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As a current student at Platt, there have been two things that have really stuck out to me about this college. A big thing I've enjoyed and really noticed at Platt is how incredibly passionate about teaching and the subjects they teach the teachers are. They genuinely care about each and every student and only want what is best for each of us. The teachers also all have industry experience and are only want to teach the most up to date and important stuff to help students succeed after graduation. Another thing I have truly enjoyed about Platt is the family atmosphere the school has. Everyone is always willing to help everyone and the school has a very laid back atmosphere. Despite this though, the school finds ways to push you harder than you've probably ever been pushed. I've learned an incredible amount of valuable knowledge about not just what I'm studying, but also about the industry and life in general. I have attended community college, and a big state school (Ball State) besides Platt and of the three Platt is my favorite, the state school I felt like I was just another student, I meant nothing to the teachers, at community college, the teachers were passionate but they lacked the proper funding to provide us with the proper equipment necessary. Platt provides all the equipment I need to succeed, and the teachers all know my name and make me feel important. This is why I would recommend Platt to anyone interested in the fields of Digital Media and Design.Sean Hunsche

Filmmaking finally feels accessible to me because of Platt College!! I am a Digital Media major focused on video production. Platt took all of my previous credits and is a veteran friendly school that offers a full time, yet flexible schedule. Platt uses hands-on learning to teach editing software like Premiere Pro and After Effects, but also gives students access to industry standard production equipment like a sound recording booth, a green screen room, and an entire equipment room. Each class focuses on the student building a portfolio. I now know how to create amazing special effects and my own industry level sound. And let’s talk about the campus! It’s small, easy to navigate, and parking is ample around the school when the lot is full. The campus has a cool vibe, it’s comfortable, tons of bathrooms, vending machines, and an open door policy with an amazing staff that cares about each student. Seriously, the school director has come to the screening of all of my class’s films! Not to mention the school always does cool, fun little things for holidays. We had a costume contest where winners won ACTUAL CASH, and a Valentine’s Day raffle with doughnuts! I’m so glad I found Platt. It’s a good school that gives you the tools and knowledge to achieve your dreams. I’ll catch you in the credits. Kimmy JusticeKimberly Justice

I had a great experience at this school, taking home my Associate and Bachelor Degree in three years time! This review though isn't going to be about the school but about a very special person named Celi Yankajtis, Career Services Director. Celi, along with all my teachers, have helped me become successful. Celi, in particular though, has helped me land TWO jobs. One for a startup app company and another recently at a local web marketing firm. I cannot thank her enough for the dedication and care she has for the students and their success. She truly loves her job and truly cares, the proof is with Alumni like myself. She continuously posts job openings in the schools career services job board and always goes above and beyond to help students find work, especially for those students who show the desire to succeed. I warn you though, DO NOT WASTE this woman's time! She truly is there for all the students but if you don't show effort yourself then you are wasting her time which she could be spending on students who want to succeed. Thank you Celi for being an amazing student advocate!!!G

My Business Administration Management class was amazing, I learned so much and I am carrying it with everywhere I go. Some people do not like it and so do. My instructor was so brilliant and I am so proud and thankful for him. With his support and all of SJVC workers, instructors, and all around everyone, I was able to get threw this pandemic we are still having and graduate with a 4.0 and being on the deans list. I am thankful for you all. Anyone who wants to go to college for Business or just in general, go to SJVC. They got you covered and they support your every step and decision. They help you become ready for excellency and, help you find a job that you will love and if that job doesn't work out for you they will go over and above to help you succeed and find a position you want and love. Again I want to thank you SJVC for everything and I will be seeing you again soon.Alisha Gonzales

I'm in the midst of the program and just love it!! The teachers and staff are fantastic and it feels like they have become my extended family. They care and want you to succeed. They offer many resources to help if you hit a road block. It's a very professional environment and they continue to train you on maintaining professionalism. I have learned so much in the 3 months I've been attending thus far and look forward to all the things I'll continue to learn. I'm thankful for SJVC, with their help my goals are becoming a reality.Jamie Carroll

Attending SJVC has been a wonderful experience for me. The overwhelming support, love and time that everyone spends on their students is immeasurable. My instructor Dr. Warman is an angel. He is hands on with his students and checks on us outside of class. He is very dedicated, supportive and relates to us in many ways. I appreciate his hard work and commitment to his students. Means the world to me. I am thankful to be apart of such an amazing school and I'm looking forward to getting my certificate.Krystal Mcguffie

I think financial aid is run by Dr.Seuss. It’s a literal circus. They barely answer the phone and Stacy is brutal. I think she wrestled in the WWE. I simply and politely asked about my financial aid app and she punch me in throat so hard I started singing Ave Maria. I didn’t even know I knew the song. Oh and Brenda in records punched me in my chest so hard my shoulders clapped. She was pretty adamant about me not transferring. Do not step on campus without your PPO being updated.Donovan Bradshawe

