20 Best G.E.D Programs In Los Angeles, CA (2022 Updated)

I was a student back in 2018. Came back for the spring 2022 semester, and the "president" Ms.Katrina VanderWoude, has ran this place directly into the bottom of the barrel. I remember when President Larry Frank was here. Good times. He was amazing. I never seen the problems I see now when he was here. Anyone else would have handled the pandemic better than VanderWoude. This used to be my favorite school, I was always saying to family and friends how much I loved trade tech. Well that time has passed. The outside of campus is filthy, the sheriffs are rude, they don't open the gates in the morning as they should, website is hardly updated, bookstore is garbage, no help for students in terms of supportive services etc. Its no wonder enrollment is low. LACCD can blame Ms.VanderWoude for that. The only upside is the professors. And yes I am fully aware Ms.VanderWoude is "Dr" but since lacks respect for students and staff then I will lack respect for her. Trade tech is my home school but I will be switching it to ELAC. That campus has surpassed trade tech in every possible way and I love going there for classes. I hope VanderWoude gets replaced soon for the sake of the campus.Karina Gomez

I am currently in the third semester taking the carpentry program. Los Angeles Trade Technical College is a great school. October will be 3 years that I have been attending this college. I also got my GED through Trade Tech.The majority of the professors and staff are very respectful and kind. Update I finished the carpentry program and found a job in the construction field with great pay. I would definitely recommend Los Angeles Trade Tech Technical College to someone that wants to learn a trade or just take some classes. If you do decide to go put all your effort in your studies it will pay off.Michael Valdez

Nine pathways of education, from Automotive Transportation & Mechanical, and Nursing to Business & Civic Engagement, and Architectural Technology & Environmental Design. Committee check out the best kept secret in Downtown Los Angeles. Beavers……..Build!Gamma Whale

I transferred here because it offered a program I wanted to take. The first time, the class was canceled due to there being not enough sign ups. Fine. That was Spring and now we’re in the Fall semester. Once again, the class was canceled. It was canceled 1 week before the 2nd session was to start. I now only have 2 classes (a 3rd one was dropped because it overlapped the class that was eventually canceled). My teacher is cool so, no complaints. My online class…. it takes my teacher 2-3 weeks just to grade your work. I’ve done online classes at other schools and was graded within the week. I’m going back to my previous school. Just going to have to change my concentration.Jarmaine M

I chose this college because it was ranked as one of the top ten community colleges in California for online courses. Diversity is great, many certificates and degrees offered, and the counselors I’ve spoke with over the phone were polite and helpful. They wait until more than a month into the semester to process student loans – and the form should specify that it’s for the year. I filled it out thinking it was only for the semester. No return emails from financial aid in the matter. Overall I would recommend WLAC, but their admissions and financial aid offices need to work on responding to students.Jason G

The school was okay. The admission office is terrible. I enjoyed the professors they have great ones. Working here was bad there’s nepotism and favoritism allowed. The staff isn’t the nicest I think student should be respected a bit more and heard. As an employee here I know I tried to help as many students sincerely. The process needs to be more efficient. My experience here as a student worker was negative. As a student was okay because the right people guided me. I see other students were lucky enough to be treated well.Natalia Garcia

Graduated here in 2018. Yes the school is not perfect. but it is affordable and offers all sorts of academic programs for students & for those who are interested in learning a new skill. A few issues with the homeless people who easily make their way in the school's restroom and leave all their mess inside. A bit more security is also needed because of the area surrounding the school, but overall it's a good community college. Looking back now, I miss every moment I got to spend here. Class of 2018 !Ricardo Perez

Hello the college is full of students that live in the street and city is trying to make new parking structures but people can't afford rent payments. The next subject I want to talk about is the LA City Clerks office is hiring in November hopefully the election makes it better for independent voters to work more and help the community. Business administration can make changes in your life when you need accounting done but what about mechanical gang activities who will fight against immigration?Miguel Gutierrez

I graduated spring 2022 and is the best experience in my life. 2014 to 2016 the services are bad. When they build the student services building 2017 They are improving till now and a lot of students go there to enroll very good service now than before. I recommend to all students to take this college is a good.reel Woo

Adventist Health Center is conducting a Vaccine center at The Glendale Community College in the parking structure at the top of the hill right off of the 2 Fwy Off the Mountain exit. The staff are very helpful. There is very clear and strict mandates on masks and health protocols. Please follow signage and bring your masks. You will need your ID for check in. The nurses are very helpful and many of them have worked in the ER with patients and have seen the effects of the pandemic. So most of them are very happy to administer the vaccine and help prevent the spread of this terrible disease. We are all so happy to share the change in the world and grow together. There is Hope and these are the people that are here to spread that hope. 3👍🏼’s out of 3👍🏼’s the staff and Nurses are very helpful and thoughtful.SEAN GONZALES

