materials in the form of videos are fantastic and cover a lot of areas a standard study All-in-one book would do. The practice labs and exam simulations prepare you very well for the exam.

The support is fantastic, 5 out of 5. Anytime I would email or call with any questions or concerns and even looking new courses to do, book exams, help with improving a resume and cover letter. I always received an answer along with the relevant information to improve my job hunting prospects. As I progressed with my study and certifications, I was ready to try and find a new job in Cyber Security. There was at times struggle on my own to get more job interviews my way so when I reached out again for help Mikayla from career services, she provided me the information to improve my resume and cover letter to stand out more which eventually landed me a new role in Cyber Security.”

Reason for enrolling

Fynn first inquired with Learning People when he was 18, he wanted to get a role within Networking and Security. Fynn had always had an interest in Cyber Security. During his time at high school, he had dabbled in some networking but never had any proper training. The schools in his area did not have options that would suit him, and he knew he needed to study in order to gain a role in the industry. Fynn had no idea where to start when it came to what certifications and training, he needed. He spoke with Tyler, one of our Senior Career Consultants, who discussed his goals and recommended him a course collection that would help him pursue his dream of becoming a Cyber Security Analyst. Fynn had also lost his part-time role due to Covid, so knew this was the right time to take the plunge and set himself up for the future.

StudentCare™

Fynn loved that he had support from StudentCare™ whenever he needed it. He was nervous about online learning and did not know where to start. StudentCare™ did an orientation with him and showed him the platform and how to access everything he needed to get started with his training. Fynn was then feeling extremely excited to get going and was happy to have regular discussions with his StudentCare™ Consultant to help keep him on track. He loved using the live labs and the fact he was able to learn in a practical style. Whenever Fynn needed support, advice or just a check in call to keep him on track, he could get it from his StudentCare™ Consultant. This made his journey run smoothly which he was thankful for.

Career Services 

Since Fynn was new to the workforce, he was excited about the help from Career Services. Tabatha, in our Career Services team, got in touch with Fynn and made plan to get started. They began by doing a CV consultation. He needed help with how to tailor his CV towards the IT sector and ensure his new skillset was highlighted. From there they moved on to his LinkedIn profile, Fynn had never really used the platform, so they worked together on how to set everything up and ensure he was marketing himself in the best way. Tabatha also helped Fynn network with people in the sector and approach potential organisations he wanted to work for. This was all a daunting process for Fynn since he was completely new to it and Career Services made sure to support him every step of the way and ensure he felt confident. Once he secured and interview, we coached him on his interview techniques and practiced answering questions. Fynn is now thrilled to be working as an Associate Analyst for one of the leading Cyber Security Firms in Australia.

The results

• CompTIA A+ CORE, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Analyst at CyberCX

Fynn says:

“When I first started studying with The Learning People, I was a bit nervous as there were a lot of options, ranging from the course material to the labs and to the online textbooks there is a lot to dive into. Once I got into the material, I found that it was well structured and concise, each course led into the next in an intelligent and easy to follow way, and if you felt like you wanted a better understanding of any subject you could dive into the labs. And if that wasn’t enough to grasp an understanding of the subject you could turn to the Student Care Consultant to get a 1 on 1 learning experience.

After you have completed your courses your Career Services Consultant will help to tailor your resume and online presence to give you the best chance possible of getting into the field. After working with my Career Services Consultant, Tabatha I landed a job as an Analyst for one of the leading Cyber Security firms and I couldn’t be happier!”

Reason for enrolling

Jaci contacted Learning People as she was unsure of the IT career pathway she wanted to pursue, but knew that she wanted a career within tech. After discussing her options with her Senior Career Consultant Sarah, Jaci enrolled in the Cyber Security Analyst course collection and soon commenced her studies.

StudentCare™

Jaci engaged with Erin from the StudentCare™ team to complete a full training orientation of the platform and to discuss study techniques to assist with working and studying at the same time. The StudentCare™ team continued to work alongside Jaci to ensure she was able to work her way through the remainder of the course successfully.

Career Services 

Mikayla from the Career Services team started working with Jaci within the first 3 weeks of her enrolment and completed a full CV review, LinkedIn profile review and discussed networking techniques on LinkedIn and covered some market and industry related topics. Within 2.5 months of enrolling, Jaci has secured herself an entry level Service Desk job.

The results

• Obtained a role as a Service Desk Technician at Kinetic

Jaci says:

“When I first enrolled, I felt a bit apprehensive of the workload I had just taken on; but quickly felt supported and encouraged to branch out into an industry that was new to me. The learning platform is user friendly and has an extensive library for any topics that I needed to take a better look at. Mikayla (Career Services Consultant), Erin (StudentCare™ Representative), Sarah (Senior Career Consultant) have all been an absolute pleasure to deal with anytime I’ve needed study/career support; and have been fantastic at encouraging me through the transition into the industry and are always happy and available to help. I’m very happy with my experience so far – and look forward to the rest of my journey with such a great team of people.”

Reason for enrolling

Alex first inquired with Learning People back in 2020, his background as a Sky Diving Instructor was extremely exciting but not necessarily stable. He is originally from Romania but has travelled to many places with his Sky Diving career.

He loved being in New Zealand and wanted to find something that would allow him to continue to work here, but also give him the flexibility to travel. After being made redundant due to COVID, he knew he needed to make a change into a career that would provide him job security and a challenging but exciting career path.