This is a great university with students from all around the world, very beautiful buildings, gardens and sport facilities. It was a fantastic experience to study there for an year and enjoy such a nice atmosphere. Just be aware that you need a car to travel in weekends, for Riverside itself does not have many attractions, though it's a cozy city.Michael Rachid

Beautiful campus. So green. I love the Eucalyptus trees. It’s quiet in certain areas and social in others when students are around. A little something for everyone. Nice pathways for both walking and cycling. There are benches all around the campus to provide ample sitting areas to either just rest or to study with solar powered charging stations.Sajleen

My time at Advanced Training Associates was professional and educational; the know-how I gained from the administration and faculty is an experience that will follow me into my electronics career. I took the 5-week Telecommunications course consisting; FCC/GROL & Fiber Optics Certifications. My instructor, Joaquin Coffey, is an excellent teacher and mentor. His knowledge and experience in electronics helped me understand the curriculum and how I can apply it to my everyday work life. Joaquin was thorough and articulate on the coursework and hands-on labs; helped me comprehend the expertise and skills required to take and earn the certification exams. His extensive knowledge with ship radios and radars helped me obtain my FCC/GROL with Radar Endorsement with a 100% in all elements. The Admissions Director, Steven Howard, is an exceptional counselor and adviser. I was unsure about the direction I wanted to take with my education and he led me down the right path for my overall career goals. He guided me through the registration process and gave me a class that was cohesive with my personal and work life. He was able to answer and explain any questions I had about my Tuition Assistance; personally talked to the Navy College Office and handle any grievances I had with financial aid. Overall a great experience at Advanced Training Associates; • Clean facility • Knowledgeable and experienced staff • Up-to-date coursework • Very beneficial for anyone ready to take the first or next step in their careerShannon Canu

This school is a breath of fresh air! I attended another school in the area for about 3 months and I ended up leaving with a horrible experience. After I visited Advanced Training I was taken back by how much different the school was compared to the other schools I visited. The school building was neat, and clean. The lab was full of the best and most up to date equipment in order to ensure you were confident and capable by the time you graduated. The administrative staff and faculty are there to ensure the student receives the best possible education. I noticed a lot of schools are all about your money, once you have started you seem to get brushed aside. Not at Advanced Training, every single one of the staff members at this school are 100% approachable for any reason, their doors are always open and they are willing to help you in any possible way. They don't just forget about you once you have signed up. After graduation they do everything in their power to help you find a job. They don't just get you into externship; they help you with job leads, resume writing, and all the essentials needed in today’s job market. The teachers are amazing, talented, and great at what they do. I cannot say enough great things about this school and its incredible staff. Thank you at everyone at advanced training for making my school experience incredible, and helping me realize that not all schools are the same.kevin massey

Staff is extremely friendly until you tell them that you need to discuss the finances with your significant other. I'm really upset, I was very excited to start at this school, and had a second appointment to take the assessment test to get in and check out financial aid. Once I had a concrete number of how much money I would actually be spending at this school, I wanted to go home and chat with my partner before signing any contracts that put our family in $8,000 more debt than we were the day before. Seems pretty reasonable, right? That's not much money to pay for a diploma and a degree, but still a good chunk of change and deserves a conversation. I told this to the seemingly very sweet recruiter who quickly changed his tone to aggressive, and quite rude as if I had wasted his time. He pointed out several times that "this has never happened to him before" and that I probably wouldn't come back. Then I told him I'd like to make another appointment for the following week, because I'd have a decision by then, he said "yeah well I'm pretty busy so I don't see that happening." I was genuinely very interested in enrolling here. But the staff didn't care about me, and that was made perfectly clear by the end of my meeting.Emily Jorgensen

I'd like to think that because of Covid, there is a lack of help from this college. I have been trying my very best for the last month to do everything myself without the help from any employees at this college. I have not been contacted regarding how to get enrolled, registered, what classes I need, financial aid, etc. I have been struggling since I have submitted my application to this college. You basically have to figure out everything on your own which isn't hard for me to do because I was walked through the steps from my previous college who actually took the time to help me out. While I understand quite a few things, there are some things that I don't understand and that I have questions about but getting into contact with anyone at this college is very difficult. Even through emails, no one responds. This college lacks the skill for helping their future students. I believe that I have done everything necessary in order to be a student but getting in touch with a counselor is the biggest problem. Making an appointment with a counselor via zoom, is quite a struggle and I have messaged quite a few employees at the college but yet, I still haven't received any responses. I am about to give up and just try somewhere else although this college is very convient for me, it's not worth the struggle and hassle at this point. 😔Mary McDonald

