The height of Diplomacy

Another outstanding PA joined the ranks of the Diploma elite yesterday when Tina Skilton, PA to the Controller of the RAF Benevolent Fund, received her certificate from Laura Richardson, 'PA of the Year' and herself a Diploma holder.

Of the programme, Tina said: “The Diploma was unquestionably challenging and APA do well to pack so much knowledge exchange into just 3 training days and 3 work-based assignments between the two modules; but this fast pace is essential for busy PAs with only a limited amount of time available to be away from the office. It could appear daunting but good PAs can handle a little pressure and the course is definitely representative of the modern PA role and gives out a host of career enhancing information and practical tips. I am proud to have been recognised as a professional PA and even prouder to now have the letters DipPA after my name to help enforce the point that I am serious about my job and keen to demonstrate my continuing career development."

Gareth Osborne of APA said: "Tina is a highly experienced senior PA working in a demanding environment. Her commitment and passion to learn new thinking and best practice is a credit to her and her employer alike. I'm glad she found it challenging and as a credible award it shouldn't be any other way."

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