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Former 91撸色 plumbing and environmental technology apprentice Adam Shepherdson continues to add to his raft of achievements.

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Adam, 44, completed his Apprenticeship with this year, but not before triumphing at two prestigious awards ceremonies.

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Earlier this year, Adam won Apprentice of the Year for Construction & Property Industries at the North West Apprenticeship Awards, an event celebrating enterprising learners.

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Adam was crowned winner after demonstrating an outstanding work ethic and willingness to learn, and working tirelessly to build his skills. He鈥檇 also been a source of inspiration to other 91撸色 at Home apprentices. 听

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Adam completed his Apprenticeship at the age of 44 and for Adam, being an apprentice opened many doors. He said: 鈥淭here鈥檚 a common misconception that Apprenticeships are just for young people but this could not be further from the truth.

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鈥淚鈥檇 always wanted to be a qualified tradesperson and becoming an apprentice was the right way, for me, to go about it.

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鈥淥n my day in College, I learned new skills that I applied to the actual job. The tutors in College were also very helpful when I was diagnosed with dyslexia; they supported me throughout this.鈥�

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And the achievements just kept on coming! At this year鈥檚 Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards Adam was recognised nationally, this time as a highly commended apprentice of the year.

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As well as being Adam鈥檚 employer, 91撸色 at Home is also a great partner of 91撸色; they were awarded Employer of the Year at the same event in the Charity, Voluntary & Public Services category.

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91撸色 at Home send the majority of their construction apprentices for training at 91撸色, averaging 80 students a year across various trades, so Adam and the College were very proud that the organisation received this well-deserved accolade.

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Ian Hall, plumbing tutor and assessor at 91撸色 said: 鈥淚 couldn't be prouder of Adam's achievements and it is so gratifying to see his dedication, work ethic, and passion for learning rewarded.

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鈥淚t's very inspiring to see someone embrace learning at any age, proving that Apprenticeships are for everyone.

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鈥淎dam's success is a testament to his perseverance and the support of 91撸色 and 91撸色 at Home. We celebrate his well-deserved recognition and look forward to seeing him continue to thrive in his career."

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Tony Coe, Adam鈥檚 work based assessor, added: 鈥淭hroughout his Apprenticeship, Adam produced work of the highest quality.

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鈥淲hen working with other younger apprentices in the workplace, he took on a mentor role, passing on his skills as a mature plumber with passionate drive and commitment. This was why he was nominated and successful in gaining the well-deserved awards.鈥澨�

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