Great atmosphere. Their financial aid office needs help though. I started my fasfa around May and I'm trying to get in for the fall. I sat down with the students that help you with the fasfa form online so I don't do it wrong. I had to wait for them to approve it. They told me to bring my parents IRS info, even though I used the retrieval tool. I had to do a dependent verification form. Turned in copies of those. Then asked for my W-2. Then they asked for another verification form. Just constantly asking me for things I turned in. It sometimes takes them weeks to let you know what's next. So I learned the hard way the previous year that they ask for these forms every semester. They didn't tell me until I was applying for another semester. First year student trying to figure them out. I lived in El Cajon when they were asking for forms making this process extra annoying. Apparently they had to restart the process for the new semester. Don't ask me why but this is the most annoying part of school. I advise making multiple copies of whatever they ask for IRS FORMS, W-2, AND TAX INFO. They'll ask for it next semester and start it months before to avoid lines. I'm grateful there is a financial office though or school would be ROUGH! Thank you. EDIT: THEY MOVED TO A 270PERSONAL

City College is represented by the San Diego transit people, MTS, as City College Trolley Station, a cave, possibly Plato's, remarkable for grime and an expansive range of social behaviors not common in the quiet halls of ivy and higher education. The City College Trolley Station, is, of course, the gateway of San Diego's always expanding skidrow that could be seen as starting here and continuing to 25th and Commercial. San Diego and the real estate community promotes skidrow as being the East Village, but it's not really so much a village as it is a refugee camp. And it is getting bigger every day and will one day engulf all of downtown and possibly as far into the neighborhoods as Hillcrest and North Park. City College Trolley Station is what San Diego is becoming, or is, and what could a college want more than to be so inextricably tired to the dramatic representation of San Diego's future , the (San Diego) City College Trolley Station?Range Cow

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

elenita r. Northridge, San Fernando Valley, CA 8/10/2022 After nine months of schooling, Pharmacy Technician Course i was really satisfied with how my instructor, Ms. Wiggy guide us to learn and understand our chosen field and be able to adapt in real life scenarios.In general the facility has everything you need and clean. Kudos to the school's staff for being supportive and accomodating specially from the very start of enrollment until the end of the course. If I would decide to take another course , I would enroll again and even recommend it to my family and friends.Thank You MIss Wiggy for sharing your knowledge and thank you VCMC staff and to my beloved school.. Its not only a school…its going to be your home alsoelenita rivera

When I first enrolled everyone was super friendly and helped me with the process and it went smoothly. The teachers and staff are very kind and caring and will go out of their way to help when you have trouble with assignments. And when you finish with the corse they help you to find a job in no time! If I could give more then 5 stars I would and I would recommend this school to anyone who wants to pursue knowledge and a career in the medical field!!David Rodriguez

Im a student , and just finished , I really love this school I learned a lot , even though I was gonna give up in the beginning , but Mr. U didn't give up on me , it was scary at first learning all this new medical stuff , but with the help of mr.u and my classmates I did it , and I can't believe how fast time went , I recommend this school for anyone at any age , I'm very greatful , and I can't believe I did it yay !!!maria gonzalez

Two years ago I had the good insight of enrolling in Concorde's PTA program. The program is run by knowledgeable Physical Therapists invested in quality education (Mary, Sam, Laura, Kelly, Dennis). They provided me with the necessary tools to start a new career and enter the work force feeling competent with my skills. The school has a department dedicated to assist graduates find a job, Alvy has personally helped me with this, he even rendered a mock interview so that I would show up to a possible employer as a strong and coherent candidate. Because the program is so well organized (from prerequisites to clinical rotations and even when/how to signing up for your board test!) it is easier to have a balance school/personal life. And when you approach the school, Karl, the security officer at the entrance, is the most welcoming and kind person that will ever open a door for you.Yawi Griffini

My experience at Concorde has truly been astounding. I joined the Medical Assistant program and my teacher Ms Tameka was nothing short of a great instructor. She was very patient, compassionate and dedicated to ensuring that every student learned even if it meant staying late or adapting the way she presented materials.The Financial staff Eva and Peetee were very efficient in handling my paperwork so that I could dedicate my focus to studying and be successful. Upon completion my graduate employment specialist Rocky was a true rockstar. I had no faith in using their services but this guy was very helpful in making sure my resume was top notch and that I was interview ready and confident enough to land jobs and ask for the money I deserved. I am very thankful for all of the staff at Concorde for helping me to be a success in the healthcare field today!Neshia B

I attended Concorde Career College for the Medical Assistant Program and after completing, I am now a graduate!. After completing my externship, Rocky Ramirez who is our graduate employment specialist assisted me with my resume and employment opportunities. Not only was Rocky very helpful but he goes above and beyond on ensuring that his students are fully prepared for the next step. He was always available when I needed his help, always checking in to see how things are going. You can definitely count on him for anything. Thanks to rocky, I am now employed! He surely does the best job with helping each one of his students at Concorde! :)) Thank you again Rocky!!Gabriella De Soto

