Trainee Testimonials

At News Associates we take pride in our trainees' achievements.

Nothing gives our team of tutors and journalists more satisfaction than hearing a graduate has landed their first job, their first front page or their first dream assignment.

Unless they've beaten us to the story - that ruins any friendship!

We only teach journalism - you won't be competing with pottery classes - which means we remain focussed only the job that matters: getting you to pass and into this exciting rollercoaster industry.

We think we're great but good journalists are taught never to believe what they are told.

Here's what some of our former trainees think - if you want to stand their stories up let us know and we'll pass on their details.

“ News Associates is the college all other journalism colleges should aspire to. The tutors' doors are always open and they are dedicated to making you as close to the finished article as possible. ”

Sarah Gordon, Daily Mail

“ I wanted to break into a career in journalism without taking a year out to study, so the News Associates fast-track course was an obvious choice. It is fast-paced and challenging, but the skills I have picked up have proved invaluable in the workplace. I am now a more confident writer and I'm in stronger position than those in my office who do not have my qualification. ”

Ryan Bailey, FHM

“ It was an intense five months of hard work. For me the best bit was how hands-on and practical it was - I really enjoyed the challenges we were set to improve our news writing skills and studying at News Associates has definitely helped me in my job. ”

Emily Koch, Bristol Evening Post

“ The course tutors and mentors are always available to offer help and advice when you need it and they provide a great atmosphere to work and study in. Their different backgrounds compliment each other very well and you learn a lot from them. ”

Graham Moody, Croydon Guardian

“ The encouragement I got at News Associates gave me confidence which I’ve built on since then. Ask as many questions as you can while you are there as it’ll set you up for life in your first newsroom. ”

Keri Sutherland, Daily Mail

“ Do well at News Associates and you'll be ideally prepared for the cut and thrust of journalism. The teaching staff will help you every step of the way and taking this course could be the best move you ever make. ”

Tom Pilcher, Reuters

“ The only way to survive this course is to live it and breath it. Shorthand is a tough nut to crack but if you put the work in then you will reap the rewards. You just have to work like a dog and never give up. ”

Nadia Mendoza, The Sun

“ The people at News Associates are all current journalists, they know what you need to succeed in the industry. ”

Joanna Till, Surrey Advertiser

“ The rewards you can reap from this course are there for all to see. The skills and work ethic I learnt at News Associates set me up perfectly. ”

Simon Ward, News of the World

“ This course gave me the opportunity to achieve something that six months previously seemed impossible. I left a well-paid but unfulfilling job so it was a big gamble but one that definitely paid off. ”

Richard Pain, Surrey Advertiser

“ The enthusiasm from the News Associates tutors is infectious and they do everything they can to help you succeed. You only get out what you put into an intensive course like this but the sense of achievement at the end is huge. ”

Danny Coyle, International Rugby News

“ If you want a qualification to your name then pick a name out of a hat. If you want to learn how to become a proper journalist - go to News Associates. ”

Kerry McCarthy, National Magazine Company

“ I can't recommend this college enough. The work is hard and the hours are tough but it is so worth in the end when you know you've finally got to where you want to be. ”

Louise Robertson, Newsquest Newspapers (London)

“ One of the main aspects which makes News Associates stand out is the work experience opportunities that are on offer. My editor pointed out that the experience gained during my time on the course was the main reason he employed me. ”

Frank Smith, Watford Observer

“ The tutors were a great inspiration to me - it was the perfect environment in which to learn the trade and hone one's skills. ”

David Jordan, Grimsby Telegraph

“ Deciding to change career is always a bit scary but after one day at News Associates I knew I had made the right decision. I've recommended News Associates to anyone interested in a career in journalism. ”