Alex had always had an interest in IT and after speaking with Darcia, one of our Senior Career Consultants, he was able to figure out what area would be best. Alex had tried to learn some coding but found it challenging without support. He loved the sound of all the extra support Learning People offered and after speaking to Darcia, he knew Cyber Security was the right area for him.

StudentCare™

Alex was looking forward to getting stuck into the training. He liked that he had additional support to help him manage his time and fit the training in around his busy lifestyle. Our StudentCare™ team had regular contact with Alex which he loved. He liked that he could tailor their support to how he needed it and whatever would suit him best. He swapped between emails and phone calls depending on his schedule. Alex also enjoyed that he could access his training whenever he was free, his work schedule could be a bit challenging so this was very important to him.

Career Services 

Alex was introduced to Career Services as soon as he enrolled, they decided he would start the process when he was nearing the end of his certifications. When he was ready, he got in touch with Career Services and began the process. They worked together on his CV and LinkedIn profile and found ways of tailoring them towards Cyber Security. Alex did not know anyone in the industry here in New Zealand so was starting fresh with his networking. He followed to advice of Career Services and was able to meet new people in the industry and secure interviews. Career Services guided him through the interview process and made sure he felt confident and knew what to expect. We are excited to say Alex has now secured a role as a SOC Analyst.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• Obtained a role as a SOC Analyst for Advantage

Alex says:

“I have been very happy with my experience with Learning People. I loved the access to courses, labs, and practice tests but the best part is having the people from StudentCare and Career Services on your side. StudentCare consistently checked in with me and helped me stay on track with my training even when my life was busy. Career Services then helped me a lot with setting up my CV and LinkedIn profile. They helped me prepare for my interviews and made sure I felt prepared and confident. Shout-out to Tabatha, Alex, Julia, and Darcia ..Thank you.”

Reason for enrolling

Mei took a leap of faith and enquired with Learning People so she could start to progress in her career and earn a better salary. Mei had worked in technical support for 4 years and had roles within tiers 1 and 2 support and really felt it was time to advance her career and understood that getting international certifications would help her to do this. After having an extensive conversation with Scott, one of our Senior Career Consultants, Mei decided to undertake the Cyber Security Analyst with CCNA course collection and start her journey with Learning People.

StudentCare™

Mei completed a training demonstration with Hollie in the Student Care team so she could understand how the training is conducted and to ask any additional questions she may have had. Upon enrolment, Mei also went through a training orientation to ensure she was 100% comfortable with the training platform and exam process. Mei is receiving continuous support via email and telephone from Hollie to ensure she is on track with her goals and kept up to date with any important information during her study journey.

Career Services 

Mei engaged with Mikayla in our Career Services team a few months into her training and obtained continuous support on career progression, updating her CV, LinkedIn, and extensive networking skills on LinkedIn. Step by step instructions and resources were provided to make these steps easier so Mei could continue to move forward and progress with her job search.

The results

• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+
• Obtained a role as a Technical Support Specialist at Lenovo

Mei says:

“I find the course layout and training platform very easy to navigate and helpful. The staff at Learning People take the time to assist you and ensure you are meeting all your study goals on time. The mentoring team is very helpful and always there when you need them via email.

I want to thank Learning People for providing this course and offering your assistance and services to students despite their busy schedules. Despite my new job change, I would like to complete my Cyber Security course which is possible with the assistance from the Student Care team. I highly recommend Learning People for busy professionals.”

Reason for enrolling

After being made redundant from his role due to Covid, Paul was looking to upskill and gain confidence to re-enter the workforce. Paul had an extensive background working in senior IT management but wanted to get into a role that was more hands on. Paul enquired with Learning People and one of our Senior Career Consultants got in touch with him. She guided him through course options after listening to his background and goals for the future. Paul was interested in Cyber Security but also wanted an element of Project Management. We made sure to accommodate this and found the best certifications to suit him.

StudentCare™

Paul started working with StudentCare™ straight away, he was eager to get started and jumped straight into the training. StudentCare™ consistently checked in with Paul and encouraged him. Paul loved that he could contact them whenever he had questions and felt very supported throughout his journey. Paul was using multiple platforms for his training and was able to get a walk through them whenever he needed it. He also enjoyed the quick response when he needed an exam voucher. Our StudentCare™ team thoroughly enjoyed working with Paul and were impressed with his consistent achievements.

Career Services 

Paul began working with Career Services after he had completed his first few certifications. Tabatha, in the Career Services team, introduced herself and made a plan to support Paul. He explained what his goals were and what sort of role he would be looking for. Paul was nervous to look for a role again as it had been a while since he was made redundant. Tabatha consistently encouraged him and made sure he felt confident in himself and his skills. They worked on his CV together to ensure it was tailored towards Cyber Security and the right companies would notice him. They also fine tuned his Linkedin to ensure it read well and would highlight his previous experience as well as his new certifications. Lastly, Tabatha went over interview preparation to ensure Paul was feeling prepared and confident going into the interview. We are now thrilled that Paul has gained a role working as a Senior Data and Analytics Consultant for Aurecon.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+
• PRINCE2® Agile
• Obtained a role as a Senior Data and Analytics Consultant for Aurecon

Paul says:

“My original contact at Learning People (via LinkedIn) was Henrietta who encouraged me to consider a package of network, cyber security and project management certifications as a means to build

upon the solid foundations of 20 years of senior IT management experience. This turned out to be good advice and a wise investment, following my redundancy.

