Head of Qualifications and Processing

Laura Connell

Laura completed a BSc in Marine Biology and an MSc in Coastal Management at the University of Portsmouth, and worked for the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management before beginning her career at VTCT in 2011. Laura was promoted to Qualifications Manager in 2017, through her work at VTCT she gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in a regulated environment and qualification development.

Through her university experience and employment at the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management and in various roles at VTCT, Laura has acquired outstanding time management and prioritisation skills that allow her to manage a range of complex projects efficiently and to a high standard. Laura is highly academic and is continuing to shape the department in line with regulation in qualification and curriculum design and development.

Laura competes in Ultimate Frisbee, representing Team GB Womens Masters since 2015 up until 2017 in World and European Championships across the globe. Laura is also a fan of Formula 1.