This review is for the Pharmacy Technician program at the San Marcos, CA campus, taught by Mrs. Becker. I am a graduate and was taught by Mrs. Becker. A 5-star experience. Mrs. Becker is passionate about teaching her profession. She truly cares about her students – she strives to get to know them, understand their strengths and weaknesses, and works with them to get them to success. The class meets for 4 hours per day, 5 days a week in a clean, modern classroom. I found it to be a safe, welcoming, and diverse environment. Really important for me: Mrs. Becker not only has outstanding integrity and professional credentials, but also a sense of humor! An actual pharmacist, who is wonderfully approachable, experienced, and caring, Mrs. Baca, comes in to teach certain classes, and substitutes for Mrs. Becker when needed. Together, they make a great team. A broad range of subject matter is covered, for example, math, law, pharmacology, customer service, and "hands-on" preparation of prescriptions (using mock ingredients of course). The program enabled me to get my state Pharmacy Technician license AND earn a certificate in sterile compounding before I even graduated! If you complete the program, you'll definitely be a competitive candidate in the job marketplace.Charles Griffin

As a former student in PIMA's OTA program, I can say that the OTA students probably have the most fun out of all the programs! The campus is really nice and located next to alot of resturaunts, which made getting lunch easy. Since the campus is fairly new all the OTA equipment is new and in good condition. Additionally, OTA labs were always engaging and applicable when working with actual patients during FW. Classes were a bit fast-paced, however, this is an accelerated program. Additionally, all the instructors were amazing and have great experience within different areas of OT which stood out in their ability to teach certain subjects. They also went out of their way to ensure that every student was successful in this program, which I appreciated. Occupational therapy is an amazing career that is versatile and allows you to specialize in different areas such as neuro, pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedics, etc. It is a rewarding career that challenges you as a practitioner to think outside the box to ensure the best health outcome for your patients while looking through a holistic lens. If this sounds like a career that you are interested in, I would definitely look into joining PIMA's OTA program.melanie chhea

Currently enrolled in the respiratory therapy program and have had a great experience so far. The instructors go above and beyond to make sure we have what we need, with constant check ins for students. Everyone is there to help, all you need to do is ask and there’s full transparency. I would recommend others to join in getting their healthcare career started. Notably we have instructors that know their stuff and not just that actually care about how we are learning. Amazing so far can’t wait to further my education in this environment. 🙂Sergio Esparza

A little over a month ago, I wrote a review on here about a situation that was happening between this school and myself: I was receiving calls and emails from them in regards to a balance that I was unaware of due to some mishaps during Covid where the grant vouchers I turned in weren’t utilized and the balance remained. I was beyond frustrated and when it got to the point where they said I’d be I collections for a debt that wasn’t my fault. I became angry and explained the situation here. Not even an hour later, the school reached out to me about getting in touch with the new Campus President, Dr. Dean Vines, to speak more on the situation. When I tell you Dr. Vines was extremely warm, understanding and apologetic about what was happening and personally took the time to listen. He took it upon himself to reach out to me and look into the situation personally, even though this occurred back in 2020 before his time at Concorde. I am very grateful for him taking the time out from his busy schedule to not only correct the problem, but met with me in person to hand me my transcripts and diploma that I had yet to receive from them. Thank you Campus President Vines! You’re an incredible addition to an otherwise great school. I am so glad that Concorde has you as their guide. Both your current and future students are in great hands.Jamylet Flores

I have been trying to go back to school and further my education for years and years finally I came to Florida for a visit and spoke with Claudette Simpson an admission representative and fell in love with her she's been more down to earth more personable than anyone I've known in education she's helped in so many ways I meant a lot of the faculty and staff involved in occupational therapy assistant program and they've all seemed very very very very professional and very nice and very helpful unfortunately I was not able to complete the program when I started in 2020 but here I am 2022 and within within weeks I'm about to start again still feeling like family still feeling like I have support still feeling that everyone wants me to graduate it's a wonderful feeling it's been scary even though I know I can do it but with these people behind you pushing you and rooting for you I have no doubt in my mind they told me they cannot wait to see me graduate and I see me graduating thank you thank you Claudette you are Amazing!!!!Jennifer Lovelock

This is going to be my 3rd Course. So far so good. Everyone's very friendly including the receptionists they are very nice. They greet everyone, like if they knew you for a long time. Also, when you have problems with your work, your teachers makes sure you understand it, including the students. They just don't sign you up and ignore you. I love Ania, always asking how I am doing and cheering me up. Also love the coffee and snacks they have for us all the time 🤗Claudia Puerta

Pima Medical Institute in Chula Vista, CA has been a great educational experience for me. After completing their Vet Tech program, I feel confident in the skills I have learned & fully prepared to enter the animal medical field with a solid knowledge base. Everyone at the Chula Vista campus have been very helpful & supportive during the ~2 years of my educational path. Specifically, Diane O’Brien, RVT is a well informed instructor who combined professionalism & nerdy humor seamlessly, which made a fast-paced curriculum quite fun for me. I would highly recommend the Pima Medical Institute Vet Tech program to anyone seriously looking to become a Registered Veterinary Technician.Brittany Hughlett

I started school at Pima to do the VA course I give a huge shout out to Ms. Brooks she is amazing she is super knowledgeable and will teach you everything to prepare you for this career. I also give a shout out to Mr. Polanco he was amazing and such a good human being! I am currently in the Vet tech program and O’Brien has been great! She is a good instructor and also a genuine soul and always willing to help. Ms. Brewer has been my favorite she is the school director of the VT program and she is always helpful, respectful and professional. She is also the sweetest person.Vanessa Miranda

