“With my highly demanding workload, I felt very pressured to ensure that I push through my studies to ensure that I make it in 2020. I was motivated by my children who said that if I pass, they will make sure that they would pass with better marks than mine. We were actually competing but I had to juggle between work, travelling and studying to make sure that I passed…”

“My experience with Academy of York was phenomenal .I have studied with over half a dozen academic institutions including those ranked amongst the top institutions in the country and never have I experienced so much support from the likes of Ziphi Mthombeni and Thobelani Nduli…”

“My study experience was and still amazing, I started with the College in 2015. I did HR Skills Management, then I did HR Management and Practical Support and I’m currently doing the Diploma in HR. Mary Samson is my Student Advisor who is so awesome, patient, professional and
friendly…”

“In my personal opinion, I feel that Academy of York is one of the best colleges. I would highly recommend friends and family to study with them. The staff are super friendly and extremely supportive, especially Mary Samson my student advisor. She’s the absolute best, keep up the good work!”

“I have always wanted to study, however I couldn’t afford the fees, until I bumped into AOY and strange enough it was within the lockdown of Covid-19. I spoke o Thandi and she was amazing, friendly and willing to help…”

“I enjoyed studying online, after studying a teachers diploma in 1994 and doing a certificate in SDF in 2016. I have referred my daughter to study through you, she is currently doing 1 module in HR. I wouldn’t have made it if I didn’t get the help from a kind person, Michelle Germishuys…”

“It has been a smooth and interesting journey with Academy of York. The staff were so friendly, communicative and encouraging all through my studies. Their response to calls and emails was so impressive which really gave me the strength to study and complete my course in Safety and Security Management…”

“It was very informative, AOY made it possible with facilitators available to assist whenever you needed and I could do it in my own time and pace. I’ve been working as a HS officer for almost 3 years with no certificate, with this certificate I can now be more confident in my position.”

“Wow, Wow I registered with AOY without knowledge and when I ended my programme, I found myself being a better person and more knowledgeable. Everybody was patient with me, I am really happy to be associated with this Institution.”

“Studying with Academy of York is the best. It doesn’t matter where you are you will always be one of them, always checking up on you as if you are the only student… Even right now, I’m still studying here. I’m doing my second module, I’m very happy… The other reason is because of bursary that they give learners Oooh . I don’t have enough words to thank this College. It’s a dream come true.”

“My study experience was a bit challenging, as my time was stipulated. With the AOY team, things became much easier as they benefited themselves in making things easy for me. I would like to extend my gratitude to Ms Mary and Mr. Benjamin for equipping me with necessary assistance, you are really doing a phenomenal job.”

“It was such an interesting journey, upgrading myself with a certificate in the comfort of my home. The support I received from the student coach was awesome.”

Academy of York is very professional and their student support is excellent. They checked up on me and when I didn’t understand something, they responded quickly to my questions. The staff are very friendly and nice. I really enjoyed studying through Academy of York! The study material was easy to understand!

“My study experience with AOY was amazing from the first day I consulted about this course. The student advisors are always willing to help and make sure you understand what you are asking about. To Mr Benjamin and his team, well done guys for the good service you provide to us…”

“ACADEMY OF YORK is the best College I have come across. The electronic communications are on point, I’d send an email and they’ll reply within no time. Thank you very much for giving me an opportunity to study with you.”

“At the age of 54 years young; it was indeed challenging. Perseverance and determination to succeed won over anxiety and fear. Thandi and Ziphi offered great support, especially the personal calls; it really made a difference for me in knowing they cared that I succeed.”

“After several unsuccessful attempts at various institutions I would like to extend my gratitude to Academy of York for equipping me with the necessary tools and assistance enabling me to complete my studies while having to work full-time, be a husband and a dad. I couldn’t have done it without my course coordinator Michelle Germishuys!!”

“Academy of York made my study journey more affordable and user-friendly, in such a way that it made me enjoy distance learning. I am currently working and I could not afford to study full time. I am glad that I had the full time support of my Student Advisors, Michelle and Mike who were always supportive in all my study endeavours…”

“Overall I enjoyed the course. I liked that everything was straight forward. There never was any confusion. Excellent service by Michelle whenever I had questions and needed advice about the course. Keep up the good work.”

“My study experience with AOY was really amazing. The course coordinator and the rest of the AOY team really supported me with everything I needed throughout the time of my studies. I would recommend AOY to any of my family and friends and I will definitely continue my studies with AOY”

“…Many thanks to Academy of York and its entire team. Words can never be enough to express the joy in my heart, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Never in my life have I enjoyed learning like I did with AOY….”