Theres an old Armenian blonde lady in Financial Aid office with glasses, shes honestly and honestly the rudest person ive ever seen in my entire life. I dont know what was going on in her life that moment but she did not help me whatsoever to give her drop off my fafsa documents about academic appeal that I received from the outstanding counselor here in GCC. The fafsa that lady referred me to find a random person to help me upload the documents into the website which she didnt even told me what website to upload to. She had the worst attitude ive ever seen. I felt so uncomfortable that moment that I didnt feel safe for being around herArmo ArmemianHumor_

Love this school, but parking isn't great when a new semester starts. They do have tons of it, just isn't enough. Covid changed the parking issues, now there is parking galore.Carolina Ramirez

The general unprofessionalism from the administration and the staff left me nothing but frustration and a refund. I was enrolled in a Veterinary Assistant program just to have my instructor “disappear” after the first day with no follow up or any information on her well being. The most information I received was hearing the course was cancelled after asking the faculty NUMEROUS times over the course of three weeks. Never once did they think to communicate to the STUDENTS who willingly signed up and PAID for the program.Kalina Camargo

Hands down The best place to go to if you wanna learn cullinary hotel restaurant experience. Mr shepherd is super friendly laid back chill down to earth and goes the extra mile for you. I learned so much about culinary in the 6th month program. Best cullinary class ever !!!!!!!!!!Carter Belfort

Grateful for this school I went here during my junior and senior year in high school for free and best choice ever. Got a job after high school in what I love doing. Great teachers affordable education best trade school ever love it ❤️🙏Carina Rodriguez

I have been working in Santa Monica-Adult School for almost 3 years. I enjoy all the moments teaching in class and talking to staff. Everybody is so professional and knowledgable. As an ESL instructor in this school, I believe that the program provided for adult students were well designed to make them ready for living in the US. ESL classes also prepare adults to communicate very well with others. And yes, I surely recommend this school.Monireh Nikoo

I give a thousand marks to the school because it is so good. I'm learning a lot and I have all the support I need. The teacher helps me a lot and she is a caring person and gives me a lot of attention. And the school helps me and gives me the assistance I need to learn more. Thanks for everything. The classes are helping me a lot in everyday life and that is very good.Bárbara Thais

I like working at this school because I collaborate well with all of my coworkers. I feel like my work matters and I enjoy helping my students reach their goals. I have taught GED and ESL classes, as well as a digital literacy course. I would definitely recommend this school for anyone looking to teach in adult education.Nancy Herrera

I do not recommend the school to anyone. I did not take the certified medical assistant exam right away and when I call them to ask them about it they said it was too late and I would not be able to take the exam. This is in fact not true. I found out I have 60 months from the time of graduation to take the exam. I misplaced my diploma and in order to get it they required me to come in in person and pay in cash and then return to pick it up. I need this diploma in order to sit for the exam and I work Monday through Friday 8 to 5. They are completely unwilling to work with me or help me. This is unlike many of the other schools available. I was very young and had no guidance at the time and will never recommend the school ever to anybody.coco cook

What makes this school great is the Job Placement Assistant Advisor Christopher Aono, he's a very Optimistic Guy full of energy always ready to help the Students. Although I only met Mr. Aono for only a month he has been very helpful for placing me in a clinic to do my Externship. From all the other staff he really reaches out from the rest by keeping in contact asking me how am doing at the clinic. Also he has a good Vibe that brings to the school and for him to be the First person to say congratulations to me for graduating and to say that he's proud of me for completing my hours and getting hired is overall great. Christopher Aono Thank you for your help.Andrew Ulloa

The class and professor Dr. Rivera was great ! But lack of communication with students is what this school needs to fix on. It can be messy at times how they work. They give out checks and my last one was never given because it was given to the wrong student. I tried calling the school and they would transfer me to different line and it seems like no one picks up the phone at all. They just have you jumping around and it’s like no one can help you out after all and you gotta find your solution to your problem yourself.jenipher reyes

Hi I’ve been going here for the past two months I came to this school because I was looking for a trade that could work well with my disability and I can not express enough how the barbering program here has helped me especially with the work of Ms.Antunez she is an amazing instructor really teaches everything hands on she goes the extra mile to cover things step by step and to also take personal time to teach each one of her students one on one in subjects they aren’t prevailing in I would recommend anyone looking for a great school and atmosphere to join to come here especially if you want to give barbering a tryUnique B