Right from the word go, my Student Care Support contact provided great support as well as a walk through of the learning platform, including the Live Labs. David was a primary contact throughout my learning journey. It was with David that I would share my exam successes and also request exam vouchers as I approached exam readiness for the next certification. He also provided expert encouragement and advice throughout the learning journey.

I have found the learning portal to be both useful and intuitive. It provides access to learning materials in the form of videos, eBooks and text documents as well as providing quizzes and exam prep. Perhaps the most useful section is the Live Labs that allows you to run virtual machines and simulate cyber attack scenarios in a safe learning environment.

Since starting I have now passed a number of useful technical certifications. In the latter stages of my learning journey I was introduced to Tabatha, an expert Career Services Consultant. With Tabatha’s assistance I have been able to refine my CV as well as my LinkedIn profile. Tabatha also provided invaluable advice in relation to my job search strategy, including assistance with interview skills and cover letter formulation. I have recently landed a very exciting role and I will commence work as a Senior Data and Analytics consultant in mid April with a global engineering consultancy, thanks in no small part to the learnings as well as the support and advice I received from the team at Learning People.

Throughout my journey I have benefitted from the good natured and extremely helpful, supportive and responsive team from Learning People. Very special shout-out to Henrietta, David, Tabatha, Julia, and Robin. Looking forward to more learning down the track!”

Reason for enrolling

Onur had been working as a Solutions Architect at a large bank for around 10 years. He felt as though he reached his peak in the role and could not progress any further. He wanted to transition into more of a Cyber Security role and had been researching what certifications he would need to do this. He had already inquired with some other providers but found they did not have the range that he was looking for, or the support Learning People offer. After speaking with Robin, one of our Senior Career Consultants, he was impressed by the certifications and the support Learning People provided. He enrolled and could not wait to get started.

StudentCare™

Onur got stuck into the training right away. He loved the immediate support from the StudentCare™ team. Onur was impressed that he was able to have free resits if he needed them. We ensured that he was passing his practice exams to a high level to guarantee he would be successful in the final exam. He utilised the StudentCare™ team to keep him on track with his studies and had regular check in calls to keep him accountable. Onur completed his exams successfully and was thankful for the support.

Career Services 

Career Services called Onur upon enrolment and introduced the service, he wanted to focus on the training initially. After completing the first couple of certifications, Onur wanted to begin networking on LinkedIn to ensure he was marketing himself to the right people. Julia guided him through this process as well as assisting him with his CV. After updating his LinkedIn Onur was approached on the platform for a role. He ended up getting offered the role and had a counter offer from his existing company. Career Services gave him advice around these conversations, he was offered a role with a higher salary which was one of his goals. Onur will now be working as a Security Architect for BUPA.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+, Advanced Security Practitioner
• Obtained a role as a Security Architect for BUPA

Onur says:

“Enrolling was easy and I found the Robin to be extremely helpful and gave me excellent advice. I found the course material and content to be very good, but most of all the hands on Labs to be a great tool in understanding the implementation of skills required. My StudentCare™ Consultant, was great in providing help and assistance especially from a difficult student at times. I also enjoyed working with Career Services and was relieved to have their support when navigating conversations for multiple offers. It’s not just the courseware and people you interact with, but the confidence and guidance they provide that I am truly thankful for.”

Reason for enrolling

Caelun enquired with Learning People in April 2021. He was in his final year of completing a Bachelor of Security Studies. Caelun had been researching different certification options, as he felt like his degree had given him a good theoretical understanding but didn’t have the practical skills he needed to get into the industry. He spoke with Tim, one of our Senior Career Consultants and figured out what certifications were going to be best for him. Tim got an understanding of his background and what his future goals were, then was able to recommend the best options for him. Caelun knew the value of industry certifications and after speaking with Tim, he was confident this was the perfect option for him.

StudentCare™

StudentCare™ took Caelun through his Orientation straight away, he was very eager to get started. Because he was already studying towards his University degree and working a part-time job, he had a very busy schedule. The Student Care team worked closely with him to create a personalised study plan that would allow him to juggle his existing commitments.

Caelun made excellent progress and flew through the training. He wanted to get his certifications done by the time he finished his degree. Student Care made sure to work with him and plan for this so he could achieve his goal. When Caelun had his university exams, he reduced the amount of time he would put into his online training, then in the holidays he was able to put more hours in. Caelun loved that the training was completely self-paced and allowed for his changing schedule.

Career Services 

Career Services got in touch with Caelun in his first week, they discussed his goals and made a plan to start working together once he finished his first two certifications. Tabatha, one of our Career Services Consultants, continued to check in with him regularly and adjusted their plan to work in with his University schedule.

Tabatha helped Caelun tailor his CV towards Cyber Security. They focused on highlighting his transferable skills as well as the technical skills he has gained in his certifications. They also discussed his LinkedIn profile, Caelun was new to this so Tabatha had a few calls to go over the networking side of things and getting him in front of the right people.

Caelun achieved his goal and finished up his degree and his first two certifications. From there he had several interviews, Tabatha did interview preparation for these and made sure he was comfortable throughout this process. Caelun has now been offered a role working as a Cyber Security Consultant for QBE, he will be doing Internal Penetration Testing within his role and could not be happier!

