More PAs of Distinction

As the volume of Diploma courses increases then it is inevitable that the number of people achieving passes at distinction grade will also rise. But APA was thrilled to see two delegates attain the ultimate success in the first ever Newcastle diploma group.

Tara Chase of RPMI and Emma Henry of Newcastle University headed an impressive group of PAs completing their Diploma programme and taking the test in Newcastle in July. The Panel of Members who judged their results said: "This was a particualarly strong group of diploma delegates, it was obvious from their marked group exercise that they worked well together and they all achieved great results. Both Tara and Emma achieved the 'PAss with Distinction' grade making them only the sixth and seventh PAs reach this; the highest level of award.

Gareth Osborne who tutored this group said: "I have always held a strong belief that 'great PAs' possess a passion that is definable and recognisable and they usually have a close professional relationship with their boss; who plays a major part in ensuring they achieve their potential - they allow them to excel. The Diploma, as an accredited qualification, adds recognition and status to the holder, with the letters DipPA after your name you can quietly affirm, I am a great PA."

Pictured (L-R) Emma Henry MAPA DipPA and Tara Chase FAPA DipPA

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