As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve had providing training and professional development to our learners. This year has been a truly amazing experience, filled with growth, learning, and the privilege of watching our practitioners develop their skills and confidence.
One of the highlights of this year was the opportunity to create training modules from scratch, especially designed for our learners. This is one of our biggest advantages as a training academy. We provide a well-structured theoretical foundation that is meticulously crafted to ensure every practitioner leaves with a solid understanding of both the principles and the practice. Developing these modules from the ground up has been a rewarding and enriching experience.
A particularly memorable moment for me was an incredible opportunity to run the Vampire Academy training this year alongside Dr. Catherine Stone. She has taught me so much about becoming a confident trainer, and I will always look up to her for her guidance and expertise. Her mentorship has pushed me to continually improve so I can offer the best possible experience for our learners.
Dr Cat is a phenomenal trainer and she’s always been a huge inspiration to me. Initially I aspired to be like her, then I came to realise that while Dr Cat is an amazing educator and always will be, I’ve come to embrace my own unique teaching style. She’s always been a constant source of my inspiration, but I understand that everyone has their own way of delivering content, and I’m proud of the approach I bring and the impact it has on our leaners.
Another rewarding part of our workshop is seeing how much our learners evolve, not just technically but also in the way they approach patient care with more confidence and precision. Witnessing that growth has made all the hard work worthwhile, and it’s a joy to see familiar faces at conferences this year, reconnecting and maintaining that open communication. We’re proud to offer ongoing support long after our training sessions end because that’s what we’re about, building a network of practitioners who are not just colleagues, but friends.
Our goal has always been more than just teaching techniques; we aim to create lasting memories, build friendships, and foster a sense of community in our industry. It’s this spirit of connection and collaboration that makes our training sessions so unique and special.
This year has also given us the chance to pause and reflect. In our training sessions, we don’t just focus on delivering knowledge, we create space to pause, breathe, and learn from every experience, whether it’s a win or a challenge. This reflection allows us to adjust our processes and actions so we can continually improve and provide even better training experiences for our learners. This mindset has shaped the way we conduct our sessions, ensuring that each practitioner leaves not only with new skills, but with a sense of clarity and direction for their professional journey.
Looking ahead, we are excited for what next year will bring. We have more fun, dynamic, and engaging sessions planned for you. So please continue to support us, and don’t forget to check out our website for updates on upcoming trainings!
As we approach the holiday season, I want to wish you all a wonderful Christmas break. Rest, recharge, and we look forward to welcoming even more practitioners into our growing industry next year.
Cosmedicine Nurse and Trainer Marjorie