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security +
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Security Consultant at QBE

Caelun says:

“Starting my CompTIA certifications with the Learning People was a pretty big step for me to undertake during my final year of university and one which could have proven to be extremely stressful. Thanks, however, to my extremely supportive Student Care Consultant David and Career Services Consultant Tabatha the process was anything but stressful. I was able to focus on the course materials knowing that any technical, process or career development questions I may have could be easily answered by an email or phone call. Thanks to Tabatha’s help I was able to refine my resume and Linkedin and begin growing my connections which ultimately helped immensely in landing my dream job within the space of a year. I cannot recommend the Learning People strongly enough and would encourage anyone considering a certification with them to reach out and get started.”

Reason for enrolling

Kit unfortunately lost his job during the pandemic as a Pilot for Virgin Airways, an industry he had been in for 15 years. He was faced with a very difficult decision to either wait out the pandemic or re-skill into a new career. He spoke with one of our Senior Career Consultants Tessa, who advised him on a career in Cyber Security that would provide him with stability and eventually a comparable salary to his past role as a Pilot.

StudentCare™

Kit began working extremely hard on his certifications from the start. He engaged with the StudentCare™ team and used their services to ensure he could complete his studies promptly. Kit showed dedication and perseverance which allowed him to work through his international certifications quickly. StudentCare™ offered him guidance throughout this process and helped Kit with anything he needed.

Career Services 

Kit started working with Career Services when he had completed his first few international certifications. He was still quite nervous about the change to his career even at this stage and was second-guessing if it would work. Career Services helped him with his CV and LinkedIn profile but also taught him how to network, and more importantly, interview coaching when the time arose. He had some delays along the way with changes of start dates to his role due to COVID-19, however, persevered and ultimately succeeded by securing a Cyber Security Advisor role with Datacom.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
• Obtained a role as a Cyber Security Advisor – Datacom

Kit says:

“With the outbreak of Covid, I found myself out of what I thought was a life-long career as an airline pilot. After much soul-searching and many conversations about my future, I found myself talking to Tessa from Learning People.

We had a few conversations and then came up with a plan to train for a new direction in my life but also emphasize and build on my strengths. I moved into training for a new job in Cyber Security, and after passing a few certifications I began to have a chat with the team in Career Services.

Julia helped me put my new certifications alongside my other marketable skills into a presentable and honest package for potential employers. Julia and the team helped me refine my CV to make it stand out to employers and had a lot of great advice. With their help, and my skill set, I was able to secure a job, as a Cyber Security Advisor with an excellent company in Christchurch, where I have huge career potential going forward. The whole team at Learning People has helped me achieve a huge life change and has been awesome in their support along the way.”

Reason for enrolling

Nathan had been working in Administration and Help Desk roles and really wanting to take the step into Cyber Security. After completing a Diploma and still struggling to find work in the area as his qualification was more theory-based, he did some research and found Learning People. After having a discussion with one of our Senior Career Consultants and viewing the platform in a demonstration, he was excited to get enrolled.

StudentCare™

StudentCare™ engaged with Nathan straight away. He was always extremely thankful for their help and found it very beneficial.

He flew through his first few vendor certification exams, utilizing the training platform and live labs.StudentCareTM found Nathan great to work with, he was extremely motivated. He had to juggle his training with a young family and a full-time job, so StudentCareTM put a study plan in place for him to ensure that he could manage this and stay on track to complete all his international certifications.

Career Services 

As Nathan had been looking for a new role for some time with no success, he was excited for this part of the process. Career Services began working with Nathan and gave him advice around his CV and LinkedIn profile. They gave him advice on how to make specific and relevant industry connections to ensure he was seen by the right people. Thanks to the help from Career Services as well as Nathan’s dedication and commitment, he was able to secure a role as a Junior Pentester.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, Project+
• Certified Ethical Hacker
• Obtained a role as an Associate Security Consultant (Junior Pentester) at Volkis

Nathan says:

“Enrolling was straightforward and the team were wonderful. I was very excited to get started and powered through my first few modules. The course materials and labs were good. I found I had access to the textbooks and references I needed to complete the modules I attempted. I did not need to use any exam retakes which I think is a testament to the courses themselves. The StudentCare™ team was wonderful. Any time I had an issue or a question they were quick to respond and happy to assist. I thank them for their hard work.

I started working with Julia from Career Services after finishing the first couple of certifications. She took time to understand my position and that I did not have a lot of spare time. She gave me advice that was direct and concise and most importantly prioritised. I was able to take that advice and make relevant changes to my resume, slowly make the changes to my LinkedIn and start making the appropriate connections.Julia was extremely helpful.  All credit to her.”

Reason for enrolling

Michiya enrolled with Learning People on the Cyber Security Professional course collection in April 2021. He ran his own company in the music industry. After having a strong presence online, he realized how valuable cyber security was. Michiya was extremely interested in this industry and wanted to start a career in it. He knew he needed formal certifications to make this possible, so he got in touch with Learning People.

StudentCare™

Michiya was an excellent student, he was able to work through his first few certifications efficiently. Michiya loved the support from StudentCareTM, he was always receptive to their help and made sure he engaged with them on a regular basis. He wanted to complete his certifications quickly and found this contact extremely helpful. David in our StudentCare™ team continuously support Michiya and assisted him with all examination bookings.

