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In the press
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http:www.guardian.co.ok/
Biography
Joe Price
Skill:
Carpentry Competition Results:
Medallion for
Excellence
Excellence
Date of Birth:
11/04/1991
Home Town:
Telford
College:
Shrewsbury College
Qualifications:
Completed apprenticeship in Level 3 Carpentry NVQ
Level 1 & 2 NVQ Diploma in Carpentry
Are you City & Guilds qualified?:
Yes
Competed in:
WorldSkills UK Carpentry (SkillBuild) 2010, Gold medal winner
What made you choose this career?:
I have a real interesting passion in creating things, handling and working with wood and all aspects of practical and technical carpentry.
How did you hear about competitions? :
Through a previous apprentice and my college who got me involved in the regional competition.
What are your biggest personal achievements so far?:
Winning the competition in 2010 and getting this far down the road.
What’s your ambition?:
To succeed and hopefully do well. I really want to compete at WorldSkills and win! Overall I want to be happy.
What are you hoping for by competing for a place at WorldSkills London 2011? :
Experience and respect from everyone. I want the chance to show people my skills.
What do your family and friends think about you competing?:
They are extremely happy and proud that I am in this position – and are rooting for me all the way.
What would you say to other young people considering a vocational career?:
Do what you really enjoy doing and are passionate about.
What do you think getting involved in international competitions could do for your career?:
Massive opportunities. I hope that it will open doors for me and my career.
Something we didn’t know about you...:
I like to make one off pieces of furniture as a hobby.