As of Oct 2022, the services are open for cosmetology, barbering, and esthetician!! For over 10 years I've been involved with the programs here and everyone is really great. They are very informative and helpful. The fact that studentscan get financed for their classes is so awesome. In 10 months you can be qualified to go into the workforce of your chosen profession! Why go anywhere else!?Nancy Merrill

Hunter, Beto, and miss Antunes blessed me yesterday and today thank you so much I got they best fade and undercut from Sergio !!! Bleached and dyed by hunter and Beto thank you miss Antunes for giving me a make over from bum guy to red hair guy this class is good vibes good energy and good frequency thank you thank you thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 —Isaac Alvarez aka YAYAAA30Rx 🦇✨FLEXUPBABY Rx

I got to school here and currently working on my GED, they offer other courses like medical assistant and security, but honestly everyone is very nice I love coming here personally, they work with your schedule if you need to enter school for GED or Highschool diploma. I think it is credited for school but not sure you could ask just in case and call, don't be afraid to ask. Staff is very patient and very welcoming.maritelme d

There is a challenge to achieving, and creating the right balance between crews and students. It's one of the most interesting School. Evans have the most effective ways to teach,teachers were treated in the first place to give away their knowledge. God bless you all.J AMADEO

Very good (ESL) English as Second Language program.. And flexible hours schedule from 8-10am or 10:15-12:15pm also there is english for pronunciation in Computer lap. All of them are free and doesn’t require student visa for anyone how want to learn.Abady X5

Long story short I had a warehouse job and was tired of it! I finally decided to go to school for a career and went to this school for help. Ended up taking electrical classes and 3 years later i have a good paying job!! Seriously even tho this school is not as high end as other colleges the teachers here care about their students. They are great mentors and take pride in helping students to become somthing in the real world. Mr. Wehbe is a great teacher and mentor and thanks to him i am set with a career and knowledge to keep me workingChris Rivas

The number and hours are incorrect according to the voice recording on the number given here. Saying summer hours are Mon-fri 8am to 12pm. I would like to attend and sighn up for classes.but this is difficult when information is misleading. summer and summer school is over. The center needs to update there voice recording or update t hours listed here.thank youOni Maru

A nice place to study very quiet if you need to concentrate. They have plenty programs to study and they also give you information if a company is hiring. Give it a try, you can get your classes during the morning or evening Mon-Th. You never know maybe you'll discover that you like to do new things and get prepared for a new and better job. Good luck:).Jobany Paredes

I've visited this campus a couple of times while I was a student in high school. It's a relatively small college adjacent to the historic Firestone Plant and a Carl's Jr. One of the unique features that this school has is transportation. Since it's on Firestone Blvd, many students have accessibility via Metro Blue Line and the local 115 bus. Perhaps most importantly, this school has the ELAC shuttle, and it's a total advantage for students due to ridership via Monterey Park's main campus. It's free to use and I believe they operate on Mondays-Thursdays. This makes personal cars unnecessary and saves a great deal of time and money. It shouldn't be a surprise then, locals ulitlize this to their advantage and many current high school graduates, nearby, attend here. On the contrary, if I've known this if I were younger, I would've been a continuing student. However, I'm glad I didn't attend, due to many familiar faces! With that exception, it's not a horrible community college nor is it "ghetto." It's great!Jose Guerrero Neri

The worst staff I have ever had to deal with thay transfer you from person to person then hang up on you my son took a college class to make up credits for high school . So he could graduate on time . Well the college counselor said that teacher left so it's my son's misfortune. Wow. Very unprofessional office staff thay can't give him credit for the class what a wast of timePatricia Haggan

Small little college, you can’t get lost. There’s awesome professors here, just go to class and do your work and you should pass. I recommend going to the financial aid early when they open if you want to get a more helpful staff to help you with any questions or problems you may be having. There’s even a free shuttle bus that takes you to the main campusDino Girl

Reclaiming my time!!! I am just beyond appalled with the "help" I did not receive. After submitting an application via the website it took about 2 weeks for a member to reach out to me. When they did reach out to me all they told me about was that the class started in which I was trying to take which was security guard that it started yesterday on Monday March 7th. Being that I completed an application way before the start time of the class you would think someone would reach out to me and tell me about the funding that they have available. Not the case. I was told to call a number and figure it out myself as far as funding goes for the security class. Long story short if your looking for a security class to take and your paying for it then go online it's far cheaper! Very disappointed.sadiq bolden