Career Services 

Michiya began working with Career Services after finishing off his first two certifications. Since Michiya was completely new to the industry, he wanted help tailoring his CV to cyber security. Career Services worked with Michiya to adjust his CV, highlighting transferable skills from his previous industry. They also consulted him on his LinkedIn profile and helped him network with the right people. We are thrilled to say due to Michiya’s new networking skills he got an interview with Grant Thornton and has now obtained a new role as a Risk Consultant in the cyber security team.

The results

• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+
• New role: Risk Consultant (Cyber Security) – Deloitte

Michiya says:

“It’s been an absolute pleasure learning with Learning People! Duncan provided an easy-to-follow, step-by-step program and the team genuinely cares about your progress. David from StudentCareTM supported me throughout my journey and helped me progress at the pace I wanted. Tabatha, my Career Services Consultant also went above and beyond to help me to get to where I needed to be.”

Reason for enrolling

Devang spent most of his career working within the Finance sector. After working as a Credit Assessor, he felt like he was stuck and had peaked with his current company. He always had a passion for IT and knew he wanted to get into Cyber Security.

Devang was nervous about taking a chance and changing his career as this is extremely uncommon where he is originally from. After speaking with one of our Senior Career Consultants Adam he knew now was the time. Devang was excited to jump into the training and finally make the change in his career.

StudentCare™

StudentCare™ were immediately impressed with Devang’s training. He made great progress on the first certification. Even when he felt he was not moving quick enough, StudentCareTM were able to reassure him and keep him on track.

After being made redundant from his role, Devang was extremely stressed and nervous and found it hard to keep on track with his study. StudentCareTM ensured that he focused and made accommodations to support him while he found a new role.

Career Services 

Devang was extremely eager to start working with Career Services. He was nervous about this part of the process and his lack of industry experience. Tabatha from Career Services consistently reassured him. He had consultations around his CV, LinkedIn and how to network in the industry. After a lot of encouragement, Devang worked hard to grow his connections and become visible on the platform.

Career Services coached him through interview preparation to ensure he was prepared and felt confident having these conversations. Every time Devang doubted himself, we were able to encourage him and remind him he had excellent experience and after completing the certifications, he had the right practical/technical skills to do the role. We are extremely proud to say, Devang has been offered a role as a SOC Analyst for a large international Security Software and Hardware company where he will be working remotely.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+
• Obtained employment as a SOC Analyst at Sophos

Devang says:

“I have felt greatly supported by career services, especially by Tabatha. The journey hasn’t been smooth to transition my career but Tabatha has been in touch and helped navigate the competitive market to secure my first role in cybersecurity. The whole team has been extremely helpful and instrumental to my success.”

Reason for enrolling

Tina enrolled with us in the Certified Ethical Hacker collection. She had been at home for 10 years, caring for her family, and wanted to get back into the workforce. Tina had previously worked in medical administration, but wanted to try something new. She was bored, really, and itching for a new career, and cyber security appealed to her. She also wanted to work remotely so that she could have a healthy balance of a satisfying career and time with her family.

StudentCare™

Tina was a nervous student to begin with, but weekly calls and accountability check-ins with StudentCareTMreally helped her studies take off. StudentCareTM helped fill in any knowledge gaps she stumbled across. By following the training materials carefully, making use of the support we provide, and doing her own research, Tina was able to pace herself and obtain her core certifications. By the time she had achieved the Security+, she was absolutely flying. Her confidence and sheer determination combined with 1-to-1 support from StudentCareTM got her where she wanted to be. Tina was a total pleasure to work with and we are so proud of her success.

Career Services 

Tina wanted to complete her training prior to looking for work, so started working with Career Services 5 weeks ago. Since then, Tina has updated her CV and embraced LinkedIn and other social media platforms to get connected with her peers and future employers within cyber security. Tina secured two interviews and was offered both jobs. During the process, she had to prepare for a complex interview but was also asked to conduct a scenario report as part of her testing. In the end, Tina accepted a Cyber Security Analyst role with Interactive where she can work remotely.

The results

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+, PenTest+
• EC Council – Certified Ethical Hacker
• Obtained employment as a Cyber Security Analyst at Interactive

Tina says:

“Being a more ‘mature’ woman, it was daunting to consider re-entering the workforce, but the ladies at Learning People were so helpful with this. It only took a quick phone call with Julia to convince me that I could do this, and over the period of my study, she and Laura in StudentCareTM have supported me every step of the way. To date, I have passed CompTIA 220-1001, 220-1002, Network+ and Security+, Pen Test+ and the Certified Ethical Hacker – FIRST TIME, EVERY TIME! If you’re considering reskilling, this is a GOOD option. I recommend Learning People to help with YOUR journey.”

Reason for enrolling

Bradley enrolled with Learning People in February 2021. After working in real estate for 6 years, he was looking for a change. Bradley always had a passion for tech and had been thinking about getting certified for a while. He did some research and came across Learning People.

After speaking with Conor, one of our Senior Career Consultants, he knew this was the right decision for him and was excited to jump onboard.

StudentCare™

Bradley began working with StudentCare™ straight away – he was extremely motivated and a great student to support. StudentCare™ kept Bradley on track and helped him juggle studying with working full-time and his family commitments. Thanks to his own dedication and consistent encouragement from our StudentCare™ team, Bradley was able to complete his certifications within the time frames he set out for himself.