Love this school the teachers are amazing, specifically Ms J and Ms Perez in the dental assisting program they have been such a big help for me throughout my schooling here at Pima, they also helped me with my first dental assisting job and I was able to get paid during my extern thanks to them 🙂 I also would like to mention Mrs. Martha she was also very nice to me and helped me with my extern very professional as well. Overall Pima is a great school and if anyone would like to pursue a career in Dental Assisting I would definitely recommend coming here!!Karla San Martin

My instructor Ms. Brown has been the best leader and teacher I’ve ever experienced. She is always willing to help and answer questions at any time. She is patient, kind, understanding and overall a pleasant individual to be around. She makes everyone feel welcomed and comfortable regardless of their situations which shows she truly cares. I appreciate all her efforts throughout my time here at Concorde and I’m so grateful I got to experience a teaching experience like this one! Thank you Ms. Brown!Celia Pardi

I’m in the Concorde Career Program, my admissions coordinator Mr. Greg Stewart was always on top of things, easy to get ahold of and always professional. He made the admissions process such a breeze to gather through. The program is definitely challenging but so worth it. Concorde understands that some students may need additional resources which they help facilitate. Would recommend to others applying for a professional employment program.Stephanie Rees

I recently just graduated from the ST program. My director Mrs.Harris was very supportive and very helpful. My lecture teacher Mr.Smith was awesome when it came time for certification she made sure if we didn’t understand something she would have private tutoring to make sure we understood. Mr.Anderson understood his assignment as our lab teacher he got us prepared for clinicals i really appreciate them they have taught me a lotlisa burrell

Matt and Katie were fantastic! I was a couple months into recovering from a bad ankle sprain that was keeping me out of the water (and therefore making me a miserable bum) when I started my appointments with Matt and Katie. After aggressively pursuing the prescribed exercises, I am surfing a lot without pain and my ankle is nearly 100%. As a very active person, I really appreciated an active course of treatment that was designed to be preventative. I did a lot more work on my hips than I expected, but as a result, all of my lower joints feel more stable because I had an imbalance that we addressed. What's more, in addition to being super knowledgeable, they are also a lot of fun to hang out with. 5/5, 10/10, etc. Thanks, team!!Mark Dittrich

I have been to at least 10 Physical Therapy offices over the last 7 years, until now, at Spine and Sport, Pt. Loma, I had never had any improvements. The quality of their leadership, their staff expertise, their true understanding of my physical limitations is second to none! I can't possibly say enough good things about this clinic, and the professionals working here. Starting with Shane at reception, to Matt the overall director, and therapist… to Levi, who was doing a type of internship, Ashley, Matt, Ryan…all of them are so helpful, professional, friendly, and most of all effective at helping all people in their care! 5+++ stars!Carolann Malley

A+++ Matt & his staff @ Spine & Sport Physical Therapy Point Loma, CA. Provide individual care using state of the art equipment, extensive manual therapy and personalized strength and treatment sessions designed to get you back on your feet and back to your favorite activities. I’ve been a patient more than a few times. Spine & Sport patiently continue to work with me beginning with a extremely difficult total knee replacement surgery that refused to respond and again for the other knee and a badly torn meniscus. It’s been a long journey and I could have never done it without you. Thank you Spine & Sport.Rhonda Sue King

Dr.George was the best instructor ive ever had LET ME TELL YOU! i have never enjoyed school and never made above a B plus but after taking my first module with him i past all my first 3 classes with a perfect score of 100. His teaching style is amazing, he makes you feel like youre not alone, and he loves when u ask questions so if you're like me and hate asking questions he makes it so much easier its awesome. I really hope i run into you again one day because you were the absolute BEST instructor a student could ask for. Love You! -Hailey <3Hailey Wilke

My career service advisor was great! Ms. Alexandria Vela helped me tremendously on my job search. She was one of the people from the campus who have always been very helpful. She has always been very attentive with me and always checked in, during and after my externship, and now that I'm hired she has continued to check in. She helped me apply for jobs and even walk me through interview questions. Eventually I did get hired and I cant thank her enough!estefania castillo

May I express, I was worried about joining this institution, I hadn’t been in school for a while but when I first visited everybody made me feel so welcome with a constant smile on their face, I felt encouraged and wanting to be in class. Dr. Navarro is very knowledgeable and she sure makes sure we’re updated with our work. I really recommend for you to visit CHCP institution, don’t just take my word for what I just experienced.Browneyes

