Testimonial
Breaking Traditions: Osandhi’s Fast-Tracked Journey to Success
A Spark at an Early Age
From a young age, Osandhi envisioned building something of her own. The idea of creating a business—something meaningful that gave her independence and purpose—was always in the back of her mind. But even as the dream lingered, she understood that passion alone wouldn’t cut it. She needed real skills, practical experience, and a solid foundation that would set her apart in the real world.
Raised in a household with three children, Osandhi grew up in a financially stable family, but big expenses often came with a pause for consideration. When her older sister enrolled in a traditional university, Osandhi watched closely. Four years of lectures, endless assignments, commuting back and forth, and a six-month internship at the end of it all—her sister’s journey seemed more draining than empowering. It was a wake-up call. Osandhi knew she wanted to carve out a different path, one that didn’t delay her growth but accelerated it.
Rethinking the Rules
Osandhi’s biggest hesitation with the traditional degree route came down to one word: experience. If the purpose of higher education was to build a career, shouldn’t it involve actually working in the field?
“While exploring her options, she noticed a huge difference between conventional programs and eduCLaaS’ earn-while-you learn model. Most university degrees offered only a short internship at the end—barely enough to get any experience. In contrast, eduCLaaS’ Bachelor’s Degree program promised three years of hands-on experience, running parallel with academic learning. For someone focused on results, the choice became clear.
“Major reasons why I chose eduCLaaS would be, first is the three years of work experience and the paid apprenticeship. I would get to learn and then actually get work experience.
The second one was I could just stay at home and not travel, because after COVID, I didn’t really want to go out as much. I mean travelling wise you’d be exhausted when you get home, and it will be late at night.
And the third I would say was, the financial burden, I could reduce it from my parents, so I could just be more independent.”
The second one was I could just stay at home and not travel, because after COVID, I didn’t really want to go out as much. I mean travelling wise you’d be exhausted when you get home, and it will be late at night.
And the third I would say was, the financial burden, I could reduce it from my parents, so I could just be more independent.”
Earning While Learning
Choosing a work-study apprenticeship model as her Bachelor’s Degree proved to be one of the smartest moves Osandhi ever made. While many of her peers are still fully dependent on their families, she’s already covering her tuition independently. The sense of pride and freedom that comes from earning her own way has only fueled her motivation.
Even her friends are taken aback by her progress. While they still face years of study before entering the workforce, Osandhi is already in it—learning the ropes, building skills, and gaining invaluable insights. Conversations about her apprenticeship often leave others curious, even a little envious.
“My friends, I tell them, they’re very intrigued. They’re like, ‘really, you’re actually working and you’re earning?’
I’m actually paying the course fee and everything as well, they’re very surprised. For now, they’re all dependent on financially on their parents, whereas the students that are doing this course are not”
I’m actually paying the course fee and everything as well, they’re very surprised. For now, they’re all dependent on financially on their parents, whereas the students that are doing this course are not”
Skills That Stick
Through her apprenticeship, Osandhi has grown in ways a classroom never could have offered. She now understands the rhythm of a real workplace—how to communicate with managers, collaborate with teams, and see a project through from start to finish. That confidence? It’s earned.
She’s not just learning theory; she’s building a toolkit. Each day on the job is a lesson in professionalism, adaptability, and execution. For Osandhi, this isn’t just education—it’s preparation.
Building Blocks for the Future
The ultimate goal is clear: Osandhi dreams of launching a business with her family. While the idea is still taking shape, she knows her focus will be on branding, marketing, and social media—areas she’s already honing in her current role.
This apprenticeship is more than just a steppingstone; it’s the blueprint for her future. By gaining real-world experience now, she’s laying the groundwork for something much bigger down the line. And when the time comes to build that dream business, she won’t just have the vision—she’ll have the skills to bring it to life.
Take the First Step Toward Your Own Success
If you relate to Osandhi’s story and want to become one of our learners to explore a learning path that aligns with your goals, now is the time to take action.
Book a consultation or get a personalized career proposal today to see how eduCLaaS can help you build the skills you need for a successful future.