Career Services 

Bradley was new to cyber security, so Career Services got started with him straight away. They consulted with him on his CV and LinkedIn profile, and got him started with networking and growing his digital presence.

He connected with the right people and was able to find a role that combines his real estate experience with his cyber certifications. Bradley now has a role as a Cyber Security Customer Relationship and Business Development Manager.

The results

• CompTIA Network+
• Currently studying S+, CySA+, PenTest+ and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• Obtained employment as Cyber Security Customer Relationship and Business Development Manager for CyberSec People

Bradley says:

"Browsing the internet trying to find suitable courses and certifications to transition to cyber security can be very exhausting and overwhelming. I am so happy that I came across Learning People for my training and certifications in cyber security. 

I felt like Conor, the Career Consultant, listened to what I was saying and built a course around what he felt I would succeed at and be interested in. They also were extremely attentive to my needs, and as someone who makes decisions quickly, this was a huge plus! I felt like my StudentCare™ Consultant wasn’t too pushy and always tried to support me.  

I cannot speak highly enough about the course content and web platform that I have been provided. Many online learning platforms for CompTIA certifications can offer great videos and learning resources, but where Learning People excels is in the virtual labs. These labs give so much practical, hands-on exposure to the learning concepts. A lot of people comment that the Security+ content is too high-level and not practical enough, but with Learning People’s labs I have had the opportunity to hack with Kali Linux, create my own malware, and infect Windows systems in real time! Since I have started my journey, I have now added on additional courses and certifications to keep improving. As someone who has used a number of other free online resources, the value is demonstrated in the practice labs and exams from Learning People.  

There is a huge added value of having constant support from the Career Services team. Free online platforms don’t offer the 1-on-1 tailored service that you get with Learning People. I always feel like I am supported with learning and building my career profile within cyber security. Learning People even helped me prepare my LinkedIn profile for maximum exposure which ultimately landed me my first job in the industry. This is really seamless customer experience from start to finish and I am certainly an advocate for their highly modern and effective services.” 

Reason for enrolling

Ashley enrolled with the Learning People in August of 2020. She was originally working in Electronics but wanted a career change where she was able to have job security while also making use of her transferable skills. Ashley was always drawn to the idea of working in tech and had dabbled in Cisco training previously as well as coding, but after speaking with her Senior Career Consultant Chris she decided to take the plunge into cyber security.

StudentCare™

Ashley has worked incredibly hard to pass her certifications. Her dedication and perseverance have impressed all in StudentCareTM. Ashley has balanced study with full time work incredibly well. She took advantage of StudentCareTM for support with exam preparation and strategies around study planning and time management.

Career Services

Shortly after enrolling, Ashley started working with Career Services in September 2020. As per our process, we initially started reviewing Ashley’s CV and LinkedIn profile and provided recommendations for change. Ashley took on board our advice and started networking on LinkedIn, applying for roles on job boards and started talking to current students who had previously found employment to see if they could also help with any industry advice. She succeeded in gaining a role as a Cyber Security Analyst at Culture Amp in February 2021.

 
The results

• CompTIA Security+
• CCNA
• Obtained employment at Culture Amp as a Cyber Security Analyst

Ashley says:

“I cannot recommend the Learning People enough! Their course materials and their service have been unreal from the start. From day one I felt supported and guided genuinely by StudentcareTM who went above and beyond to assist me. The support from Career Services was essential to how I got my first job in Cyber Security. Transitioning into Cyber Security wouldn’t have been this smooth if not for them, I was pointed in the right direction, given the right resources, and I was up-skilled in just 6 months and then hired! Thank you Learning People I am immensely grateful!”

Reason for enrolling

When Liam started talking to Learning People, he was working as a Technician doing Cinema Servicing. He had already conducted a lot of self-training in all areas of IT, including coding and networking, but after speaking with us he realised that he wanted to pursue a career in Cyber Security and needed a structured course with great support.

StudentCare™

Liam was always such an incredibly positive and motivated student. Liam worked with StudentCare^TM on a weekly basis to begin with but then once he was underway, we touched base every few weeks. Liam worked tirelessly and really focussed on exam preparation with the support of his StudentCare^TM consultant Mikayla. Liam followed all guidance and direction and was an absolute pleasure to work with.

Career Services 

Liam waited until he had completed most of his certifications prior to working with Career Services. Liam was extremely open to taking on our advice and we were able to draw out more technical skills on his work experience to showcase necessary skills. He also embraced LinkedIn and enthusiastically networked with business and industry experts and successfully secured interviews for himself. Liam and Career Services worked closely preparing for interviews, and he got the offer he was hoping for. He is now working as a Security Consultant for CyberCX. 

The results

• CompTIA A +
• CompTIA Network +
• CompTIA Security+
• CCNA
• Obtained employment at CyberCX as a Security Consultant

Liam says:

“The Learning People have changed my life. In the span of a year I was able to upskill and gain the knowledge required to pursue my dream career. I can’t describe my experience with Learning People as anything other than positive, their student support team were always dedicated to helping me achieve my goals and the learning material was up to date and well structured. I would highly recommend The Learning People for anyone looking to pursue their dreams.”

Reason for enrolling

Tarun enrolled with Learning People in January of 2020. After working as a chef for 6 years and feeling unsatisfied and underpaid, he felt it was time to make a career change.

