How the SEE Program helped Christine take the next step
When Christine first joined the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program, she was looking for practical ways to strengthen her maths, reading, communication and digital skills. After discovering the program through the Work & Training website, she saw it as an opportunity to build confidence and develop skills that could support her both at work and in everyday life.
From day one, Christine felt welcomed into a supportive learning environment. She found the classroom engaging and inclusive, and appreciated her teacher’s positive and professional approach, which helped her feel comfortable learning alongside others.
While communication was one of the challenges she hoped to improve, the encouragement and support she received throughout the program helped her build confidence and continue developing her skills. With patient guidance and practical learning activities, Christine strengthened her numeracy, reading and digital literacy capabilities, enabling her to apply what she learned both in and beyond the classroom
A turning point came when Christine realised she was improving her skills in an environment where she felt comfortable, included and supported. That growing confidence gave her a stronger sense of belonging and the motivation to keep learning.
“I feel more confident in my current skill set and willing to find more opportunities to apply these skills in the future.”
Today, Christine is applying her new skills in her current employment and feels more independent in everyday life. The experience has also expanded her thinking about what might come next, with possibilities including further study through TAFE, tertiary education or university, as well as future employment opportunities.
For others considering the SEE Program, Christine encourages them to take the first step.
“Give it a try and experience a welcoming environment where you can learn well with others and receive positive support from the teacher.”
For Christine, the SEE Program wasn’t just about learning new skills. It was about gaining confidence, building independence and creating new opportunities for the future.