“Firstly, I would like to thank Academy of York for helping me achieve my certificate as SHE REP. Academy of York has been with me from the beginning to the end of the course. It was challenging, but their student support was excellent and they made it easy for me to understand. Thank you and keep it up Academy of York.”

“…What I love about AOY is the fact that even though it’s a Distance Learning Institute, (lecturers) communicate with students, checking progress of work and reminding us of submission of assignments well in advance. They encouraged me to contact them whenever I was confronted with challenges…”

“I had my first experience of distance learning with Academy of York. The experience was awesome. Friendly staff from their Student Advisors to Chishiba, who often calls to motivate students.  The Support Team is always available to assist when the need arises. I would recommend this Institution any day.”

“Studying at Academy of York was a journey I would love to take again. From the first day of my registration every step got communicated to me. They followed up to let you know what the next step will be...”

“Studying with AOY was great, they made sure that all my questions were answered. They responded fast to my emails, I am very happy with their service. Thank you very much. With AOY anything is possible.”

Academy of York, you have filled my head with knowledge, yet you have also filled my heart with the love of learning. For that, I appreciate your service. You’ve been with me from day one ????????????????Thank you so much for your endless patience.

It was an amazing experience, the Academy of York staff were very helpful. My course was an eye opener and I enjoyed it a lot. I would study another course in due time. Thank you so much.
My Student Adviser was Suzan

“It was indeed a great opportunity and I gained great knowledge from studying with Academy of York. I really learnt a lot and that has really pushed me to be passionate about furthering my studies. Thank you”

“Studying with AOY has been a wonderful experience, the school does not let their students feel lonely. They were always available to assist, calling and checking on me to see if I am still pushing to complete what I started.”

“It was such a great experience, the Student Advisors were very helpful, always willing to assist. Really, there is nothing negative that I can say. I was always motivated throughout the study period, even though it felt overwhelming at times with having a full time job and studying at the same time.”

“It was a great experience and I had no problems with anything. I appreciated the help I got from the student support team.”

“Studying at home made me responsible for my future. All the help I got from your team, made my studies easy. I felt like I had a lecture on a daily basis, this course also helped me gain experience and knowledge about administration departments.”

“I am a teacher and I wanted to learn new skills to use in my classroom. So I applied to study Life Coaching, WOW!…. Honestly, it really changed my entire life and mental wellbeing!
I am overjoyed with the new skills AOY taught me and it was absolutely worthwhile to study at AOY…”

“This was a wonderful journey for me. At first, I really doubted my choice but everything worked out well. The tutors were extremely supportive and it made this journey so much easier. The course was not difficult because everything was handed to me. I would really like to join them in the future.”

“I would like to express how thankful I am to study at Academy of York. The course was fruitful and it really empowered me. The staff was always contacting me, asking if my studies were going good and I used to get a quick response from the AOY team, assignments etc was always received on time no hassle. I got my certificate extremely quick without waiting on months.”

“I would like to take the opportunity to say that Sally is an asset to the Academy of York and through this lockdown, she has been assisting me a lot. She has a great personality and is easy to talk to. She has time to explain and made sure I understood…”

“As I complete my last assignment, I just wanted to let you know how great this course was. This course of Life Coaching that I am completing with Academy of York is the best course I have ever done…”

“I found the course easy to study, it was also easy to get in touch with the student advisors. I work full time and found that with correspondence learning one can study as well as work, as you study in your own time.”

“My experience was great, at times it was challenging a bit but the staff At AOY made things very easy and exciting for me. I will definitely recommend it for others..

All the best and thanks AOY for the great experience.”

“The materials provided are world class material because the contents corresponds largely with the research I did on my own. The course is fairly challenging and after the hard work you are proud to realise the immense knowledge you have gained. Guidance from the institution is also on point.”

“My study experience with Academy of York was the best, I received the support that I needed and I received the study materials on a regular basis. I enjoyed my study experience.”

“I enjoyed the course because the learning materials were structured very well and easy to engage with. It has also allowed me to gain other valuable skills such as planning and research and studying online has allowed me to balance my work and study time…”

“I wanted to take a moment to thank the Academy of York for offering a great course. I’ve studied a Health and Safety Practitioner course and the course layout was great and certainly a great course. I will most definitely recommend friends and family members to the Academy of York to enhance their careers and knowledge…”