Tarun already had an interest in IT and coding. He had completed a 4 month Boot Camp in coding languages with a different provider but felt he still didn’t have the necessary skills to get in to a role in IT. He felt rushed and that there was no support at the end of the Boot Camp. Tarun got in touch with Learning People and never looked back.

StudentCare™

Tarun wanted to work through his certifications as quickly as possible. StudentCare™ began working with Tarun and scheduled regular check ins to ensure he was on track. StudentCare™ got an understanding of the amount of time Tarun was able to put in each week. They then worked with him to ensure he was able to successfully put aside the time for his training. He loved working with StudentCare™ and found the support extremely helpful.

Career Services 

Tarun utilised all the support Career Services offered him. Due to the fact he was changing industries, he wanted advice around ways of making himself look professional and standing out in the industry. Career Services consulted Tarun on his CV andLinkedIn and gave him advice on where to start when applying for potential jobs. Tarun has now successfully gained a role as a Support Analyst.

The results

• CompTIA A +
• CompTIA Network +
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA PenTest+
• Obtained a role as a Security Support Analyst for ACC NZ

Tarun says:

“When I first enrolled I felt nervous for a change but also excited to move my life in the right direction. I enjoyed the course and content and have found it very relevant to my current job. Virtual labs were also great. The Student Care support was amazing when I needed it, they were prompt and helpful. Career Services were very to the point which was great for me, they helped a lot with my CV and helped me get focused on where to start and what to do every day while I job hunted, and helped me to get in to my new job.”

Reason for enrolling

Yansen was already working within the tech industry when he enrolled with Learning People. He was looking to increase his employability and to find a stable career. Cyber security was the ideal career pathway to help him achieve this.

StudentCare™

Yansen responded incredibly well to learning online. He studied consistently and worked hard to pass his certifications.

David from our StudentCare™ team ensured Yansen remained supported throughout his studies and assisted him with all examination bookings.

Career Services 

Driven by his career goals, Yansen reached out to the Career Services team. He was already working as an IT Specialist but knew that the stability of the cyber security industry was what he was aiming for.

Career Services were able to quickly restructure his CV to add more detail and display his experience in a more marketable way. Following the team’s advice, Yansen utilised LinkedIn. He compiled a list of 50 relevant industry contacts to reach out to and start networking with. He secured an interview at Australia Post and landed the role. Yansen is now working as a Senior Project Manager within cyber security.

The results

• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Secured role at Australia Post as a Senior Project Manager (cyber security sector)

Yansen says:

“Learning People took the time to understand my current situation, and they were able to tailor the certification path accordingly. 

Throughout the journey, I received continuous support from the administrative perspective and course perspective by utilising the “ask mentor” function within the learning platform.”

Reason for enrolling

4 years before Andrew enrolled with us, he had suffered from a nasty car incident and needed to redirect his career. He wanted to focus on a career where he could help people and have stability in his employment, so he chose to train in cyber security.

StudentCare™

Andrew was incredibly nervous when he began his online training. Our StudentCareTM team offered the support he needed to improve his confidence. Andrew received calls every few days to allow him to lean on StudentCareTM and our team of expert mentors.

StudentCareTM delivered extensive support with revision and exam prep to ensure Andrew was at the top of his game.

“It has been amazing to see Andrew come from strength to strength over the last 11 months. He is thriving and living a life he never thought possible.” – StudentCare™

Career Services 

After gaining 3 CompTIA certifications, Andrew started working with our Career Services. The team offered advice to update his CV and helped him to highlight his career move from sales and manufacturing into cyber security.

With personalised interview preps and careers support, Andrew successfully gained a role in August 2020 with Quadnet as a Technical Support Analyst.

The results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network +
• CompTIA Security+
• Secured employment at Quadnet as a Technical Support Analyst

Andrew says:

“I was at a time in my life where I was not sure where I was heading as I had had a major car accident that changed my life forever. I saw an advert on Facebook for a course in Cyber Security so I replied. 

I couldn’t have been more impressed. Once I had explained my situation the support that I got was second to none. So I decided to study the course and I have not regretted it for a second”

Reason for enrolling

David had completed a degree in theology and always had an interest in technology. He didn’t know how to get into the tech industry in Australia, so he enquired with Learning People.

StudentCare™

David worked well with Mikayla from our StudentCareTM team and he successfully passed all his examinations on his first attempt. David utilised StudentCareTM for accountability calls and a study plan, and made fantastic use of all of the resources presented to him – we are incredibly proud of his achievements.

Career Services 

David was working in traffic management and was keen for a career change into the tech industry. He started working with our Career Services team in June 2020 where they worked on his CV to display his eagerness to gain a role within IT. The team ensured he presented his certification training and the technical skills he gained through Practice Labs effectively to employers.

David also followed Career Services’ guidance on using LinkedIn to network within the industry, particularly with recruiters and professionals. David took onboard all the advice given to him from the Career Services team and was successful in gaining a role with Telstra as a Network Operations Technical Support.

The results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• Secured employment at Telstra as a Network Operations Technical Support 

David says:

“I have had amazing help from the Australian branch of Learning People. They have helped me through some of the hard decisions I needed to make while encouraging me and pushing me to finish the course on time and gain a job in the industry. Great service!”

Reason for enrolling

Joe had been working as a Network Engineer for a number of years and was unfortunately made redundant due to COVID-19. He saw this as an opportunity to re-train into cyber security and is now upskilling with the required industry certifications, including CompTIA, EC Council and ISACA.

