Overcoming health hurdles to realise study dreams

2 May 2024
Lizzie posing with dog
Lizzie first met Jakira while completing a practical module at the Greyhound Adoption Program. Image: Supplied

Despite facing numerous health challenges, UQ Skills graduate Lizzie Scott conquered the Certificate II in Animal Care program and is now in the running for a Queensland Training Award in the Darling Downs South West Region.

Diagnosed with global development delay at a young age, followed by intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and frequent hospital admissions due to episodes of functional neurological disorder (FND), Lizzie faced significant challenges in her educational journey.

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