A Dental Dream: From Apprentice to Aspiring Dentist

After a Setback

After receiving her A-Level results last August, Cainnecha Ferguson faced a setback in her journey toward a career in dentistry. Determined to strengthen her university application, Cainnecha, from Belleek, enrolled on the City and Guilds Level 3 Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing at South West College (SWC) Omagh campus, a decision she describes as 'the best one I’ve made'. Gaining Practical Experience

Over the past year, Cainnecha has gained invaluable firsthand clinical experience at Belmore Dental Clinic in Enniskillen. This practical exposure significantly enhanced her university application, helping her to secure multiple unconditional offers to study dentistry. Reflecting on the Journey

Now well on her way to achieving her dream of becoming a dentist, Cainnecha reflects positively on her journey. For students who may find themselves in a similar position this year or are uncertain about their next steps, Cainnecha encourages them to be positive and explore all the available options.