The first class I took at ICOHS was parasympathetic massage with Karen Heine Zlatic, a patient, kind holistic health practitioner/teacher. I now think of her as the mother of massage. She is a perfect introduction to this school. Her energy is nurturing and the intention is set. This is a professional school, with heart and soul. The second class was circulatory massage with John Economos, a jovial teacher who starts each class with Brain Gym and leads each class with deep understanding of the body, humor and professionalism. Julia Plunket teaches all kinds of interesting classes on all things nutrition, herbs and supplements. With 40+ years of experience coming through with a clarity and confidence from hands on work helping people correct imbalances naturally, Julia is a wealth of invaluable knowledge. From Hugo Anguiano, I learned an ancient form of Ayurvedic massage. Hugo is a serious teacher with a great big soul that comes through his teachings and one cannot help but feel guided to do their best under his instruction. He offers a variety of modalities and energetic classes that I look forward to learning before my education is complete here. Currently, Martine Melilla is guiding a beautiful seasonal Women's Spiritual Journey. I heard fellow students chatting about her classes well before I experienced one for myself. Her reputation proceeds her. Martine brings an elegant island goddess energy into play. I am fresh out of my first day of this class and I want more. This is going to get good! The administration are competent and spiritual people, as well. Alison was my first point of contact. She always greets you with a great big smile and a hug. Veronica is here making this "house a home" away from home. You often are surprised with healthy snacks and drinks she sets out between classes and if ever you need comfort, a conversation, or to ask a question, Veronica is someone who is eager to help. All over ICOHS, you will find areas where student services has been thinking of some ways to soften the edges. Veronica's a busy bee, always looking to improve the students experience because as she says, "We wouldn't be here without You!". For me, who I share my energy with is important. I have found ICOHS to be a safe place to learn, with instruction and guidance from well educated instructors who are passionate and have time invested in their mode of holistic health. It is easy to feel the excitement the instructors have passing down their knowledge. I had previously attended 800+ hours at another holistic school that I learned so much good stuff from. I came to ICOHS with skepticism about how much more I could possibly learn. I'm thrilled to be getting a deeper knowledge, confidence, and understanding of how the human body works holistically. I am very happy to share this in hopes that we all be so blessed to find a perfect piece to our puzzle.DeAnna Ponder

Extremely friendly institution that has created a community fostered from people who practice holistic health. The atmosphere created by the community is one that is warm and welcoming. I have met many great peers at International College of Holistic Studies. We have bonded over one commonality – holistic living – but have found that there are many more interests that exist outside of our hobbies. Thus, International College of Holistic Studies is more than just an institution, but rather, International College of Holistic Studies has created a community of like-minded individuals that continue to give back. I highly recommend checking out this institution, even if you are not interested in holistic living. There are some really great people here.Brian Biddel

This massage and holistic healing school has been in Pacific Beach since 1989. They are state licensed, GI Bill approved (Vets welcome!). With SEVIS / Homeland Security Approval, they can write M1 Visas for foreign students. Holistic Health Practitioner, Massage Therapist and Massage Practitioner and Nutritional Counselor are only some of the certifications they offer. The massage clinic is run by students and if you want a deal on a massage, this is the place! On Monday evenings they offer free Vet massage and lecture/massage to the public. Check out the web site for current speakers.Andrew Mansker

I am a student in the MOA program and my experience at concorde I would say it has been amazing.The staff are always willing to help the students to help them succeed and answer any questions they have.If anyone ever has a bad day Stacie and Mari are always open to donating some of their time to the students and help them talk about any issues that they need help with in their personal life.The instructors are very aware of their students and make sure that each and everyone is passing their classes.If you need to find a job in order to survive while attending school Ms.Danielle is always open to helping those who need to find one.Since my second MOD I have been a member of the lamplighter program which is a student leadership program where students help one another including their peers in class and help mentor them as well as help them in anything they need.We lamplighters are always at the service of students and staff if there is ever anything they need help with. If anyone is interested you can come to the campus and make an appointment and explore the campus feel free to go on the website and take a look at the programs we at concorde have to offer!Pedro Beltran

The dental hygiene program here is absolutely wonderful. Our teachers and program director are amazing. But I am giving two stars because of the issues I’ve had with financial aid. It feels almost impossible to get an appointment with them and everything is so confusing. I understand everyone is short staffed but I have been trying to get ahold of my financial aid person for a month. Not only are they hard to get ahold of but they have said things such as “you need to get a job” if we ask to take a loan out for living expenses. Don’t they think we would get a job if we could? The program is full time there’s absolutely no time to get a job. I’m honestly just hurt that they treat us that way when we spend 73k on this program.Leah Broyles

I took a night class. The instructor always wanted to go home early. so instead of teaching us hands on, he just read over the instructions. When i and several others in my class took the tour, they said we would practice on dummys before we drew blood on each other. They lied. "The equipment doesnt work" is what we were always told. Towards the end of your last mod they crammed both badge tests and extern sites. We weren't notified if we got into our externs until the last day of class. Really nerve recking to the students who had to quit their jobs or try to notify their jobs of the schedule changes. The extern hours change constantly.Heather Gallagher

My doctor and assistant were marvelous, they handle me with kid gloves. Provided with comfort though out the procedure. And to be honest I have several dental experience; it was 120% the best with removal of tooth to the bone implant. I drove there; was given laughing gas, and local. Finish the procedure. Drove home took one pain med with ice pack. Today I’m up walking around still eating soft food. But no pain before and after. My doctor was excellent very professional , and understanding. Thank doctor and staff you are the best. And thanks Dr. McClanahan for your referral . Also I met with the other dentist for a follow up appt. Very pleasant has will.Jackie Lewis