StudentCare™

Joe is a dedicated and hardworking student and always engages well with StudentCareTM. Joe passed his exams first time and responded well to all guidance and support offered. In the early stages of Joe’s enrolment, StudentcareTM offered support with a study plan and helped Joe to work out what his weekly study schedule looked like.

Career Services 

Joe started working with Career Services immediately as he was wanting to gain employment as soon as possible. Initially, Career Services reviewed his CV and ensured that all of his training was listed by ‘achieved’ and ‘yet to be achieved’, and then he started applying for jobs.

Joe networked a lot with the relevant recruitment agencies and was quickly sought after in the market. He gained 4 interviews over a 2 week period. The Career Services team spent a lot of time going through interview preparation with Joe. This included exploring the types of questions that might be asked and reviewing job descriptions.

The results

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• Secured employment at Tech Mahindra as a Network Engineer 

Joe says:

“I have completed 2 cyber security certifications, at a very fast pace, that I never thought I’d be able to complete. The program is very well structured to assist you in getting it done, they have assigned people to help me in my roadmap and right now I am very happy with my results and what I have achieved. 

Career Services helped me prepare for a new position which I am very happy with while I am in pursuit of my next security certifications. Words can’t explain how I feel right now with how Learning People have helped me to get me where I am today. I am excited for my future now”

Reason for enrolling

James enrolled with us in December 2019. At the time he was working within the building industry, but he had always wanted to pursue a career in cyber security.

StudentCare™

James trained efficiently while working full time and was keen to learn. Setting up a study plan that worked meant he completed his first two cyber security qualifications quickly. We are incredibly proud of his success.

Career Services 

In February, James contacted us and at that stage he thought he might like to relocate to Brisbane or Sydney. He then changed his plan when COVID-19 hit and he remained in Newcastle. James was a model student and listened to all advice from the team. We worked with James on his CV and helped set up his profile on LinkedIn. James was coached how to network in the market by using LinkedIn and how to register with the right recruitment agencies. He took all the advice on board and was subsequently interviewed over Skype, securing his first cyber security role within only a few months of enrolling.

The results

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
• CompTIA PenTest+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) – with a pass mark of 96%!
• Obtained employment at SwitchDin as a Software and Info Security Engineer

James says:

“I also wanted to take the opportunity to thank each of you for your support these last 12 months. Deciding to go with Learning People to achieve these starting cyber security certificates has been one of my best decisions to date and I will certainly be looking to come back in the future.”

Reason for enrolling:

Corey had been working as a plumber for nearly 8 years and wanted a fresh challenge that the tech industry could offer him.

As a tradesman he was apprehensive but motivated for the career change.

StudentCare™

Corey enrolled as a complete beginner and had no previous IT experience. He maintained an enviable work ethic throughout his student journey. StudentCareTM provided him with a study plan that worked alongside his full-time job and further support with time management.

StudentCare™ then continued to assist Corey, with regular check-in calls. He received some additional support with exam preparation and once he was ready, he passed multiple certifications, first time.

Career Services

The Career Services team offered Corey the support he needed to land his first tech role. He learnt how to network effectively and how to stand out to potential employers and recruiters. The team helped Corey to prepare for interviews and his hard work paid off.

The results

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA  Security+
• CCNA
• Microsoft Security Fundamentals
• Secured new role as a Global Cyber Security Governance Analyst at QBE

Corey says:

“In my past career as a commercial/domestic plumber, every day I improved the quality of life for hundreds of working class people. That was simply not enough for me, I wanted to protect thousands of people from hackers and cyber-attacks. 

“Learning People have gone above and beyond to support me in achieving my goals. I now have my dream job in tech and would recommend Learning People time and time again. They are life changers.”

Reason for enrolling:

Riekert had been working in different sales positions for the last 10 years, but was desperately unhappy. He had always wanted to work within the tech industry but was unsure how to make the first steps.

Riekert reached out to us and, after a detailed consultation with one of our Senior Career Consultants, enrolled onto our Cyber Security Analyst collection.

StudentCare™

Riekert was a complete beginner when it came to digital skills. After the first few sessions with StudentCareTM Riekert slowly started to realise his potential.

The team provided weekly 1 to 1 study sessions to motivate Reikert to success. The sessions included support with a study plan and time management. Gaining the practical skills through our live practice labs, Reikert quickly gained the technical skills required to work in the industry and validated these skills internationally with his certifications.

Career Services

Career Services offered Riekert support in boosting his employability. With the help of the team, he learnt how to build a network using LinkedIn and how to work with recruitment agencies.

Riekert’s work with Career Services ensured his globally recognised certifications were visible to hiring managers and recruiters. This led to incredible career opportunities with employers expressing how impressed they were with his level of technical skill and quickly offering him more responsibility within the tech sector.

The results

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA PenTest+
• Secured new position in Network Support at Houston Technology 

Riekert says:

“Now I am working in the industry it is awesome to wake up every morning and be excited for what I do in life for a job. Learning People has been awesome through every step of my journey.

“I never used to like studying, I actually hated it with a passion until I came to the Learning People where their support has been so amazing. I feel so enriched with what I have learnt that I will now always keep studying, and gaining higher level vendor certifications to advance my career.

“Thank you Learning People, you have been amazing”