My name is Des Parmeswar and I am a training coordinator at the training and skills development centre of the KwaZulu-Natal society for the blind. My main duty is to be able to part knowledge and education to blind and partially sighted people so that they will be able to live independent and dignified lives. I needed training in order to fulfil these needs. It was difficult getting into any program as not many were able to teach people with a disability. I am a blind woman. I had the opportunity to fulfil my training needs with the assistance from Inkwazi learning network. I have completed my facilitator, moderator, assessor and skills development training with Inkwazi learning network. It has been a memorable and productive experience for me as they were very patient and understanding. They were very considerate towards my learning style, meaning I needed my study material in braille and audio form and it was provided for me. This made y learning so much easier and I was able to acquire all of the skills I needed to run my department efficiently. Saying thank or showing gratitude is really not enough as this organisation has not only boosted my self confidence but they have also assisted e in gaining all the qualifications I needed. Thank you Mr Russell Mcdiarmid and thank you to the rest of the team of Inkwazi learning network.

I wish to express my heart felt thanks to you and Inkwazi Learning Network. Your courses are interesting, are user friendly and interactive. I have had the pleasure of participating in two courses, the first being the Facilitators course, and the recent SDF course in February this year. I like the way you take a personal interest in your learners, and as a blind student in your class, I was comfortable as you accommodated all my needs and understood my challenges. Thank you for providing me with a braille manual and POE. I am sure many blind people who have participated in your courses feel the way I do, i have definitely learnt a lot and grown a lot and I felt part and parcel of the learning as you encouraged my participation in all discussions. I mean casework and presentations. I will recommend Inkwazi Learning Network to everybody.

The Burn Care Trust feels very privileged to have someone like Russell McDiarmid on their team of professionals. Russell is an expert on all things Seta related and offers us key guidance in how to do things the right way in the beginning in order to expedite later developments. In creating first ever training courses to caregivers in the medical field, Russell and the Inkwazi Learning network have been absolutely invaluable to our professional development.

The meeting with Paul went really well I thought!? He will pitch the program and value thereof tomorrow to a team of executives for their input and approval. We do not offer SDF, Assessors or Moderator training. (We will be offering this by February 2015)The ONLY provider we will recommend is Inkwazi training in Howick. Speak to Russell (Details below) and tell him we referred you.The mentioned courses for us are none negotiable in terms of knowledge to be acquired in the field of training and development, so only the best will do. They may be a little bit more expensive, but the training in as good as you will find anywhere in the country.

The relationship between Inkwazi Learning & the Institute of Internal Auditors dates back to 2007. At the outset I want to describe Russell McDiarmid as the consummate professional. I have referred many of our stakeholders to him and have never received a negative report; that alone speaks volumes for his commitment, dedication, knowledge and experience in the field of learning & development. When engaged, his demeanor is always one of customer-centric driven and this is testament through the positive feedback I receive from our stakeholders.

Dear Lawrence, For the record, I am most thankful for you recommending Inkwazi for the Assessor Training; from the pre course chat with Russell who is always willing to help and guide, to the administration and finally attending the course it was absolutely a pleasure and fruitful. All my needs were met. Personally, I would highly recommend Inkwazi without hesitation Kind Regards ...

The College of Orientation and Mobility has used Inkwazi Learning Network for several years for advice and guidance in relation to provider accreditation requirements, quality management systems and programme development. In these areas we have found Russell McDiarmid to be extremely knowledgeable, most helpful and quite resourceful. He provides clear guidelines and his assistance is “hands on” and practically orientated. Inkwazi Learning Network has also run aeveral courses for us ...

I have used Inkwazi Learning Network for numerous training interventions for my employees (see details below), and have found them to be professional and efficient. The quality of the facilitation is excellent and the support for the learners with regards to completion of portfolios of evidence is helpful and encouraging. I would highly recommend Inkwazi and Russell McDiarmid for anybody needing a training provider that puts quality above all else.