I called MVOMS when I had an urgent situation with a broken tooth that needed extraction, and learned they would take my insurance and fit me in their schedule as a walk-in without a previous appointment. They were helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly—a very capable team that instilled confidence in me. MVOMS is a large, well-appointed facility. The team clearly explained options, procedures, costs, and possible outcomes, and they included me in all the decision-making. Dr. Tim Smith is an absolute pro. The extraction under local anesthesia took only a few minutes without any pain. I've already recommended the practice to several people.Barbara Javor

Had my wisdom teeth extracted. The team from the front office waiting room, the pre-op assistants, anesthesiologist, surgeon, and post-op all were so helpful and kind. very patient and answered any and all question I had. Even had some questions on post-op care after coming home and they helped to answer right away. I would recommend them to anyone who may feel uneasy about surgery or going under IV sedation, they made me feel calm and comfortable through the entire process. Thank you Mission Valley oral Surgery!Ariana Ledezma

I am a passionate Nursing Instructor that plays an active role in my students training, comprehension of the true meaning of compassionate care, and solidify professionalism and team work in the work place. My students are going to change the future of nursing, by providing care above and beyond the state expected standards while knowing their scope of practice. I go above an beyond and even assist them in their Career Preparation and Interview Readiness; as a recruiter myself I know what industry Administrators are looking for and I ensure that my students not only know how to care but graduate knowing how to nail the job of their dreams. I also bills great teams and assist students from 16-99. Give me a visit some time and check out the campus. We have one of the highest pass rates for the California State Exam. Come join my class I would love to help you. Check out International Health Group on Yelp and see my students comments.C F

I am so glad I chose to begin my education in health care by participating in the CNA course at International Health Group. My experience here has prepared me for my future in health care, taught me skills and knowledge to excel. Additionally, the instructors here are so amazing, our instructor made the class so fun by letting us be hands on and told us real world stories that we will never forget. Along the way, I’ve met so many amazing individuals who all have a passion for helping others. These are people I will stay in touch with and network in the future with. I am excited to begin my career as CNA and climb the latter in Nursing. Our clinical experience gave us so much insight, experience and smiles. I sincerely am so grateful that I was able to attend this program! I could not have chosen a better place! Along with the staff being so kind and helpful! I highly recommend this place!Madison Brainard

I just completed the CNA course with Ms. Carla during this quarantine. Let me tell you, I had the most impeccable experience! Ms. Carla is the most kind, generous, honest, and caring instructor I’ve ever had — even surpassing my college professors. She always came to class with a bright spirit, and a warm smile (although we all wore masks, it was easy to recognize in her demeanor 🙂 ). She made the classroom a safe environment to talk about our studying & practicing concerns, practical life experience, and even how to handle our personal lives in general. I am so great full that I got stuck with such a fire-cracker of a teacher, and I will always remember her and my experiences with her as my embarkation to my nursing career. I would 100% recommend Ms. Carla as an instructor for this program to others!Sarah C

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Farrell and the team at Animal Outpatient Surgery of San Diego and Blue Sky Veterinary. I'm so grateful that the amazing (and deserved) reviews here allowed me to find them, and led me to decide to go with them for my beloved dog Honey's successful TPLO surgery. Honey needed surgery after a full rupture of her CCL – the canine equivalent of the ACL. Since this is a specialized surgery, I was devastated to discover that my trusted vet could not perform it, and I was left to my own research to quickly find someone I could trust to help my dog. Let me start by saying that my decision to with Dr. Farrell and the team at Animal Outpatient had NOTHING to do with the incredible price they offer. Yes, they charge far less than the big hospitals, but what is more important to me is the care, skill and value that they deliver. Honestly for me, the fact that so many of the reviews here were about how much less they charge was the only concern for me, as I wasn't looking for the best deal possible, I was looking for the best care possible, as soon as possible, and the best outcome possible. Fortunately, this is exactly what I found. I was relieved when I contacted them and they could get her in for surgery far faster than anyone else we contacted. This was key, as I did not want Honey to have to suffer and wait longer than necessary for surgery for her debilitating injury, and I suspected that the longer she waited, the more damage she could do to her knee. When I called to schedule her surgery, the staff was kind, caring and attentive on the phone, and I felt hopeful we made the right choice. They were also the ONLY clinic I called who actually instructed us to keep Honey resting and doing as little as possible to avoid further damage. You'd hope that this kind of thing would be standard practice, but unfortunately, with big hospitals much falls through the cracks and the result can be disastrous. After this first scheduling call, I felt confident we had made the right choice. When we met Dr. Farrell at the consult appointment, my confidence that we had made the right choice was confirmed. Dr Farrell was kind, caring, and obviously a master of his field. He took the time to explain everything, which is important to me. I'm the kind of person who does a lot of research and has specific questions, and it is important to me that any doctor I choose – whether for people or pets – be able and willing to answer my questions. Dr. Farrell outperformed my hopes and expectations in his ability and willingness to answer my questions. If you have a smaller dog who would be a candidate for the less-costly surgery alternative to the TPLO, Dr. Farrell will go over the pros and cons of each surgery, and leave the decision truly up to you (as long as the pre-op x-rays confirm your dog is physiologically a good candidate for the alternative). Honey's surgery went perfectly, and she came home the same day. Being able to bring her home the same day rather than her spending the night in the hospital was another important factor for us. Keep in mind this is likely one of the ways they are able to get the cost down – by not forcing unnecessary treatments that incur additional expenses. Honey was putting weight on her leg within a day, and started treating it like a normal leg very, very quickly. At the 8 week follow up, she was fully healed and ready to get back to living normal life! She traveled to Europe 2 days later, and has already been enjoying 3-5 mile hikes, which might be the longest she has ever even done! (Maybe because she's so happy to be enjoying life again!) I am so grateful for Dr. Farrell, the team, and the primary surgeon who handled the TPLO (Dr. Farrell assisted). They gave Honey her life back, and gave me my sanity through the process. If you are looking for the best possible care for your best friend, and with the added benefit of the best possible price, look no further – you have found it right here.Sarah Tedesco