This school helped me achieve my goals regarding my education. I’m grateful for all my teachers who believed that was capable to complete each course I took. I recommend this school to those who wants to have more skills for a better job and for those who wants to pursue a career. Child Development Class had helped me expand my vocabulary as an ESL student and also helped me be more confident about my skills to pursue a career in Child Development field. Thanks to Mrs. Johnson and Ms.Velazquez I got my permit as Teacher Assistant but I will get more training to became a great teacher. Thank you Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center for this amazing opportunities you have given me to have a better future.Kimberly Jacobo

I was attended for 6 Months until Mr. T automotive technician class stopped due to him retiring . & unfortunately he didnt input my attendance so basically only got certified for Technology 1 & Suspension and Steering . For being there for six months I was told I was suppose to receive more certifications than two . So I called the office and they informed me if I wanted to get those certifications that I didn’t get that I would have to retake the class and to make matters worse till this day they still haven’t found a replacement for the automotive tech class! So I basically just wasted my time . So unprofessional so unorganized . What a waste of timeBryant Mena

My experience was 1990 & the 1970s just out of high school,( my first class was in high school. I took a.sfhool bus). I took electronic assembly and the other coasses were in the automotive department. It was a great and memorable experience. I now know how to rebuild starters, alternators, carburetors, engines and do valve jobs. The automotive department is large and well equipped, and it is a good place to have your own car worked on for just the cost or parts if you are not in a hurry to get it back. My mom went there before me for office and secretarial skills and she loved it too. Pierce College is right across the street! They had a coffee shop restaurant on the quad with student wait staff and cooks and the prices were reasonable.James Hiney

I have taken some classes here few years ago but came here for my family members graduation. It was a cute little affair but I was shocked at the attitudes of the people from the cosmetology class. They were loud, rude, and just sat there eating during the national anthem. Nobody said anything to then and they continued to be rude by blowing a horn everytime their friends graduated. Maybe someone should talk to these students and let them know that they represent the college and that kind of behavior is shamefulMs Grumps

Great place amazing classes you will be able to learn life skills for a job and hopefully get hired by getting occupational training in one year or less. They have automotive, body, air conditioning, electrician, locksmith just to name a few of the careers you can get started here! College is not for everyone but getting real life occupational training in a field is not getting a job it's getting a career.Otto Tahouri

Do Not Waste Your Money Or Time This School Should Be Shut Down and The Government Should Stop The Funding Immediately!!! Don’t Do It !!! This school is completely unprofessional. First they expect you to come to school no matter what I told this lady I was in the hospital she continues to ask me if I could leave the hospital to attend class for 20 mins. Have some consideration for peoples health and well being. Then the guy that collects the student payments is a scam, i paid this man 100 to make my payments for the month of December and January this man only paid for December then charged my account again when I asked about the problem he lied and said I didn’t make a payment for the month of January but Luckily I kept my receipt. He tried to laugh it off but he’s a scam and he shouldn’t be trusted but the school fails to do anything about it because they never even listen to their student they expect our money but can’t even provide us with experienced workers or teachers. Then with the teachers they are horrible they literally have you come to school to waste your time you learn nothing from them everything I’ve learned has been from YouTube or textbooks, you come to school to do the same things they have you doing at home. The teachers and administration are never on the same level your teacher will tell you one thing then the administration says another very unprofessional and unorganized. Honestly you are better off learning how to do nails or hair because this will have you in debt up to your ears for no reason. Government officials if you see this, please pull all funding from this school, they are not doing right by the students or the money your provide them with. That money can go into public schools or to help with financial aid but this school is undeservingSomo Dupree

In my honest opinion please by all means do not I repeat do not go to school here. I went to this school 7 years ago and still till this day have not received my certificate for completing dental assistance program. I was also charged an additional $3,000 by this school. Never once did i receive a Bill or notification stating i owed additional funds for xyz to uei i found out by the amount due hitting my credit score which dropped 66pts … This school charged me 23,000 all together and promised me i would get employment and that they would help place me in a dental office to get my office training part done which was a big part of getting your certificate and they never helped me with anything..its been the biggest burden of my life i wish i would have never gone here. But when you're a young mother and are desperate for a change you will do just about anything to help your family and these people took advantage of that.rochelle bellas

