Family trains-up in IT 15:22

12:23 8th June 2009

A family in Doncaster have been giving it their all with computer training, completing 12 computer courses in seven months.

The Star newspaper reports the Thompson family - mother Jackie, son Andy and daughter Becci - have enjoyed learning new skills so much they have signed up to complete a further three courses.

Jackie is a medical records clerk at Doncaster Royal Infirmary and signed up first to take the courses at Doncaster College's Hub campus.

Her son decided to join after finishing a media course and Becci was last to join, says the newspaper.

Peter Beard, deputy head of the ICT Academy, told the Star: "The fact they have come out of this short period of time with 12 qualifications... is a testament to the hard work the family has put in over the recent months."

Taking the time to get qualifications in IT can help people looking for a career change.

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