The 'Illustrious Eleven'

Alliteration rules and the notorious nine has increased to become the illustrious eleven with the addition of two more PA Diploma holders achieving the ultimate accolade of a ‘Pass with Distinction’ as a result of their outstanding final test marks.

The new additions to the PA Elite list are Vicky Fryer (left) and Shelley Hulka (right) and both found the course equally challenging but rewarding and relevant.

Shelley Hulka from the manufacturing sector said: “I found the course excellent. It has been carefully structured to equip PA’s with a wealth of tools and knowledge, all highly relevant for dealing with the many situations that PA’s encounter on a daily basis. Particularly excellent are the tools for problem solving and for learning what actually makes the people around you tick and why they behave in different ways when presented with the same problem. A truly outstanding course for all PA’s, whatever your background”.

“I have to say I really enjoyed the course, it improves levels of confidence and would certainly recommend it in a second.”

Gareth Osborne, DG of APA said: “The list may be growing but at eleven distinctions still only represents 2% of diploma passes and makes the grade a very special award. So far we have only drawn new APA directors from the distinction holders and hope to make another appointment in the coming months. These are rare and extremely talented PAs.

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