Testimonials

Museum professionals from many different disciplines undertake our AMA each year. Read on for reflections from some of our past awardees.

“My AMA journey has been longer than most but incredibly rewarding. I have pushed myself out of my comfort zone, expanded my professional network and been on some really interesting courses. I pushed myself to continue my CPD throughout some of the most intense periods of my career. The AMA structure supported that learning and growth.

“I have not only gained a qualification, but a trusted friend in my mentor. I would recommend anyone do an AMA, no matter where they are in their career, as it challenges your limits and forces you to grow.”

“My AMA has been a wonderful, supportive experience that has enabled me to develop as a museum professional and open up the wider scope of the sector, assisted through thoughtful development sessions and by making connections with others. I would thoroughly recommend the experience to anyone looking to reflect and develop their career.”

“I greatly enjoyed my AMA progress. The AMA gave me the opportunity to reflect on previous experiences and to identify areas where I could improve my knowledge in order to reach my goals. I found Tamsin, my mentor and everyone involved to be incredibly supportive and would recommend the AMA to anyone wanting to evaluate their career to date and looking to expand their understanding and involvement within the museum sector.”

“I would recommend the AMA to all; it’s been both a rewarding and enjoyable experience. I’ve learnt a lot about myself and developed my skills. This journey has not only enriched my professional life but also offered me a deeper understanding of the sector. Having access to a mentor and the AMA resources was invaluable.”

“The AMA has helped me focus the direction of my career and gave me the confidence to step up into a new role. It gives space for self-reflection and increases your knowledge of the sector as a whole. I now feel like a well-rounded museum professional and I am looking forward to where my career takes me.”

“Working on my AMA has been a fascinating and rewarding experience. With great support from Tamsin and my mentor, I have really broadened my understanding of the role of museums and heritage, the benefits they bring to people and my part in contributing to that.”

“The AMA has helped me to grow in confidence as a museum professional, giving me a better holistic understanding of the sector. The programme has given me an opportunity to meet people from different backgrounds and disciplines, and I’ve had the pleasure of building long-lasting relationships with these individuals.

“Alongside this, I have been able to reflect on my own professional development and feel equipped to use these skills to continue to further my career.”

“I just completed my AMA CPD training – a valuable opportunity to deepen my understanding of contemporary museum practice and connect with fellow professionals. I’m ready to put these ideas into action and continue growing as a museum professional.”

“One of the best things about the AMA was that it encouraged me to engage with other museums, in such a variety of areas, including exhibitions, decolonisation, governance and community engagement. Overall, the AMA helped me become a more well-rounded professional than I otherwise would have been.”

“The AMA came at a really important time for me in my career. As I was coming to the end of a large capital project at my previous workplace, I needed the structure and support the AMA provides, alongside an incredible mentor, to help guide me to the next stage of my career development.

“It has helped to identify where I need to continue my learning whilst also making me confident in sharing what I already know. This is integral to achieving my own career goals.”

“I have found the AMA a really rewarding process. I have more confidence and have made many connections with people across the sector and beyond. The AMA gave me the structure and motivation I needed to ensure that I prioritised CPD within my work schedule. As a result I have become more reflective in my approach and aware of a broader range of current museum issues and thinking.”