From three setbacks to success: Only with Milpark

Stephanie started 2022 off on a high note, eager to get stuck into the PGDA. Then disaster struck and she became ill, battling one medical condition after another. After a bout of swine flu, she developed sinus problems so severe she needed an operation, causing her to lose several precious weeks of study time.

“I was all set to write my exams but then the surgery was scheduled right before them. I explained everything to Milpark and they gave me a deferral, enabling me to write at a later date.” She finally wrote the exam in January 2023 and was delighted to hear she had passed shortly after, signing up for her first ITC board exam, which she wrote in June 2023.

When Stephanie compares her experience of studying for the CTA/PGDA at her previous university to her studies at Milpark, she says: “Milpark prepared me far more. The system of support here is so much better – from the way the course is structured, with videos and interactive content, to the time you have with lecturers to explain difficult concepts.”  

The addition of motivational content and inspirational messages that helped to buoy Milpark students after poor test results, was another feature nonexistant at other institutions. “At my previous university I felt like I was doing this alone. That is not the case at CA Connect.”  

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Stephanie found an invaluable resource in the stories of former Milpark students, who gave presentations to current students about their own study journeys. “I can’t remember her name, but there was one woman whose story was almost exactly the same as mine. She kept trying and trying and felt despondent because she just couldn’t pass. But she kept going, doing more practice questions until she was successful. I really took that to heart.”

This was a gamechanger for Stephanie. “That really sold Milpark to me,” she says, describing how her weak Internet at home added stress to completing assignments and exams. “With loadshedding and having to do tests online, I didn’t want to take that risk.” Fortunately, Milpark offers students the option of writing exams in person.

Stephanie is conscious of that fact that she’s an older student, but she wants others to know that no matter what the stage of life, a learning journey is still possible. Today, she’s thinking of training further and becoming a qualified auditor. “If there is one thing I have learned, thanks to Milpark, it’s that it’s never too late to realise your dreams.”

Stephanie White’s inspiring journey reminds us that setbacks are not the end but a steppingstone to success. With Milpark Education’s flexible approach, personalised support, and innovative resources, you can transform your goals into achievements, no matter where you start or what challenges arise.

Take the next step toward your CA(SA) dream with Milpark’s PGDA program. Enroll today and make your success story a reality!