Sunshine Stories from the Mímir Continuing Education Bridge for Early Years and Support Workers

Interest in Early Years Educator and Support Worker Bridge Mímis programme is growing in popularity as a practical and constructive course that is directly applicable to working with children. Student testimonials clearly demonstrate the significant impact the course can have on both professional skills and self-confidence.

Brynja Björg is one of those students who decided to take the plunge, after encouragement from a friend, and enrol on the course. She started by going to Practical skills assessment with Mími, she was able to significantly shorten her course duration. Verified competence is the combined skills that an individual has acquired through education, work and daily life. The assessment of verified competence involves evaluating and confirming these skills and is a good tool for career development and personal growth.

„The course has been very enjoyable and informative, and the teachers have been brilliant,“ says Brynja Björg.

What surprised her most was how well she managed to study after a long break from school, as she had not been in a classroom for 22 years.

„I discovered that I am very ambitious academically and gained confidence in myself.“

Brynja says the course has had a positive effect on her confidence at work.

„I received a variety of useful and interesting tools, both from teachers and fellow students, which I use every day at work.

She is positive about further study in the future and strongly encourages others to take the plunge:

„Just go for it – it's never too late to get an education.“

Elín Erna echoes this sentiment, describing her decision to embark on the course as an excellent and important one for her. She says the course was enjoyable, well-organised and closely connected to real-world work.

„What surprised me most was how varied and practical the course was. I was able to apply what I learned straight away in my work with children, which made the course both engaging and useful.“

According to her, the course has deepened her understanding of children's needs and how best to support their social and emotional development. She also feels more confident in her interactions with children, parents and colleagues.

„I have become better at reading children's behaviour and responding in a constructive way, as well as supporting their social skills and independence in a more purposeful manner.“

Elín strongly recommends the course and believes it strengthens people both professionally and personally.

„This is a rewarding course that opens up new opportunities and enhances one's work with children.“

The experiences of Brynja and Elín well reflect what many students experience: that the course provides practical tools, enhances professional skills and builds the self-confidence that is crucial in working with children.

Registration for the Early Years Educator and Support Worker Bridge ProgrammeThe course is in full swing for the autumn – those interested are encouraged to find out more about the course here and secure their place.