Graduated from the HVACR program at gardena site, STAY AWAY FROM UEI. They do not have the supplies to properly train and teach anything. They are low on everything at one point they even ran out of refrigerant, so how can we learn anything with no hands on training after you graduate they harass you for payments when you are in fact making payments. I just talk to somebody today told them I will make a $100 payment and they told me they’re marking it down as refusal to pay. This is the worst school possible I do not even know how they maintain their Accreditation. The career services is a joke. The jobs that get you are with the worst companies to work with. They deserve zero stars. I gave one star just so that I can post a review.Eric Castro

(Translated by Google) Excellent place, from now on it will be my home, thanks to the central government. (Original) Excelente lugar, ahora en adelante será mi casa, gracias al gobierno central.Hi GIR

The little time I have in this place has been very useful for me, thanks to teacher Daniel and the other directors for allowing me to study here, thank you very much🙏Dennis abran Dueñas curiel

(Translated by Google) Very good teacher the teacher who teaches hiset (Original) Muy buen maestro el profesor que enseña hisetWendy Linares

Competent and dedicated administrative staff and teachers. Remarkable internal communication in whithin puente learning center. Thank you for teaching and helping us to improve our skills. Thank you very much mr Pratt, mrs wolfe. 👍⚘.brahim 05

It is a very good school, I took a summer English course and it was very helpful for me; the teachers were very kind and the environment was nice. I would take classes again in Puente.Diego Iracheta

(Translated by Google) Very good school, very kind teachers, very responsible with children (Original) Muy buena escuela los maestros muy amables muy responsables con los niñosEsteban Perez

As expected from a low-cost secondary school. Nothing but lousy, unprofessional, and unfriendly staff who's there for their paychecks. My advice for new students: Take your orientation somewhere else other than here. Never have I felt disgusted and uncomfortable with an instructor who's unorganized, barely shows up on time, and makes unnecessary comments and jokes. Heck, doesn't even introduce themselves whether they're the instructor or not. Very awkward! Not sure how I feel about the classes here or the main campus. Will update to see how it goes.Pinkish Delight

Honestly very content with this school. I passed on my first try and the aid everyone proportionated was amazing. I'm a college student and honestly this facility is more helpful than the college itself. I got my CNA certification with Ms. Margie RN. And honestly no one is more helpful than her. Also for medical terminology Mr. Gonzalez was an outstanding professor to.Arley Martinez

This skills center has the most best dedicated teachers of ALL OCCUPATIONAL/SKILLS schools around that area!! Teachers and staff are very respectful, professional and fantastic , fun and easy learning teaching methods!! 😀 👏 thank you superb teachers and school staff!! 🙏👌simply the best skills/adult school!!Lirlly Ramirez

I called the front office they said th eh were open i arrived at 1145 am and the gates are locked female ove rthe phone said to come. I waisted my gass. Sign on the brinck wall even stated they close at 12 pm. I really dislike i5 wjen staff tell you yo come only to be locked out 15 minutes prior and close eairly when rhey said there open.anne yaque chavez

Here you can learn so much about electrician. HVAC technology . Really really good. I like to learn here. Now i almost finished electrician 4 module. Instructor Mr. L.Lastra is a great teaching. Thanks Mr. Lastrahenry liu

I took ESL classes back in 1995 with Mr. Jacobs (very good teacher and nice person) and Toefl sessions with an excellent teacher named Ms. Rizava (Sorry if I misspelled). I am very grateful to the school and the staff, by reading the comments I see that the school continue doing a great job. Best regards,Nando Mx

Well I didn't know they close at 9 p.m. so I got stuck there but I managed to find a way to get out next time I'll be out of there at 8:30 if I go to the park but it was great haven't been there for a long timeMarina Trujillo

wanna go to school to become a medical receptionist hopefully they have it there willing to go back to school to get a certification or a diploma for medical receptionistDiana Hernandez

Well I've been coming here for years and every time I'm here it's like a batch of fresh air. I've been helped so much in this school. The staff here is great. Their are so many opportunities of education, money, and many forms of art including a studio with access for the conmunity. Thank you all here at the center and come join us for a better fulfilled future.steven sierra

Helping youth is the game of game. Ms Miller, Ms puma and all supporting staff from desk receptionist to security guards want youth to succeed in whatever endeavor they pursuit. From employment to seeking higher education they want to solidify the youth of today in being skill enough to achieve whatever they wish to pursue.Tzar Rasputin

Do not have Joe Diaz help you. He clearly has too many things to do that nothing gets done on time. Don't expect a call back from him either. Maybe they do help other kids from the community. Just our experience wth them has been atrocious. Never again.Celia Cervantes (CRVNTS)