We brought our crazy German Shepard in for a confirmation of cruciate ligament rupture. After a bad experience at an unprofessional facility, we got a 2nd opinion at a vet in Temecula (wonderful) and based on the results of the 2nd opinion, they referred us to this facility. At first I was unsure because of the drive (over an hour without traffic), but the second I walked for the consult, I knew we were making the best decision. They made Stella and myself (and my boyfriend on surgery day) feel so welcome and comfortable. I knew we were making the best decision for our girl. The doctor was so thorough in explaining the procedure and why we were even there in the 1st place. Surgery day was a success. Stella healed very well. The whole team did such an amazing job. When we arrived for the 2 week post op, Stella was SOOOOO excited to see Tina and the rest of the staff (another indication we made the right decision). We just went in for Stella’s 8 week post op! She healed up great and is on the road to recovery! I do know that if Stella was to rupture the other ligament, we will be coming back here hands down!! Thanks again to Dr. Paul Farrel, Tina, and the rest of the staff!! Stella, Jamie, and I appreciate you!!Stephanie Jones

Dr. Farrell, Tina, Tori and the whole staff are some of the nicest, empathetic, kindest and most compassionate folks I’ve met with many years of experience that show! Maya had the unfortunate pleasure of having two TPLO and one meniscus procedure done at Blue Sky. While no one wants to have to go through the stress of taking their furry loved one through these procedures, the folks at BlueSky were gentle and reassuring with each and every interaction I had with them. The team is quick to follow-up and provide updates before, during and after procedures and are readily available via text or phone to answer any questions you may. A huge thank you to BlueSky for making what should be a stressful experience an easygoing one through-and-through. Most importantly, a big thank you on behalf of Maya who is back to chasing balls and running on the beach better than ever! You all rock!!Kevin Hoffman

I graduated from the Dental Hygiene department at the San Bernardino campus. Overall, I had a wonderful experience. The staff truly has your best interest at heart. They will spend countless hours to ensure the students feel confident and prepared for state exams and our future career. The classes are challenging as they should be. If you put the work in, you’ll succeed in this program. I passed all three state exams first try. On the clinic floor there are multiple instructors and different doctors on staff so you are able to learn from multiple clinicians. Beyond the educational portion, Concorde was like a second family to me. From walking through the doors being greeted by security guard LT, down the hall seeing Mrs. Ludwig’s infectious smile, to the staff lounge filled with inspiring teachers; I know I always have a home at Concorde and have mentors I can connect with for years to come.Dani Alcantar

As a student here I advise not to go to this school for the Respiratory Therapist class. You pay book fees for the ACLS and NRP and they don't let you keep the books. Then they don't tell you that you have to pay for the course because it's not covered. This school rips off there students and you pay unknown fee's. I don't advise this school and you are better off going to a different school. Plus for the last term which is the most important they don't even teach you and you don't go to a seminar for Kettering. They tell you good luck. This school is unprofessional and the RT director doesn't care about the students they just care about money. GO TO A DIFFERENT SCHOOL BECAUSE YOU WILL BE DISAPPOINTED WITH THIS ONE. It's too late for me but I could help out future RT students.Hailey Salvatore

Concorde has been one of the best decisions I have ever made in my healthcare career! I got my LVN from a different school and wasn't too happy about the experience, so walking into Concorde to inquire about the Neurodiagnostic I was really leery. Let's just say when meeting with Melody Villa was amazing addressing any and all questions I had, I couldn't be more thankful for her and making me feel at ease in taking this step! After finishing the program I was able to find my forever career and it was all thanks to Concorde and their amazing staff. Thank you Melody for helping me and my future!jeriko carbonell