«I want to be able to apply knowledge directly.»

Time: 2 min
Jeanne Graf, 26, from Basel, has not had a straightforward career path. But now she is all the more convinced that she made the right decision. She is in her third year of training to become a specialist in exercise and health promotion EFZ.
Recorded by Susanna Valentin

Image: Gabi Vogt / 13 Photo

During my time at secondary school, I realised that this type of learning did not suit me. It bothered me that I was being taught knowledge but was unable to apply it. It was a long process to finally drop out of secondary school and embark on a different path.

As a first step, I looked for a job opportunity. My interest in sports and health led me to jobs at health companies, where I gained three years of work experience.

At the same time, I began to take an interest in the huge hype surrounding nutrition and exercise on social media. What was behind all these tips? I wanted to gain a better understanding of the human body, how it works and what is good for it.

I am always on the move and interact with a wide variety of people. That suits me very well.

This led me to discover the profession of movement and health promotion specialist EFZ while searching for a training opportunity . The breadth of the subject , from anatomy and clinical pictures to professional sports, continues to inspire me to this day. What's more, I get to be active all the time and am constantly interacting with a wide variety of people. That suits me very well.

Meanwhile, I stand by my decision to choose an apprenticeship over a degree. I am a practical person and took a slight detour. The experiences I gained along the way enriched me and led me to the right career.

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