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aifc Graduate Testimonial – Miranda Lewtas

Miranda Lewtas (Hocking-Smith)

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Miranda answers a series of questions asked of our graduates enabling us to gain an understanding of the student’s overall experience at aifc, and to learn of her future plans.

Q: What is the biggest personal change in yourself that you have noticed after doing this course?

My biggest professional change has probably been a growth in the ability to listen well, have empathy and compassion as well as confidence in helping to provide hope and empower clients in their abilities to help themselves. Knowing I have something to offer that is valuable!

What is the biggest professional change that you have noticed in yourself after doing this course?

My biggest professional change has probably been a growth in the ability to listen well, have empathy and compassion as well as confidence in helping to provide hope and empower clients in their abilities to help themselves. Knowing I have something to offer that is valuable!

Have you obtained employment, volunteer work, or going into private practice from this course? Please provide details.

No.

What field do you hope to work in/special in?

Not too sure yet, just waiting on God to lead me.

Are you planning on furthering your education, if so what course/ institution are you planning on doing this with?

Yes! Graduate Diploma with AIFC

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