To think maybe I'm too dumb for this?

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I am currently attempting to complete an NVQ3 and I'm struggling so much. I just have no idea how to word things and half the time just have to Google what the question even means. I got no more than a c for any of my gcses and I'm starting to think the reason is I am just dumb.

I am also struggling with this as I am a single mum of 3 and never have any time to myself so I'm trying to fit all this in at night. I've also recently found out that my ex has been physically abusing my DC so we are going through all the things that come with that too.

Sorry this is more of a moan than anything. I cant pull out of this course as I cant afford to pay my employer the cost of it. I just feel like I'm failing at everything at the moment.

Are you doing it through a local college? If so can you get in touch with the department that will test for learning difficulties such as dyslexia etc?

You are not dumb. At all.

Academic stuff has a formula, and if it's not something you've practiced (just like running, for example) then of course you're likely to struggle.

I reckon once you've got a bit of confidence and a bit more practice then you'll be feeling much more comfortable with the material.

In the meantime, is there someone (tutor?) You can ask for some guidance and support? It doesn't mean you're not intelligent, it just means this is new and as well as that it sounds like you've got a lot on your plate.

It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed and you're really amazing to be studying.

You poor thing you’ve got so much on your plate right now.
Keep going honestly if you can get a C under those circumstances you can do anything. Speak to your tutor see if you can get any additional help utilise tuitions and ask questions if you’re not sure 💐

OP, you are not dumb. Well done on starting a qualification, it's never easy. You're obviously going through a hard time and this will have an impact on your work.
Can you read during any breaks/spare time? Try and just set aside time to work on it even if it's only 30 minutes a day.
Always remember to ensure that you're reading the question. Answer the question present not the question you think they're asking. So what if you have to Google what is being asked? It's called learning. Don't be too hard on yourself.

My experience of nvqs is that they never call a spade a spade, always a garden implement. So don't worry if you have a grasp of the actual events/scenarios, but struggle with the academic language. You should talk to your assessor and your work place mentor about any issues you have.

I did my gcses 20yrs ago so that's all a bit rusty. We have changed tutors quite alot which I dont think is helping as they keep changing the goal posts.

@ Mammajay that's very true the questions are so wordy and when its explained to me I'm like oh I get it now. I don't find it easy to learn through books I'm much more hands on so this is a real struggle for me.

Ah, be kind to yourself and be proud of yourself.

NVQ Level 3 is equivalent to A Level standard so it’s gonna be challenging.

As pp have said NVQs are a very specific language and skill set, it’s not an easier qualification at all.

Once you get into the rhythm of it, and organising your life, it’ll flow.

Make sure you ask your tutors for guidance as soon as possible so you don’t fall behind.

Maybe even ask your employer for time out for study - mine offered it to me.

Nothing that is worth achieving is easy.

Definitely stick with it, sorry you're finding it hard going. Do ask your tutors for guidance, don't be nervous of doing that, they're there to help you complete your course. You're not thick but you've got more than enough going on a o no wonder it's hard going. Good luck.

Thanks everyone I've done a few questions this afternoon so feeling a bit better. It's just so daunting. I work in a school so I'm currently off which should mean I have more time to do it but with my 8yr old going out to play in the communal garden and banging on the door every 5 mins it isn't easy.

I think the hardest part is when you spend hours writing only for it to be returned asking you to do it again.