Alumni

Tony Tompos
Tony Tompos Academy Physiotherapist at Scottish Rugby Union, Edinburgh Region Sport

Since leaving Hopwood, Tony studied an ASC in Physiotherapy and is now a chartered Physiotherapist. In his career to date, Tony has worked at clubs including Accrington Stanley, Notts County and Wigan Athletic.

“The staff pushed me to think differently, focus on my academic work and better myself. If they didn’t do that, I would never have achieved the career I have”

Vanessa Beesley
Vanessa Beesley Owner of Marley’s Makeovers Animal Management

Vanessa knew she wanted to work with animals and had an entrepreneurial flair. Once she had the right qualification, she was primed to open her own business and become her own boss.

“I really enjoyed the practical side of the course, loved all the animals, and of course the friends I made at the college”

William Baron
William Baron Railway Engineering Apprentice, ISS Labour Mechanical Engineering

After building so much momentum at the college, William found himself on the fast track to working in an industry that he’d always been fascinated by.

“Even though I’d been working towards it, I never thought I’d find so much fun in a job. Every day is extremely rewarding”

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