Thanks to Enrique Alvarez for the motivational speech for our class, truly did value it.read more

Ms. Maritza is truly one of the best instructors I have ever had. I am extremely grateful that I…read morehad the opportunity to have her as my CST instructor. She genuinely cares about her students and goes above and beyond to make sure they understand the material, feel prepared, and have the confidence they need to succeed. What makes Ms. Maritza stand out is how dedicated she is to her students. She is knowledgeable, patient, supportive, and always willing to explain something again or help when a student is struggling. She doesn't just teach you what you need to know for an exam--she prepares you to become a competent and confident Surgical Technologist in the real world. Throughout the program, she pushed us to improve while still making us feel supported. You can tell that she takes pride in seeing her students succeed, and that made a huge difference in my experience. Her teaching and guidance played an important role in preparing me for my CST exam and for my future career in the operating room. I cannot thank Ms. Maritza enough for everything she has taught me and for all the time and effort she puts into her students. Any student who has the opportunity to learn from her is extremely fortunate. I would recommend her without hesitation. She is an amazing instructor, mentor, and person, and I will always appreciate the impact she had on my journey toward becoming a CST.

This is an amazing school. My daughter is 16 and wanted to see if she would like to be in medical…read morefield. Ms. Danielle was so caring and understanding that my daughter needed a little encouragement to see her full potential. The knowledge, instructions, care that school provided was soo appreciated. Clinicals, practice exams, participation in classes helped my daughter pass exam from the first time!! I would definitely recommend this school for anyone who is interested to do CNA or see what it means to get into medical field

does anyone know how I could contact the school? I have tried to reach out to see if it's temporary…read moreclose I have yet to receive my CNA diploma I passed back in May 2023!

For the longest time, nursing school lived in the same category as "I'll get to it eventually."…read moreEventually turned into 6-7 years of postponing, doubting myself, and wondering if I was really cut out for it. Ironically, what finally pushed me to take the leap was watching a coworker graduate from West Coast University. Did she vent about the program being stressful? Absolutely. Did she ever have a bad thing to say about the professors or staff? Not once. That spoke volumes. Nursing school isn't supposed to be easy. Caring for people during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives isn't easy, so why should the preparation be? Hearing about the challenges didn't discourage me, it reassured me that the program was doing exactly what it was meant to do. So, after attending an information session for the second time in two years, I finally decided to stop flirting with the idea of nursing school and commit. What stood out to me immediately was the transparency! From day one, everything was laid out clearly: what was required for admission, what resources were available, and what steps needed to be taken to succeed. There were no surprises, no sugarcoating, just straightforward guidance and support. Then began the adventure of getting all my "stuff" together. I would be remiss if I didn't give a special shout-out to David Gallardo, who is low-key one of the biggest reasons my application was completed at all. During the application process, I was navigating some personal challenges while helping care for my mother. Throughout it all, David remained patient, encouraging, and consistently supportive. More importantly, he always started our conversations by asking how I was doing, not just where I was in the application process. That may seem like a small thing, but it meant a lot. His kindness and reassurance gave me confidence when mine was running low. If first impressions truly matter, David was the perfect first impression of West Coast University. Now, as I prepare to begin this journey, I won't pretend I'm not nervous. I have moments where I wonder whether I have what it takes. But I also know that West Coast University has already shown me that support, resources, and dedicated advisors are available every step of the way. At that point, the responsibility shifts to me to use those resources and keep moving forward. So here I am, equal parts anxious and determined, looking forward to the long study sessions, sleepless nights, and study-group marathons. Two years from now, I plan to walk across that stage knowing that earning my degree wasn't easy, but it was worth it. And when that day comes, I'll happily become an unofficial ambassador for West Coast University, completely pro bono lol. If I can help encourage even one person who has been sitting on the fence the way I did for 6-7 years, wondering whether they're capable or whether the timing is ever going to be right, then I'll gladly share my experience. Sometimes all it takes is seeing someone else take the leap to realize you can do it too. For now, though, it's time to get to work. See y'all in two years! GM.

WCU was a roller coaster of an experience for me. Mainly in the sense of managing my time…read moredifferently every 10-weeks. It is all fairly warned and the staff all do their best to ensure you are well supported. This review is going out to anyone who is curious about what happens after you pass both Exit Exam and NXLEX and the support given by the career advisor. During the last term I was paired with Alla Kostanyan, right away she reached out to make an effort to meet me and get to know what my goals were post WCU. She also kept it real and helped me see the many routes a new grad nurse can possibly take. Right away she began to make sure my resume looked good and was ready. I received several emails with all sorts of job openings ahead of time so that I may plan to apply accordingly. In my case particularly, before starting west coast I decided to apply at my local hospital as a patient safety aide, just to see if this is a place I would like to work at after graduation. Well, I loved it there and that gave me a shoe in as I navigated a job there during my time in school. I also stayed proactive and during my first term at WCU I signed up to volunteer at Cedars Sinai (another place I wanted to potentially work at). So you see in my case I did myself a favor beforehand. Which worked out greatly since I was able to build good rapport with both locations for the almost 3 years of school. I put in my work to achieve getting hired at my local hospital and I was able to receive a job offer. Overall , Alla made sure that I place my eggs in several baskets and made the application process easy. It's tough out there as a new grad and it can feel discouraging at times but don't give up because unlike me there are so many successful students whom don't think of a job until after graduation and eventually get hired do to the collective effort one's career advisor provides and the work the student puts in.

I didn't take a course here BUT if Mrs. Nelly Azizi is teaching it... it will be first rate. I took…read moreher CNA course at the American Red Cross and passed the first time. She is VERY THOROUGH. I decided to google her and find she is teaching here. Ask if it is her and if she is teaching it... you will get a first rate CNA course. I only confirmed it was her by seeing her picture on the website for the school ( she is the one in the middle ). Hi Ms. Azizi !!!! It is Brian from the Dec 2013 Red Cross class. Ms. Azizi has A LOT of fans and I have taken additional courses elsewhere and her classes are #1 and me & a fellow Red Cross student actually helped teach another school's classes in range of motion.... yeah she is THAT good. FYI Ms. Aziz helped write the ACTUAL book for the American Red Cross CNA program. TOP NOTCH INSTRUCTOR.

I recently completed the CNA course here, and I couldn't be happier with my experience! The…read moretraining was thorough, hands-on, and incredibly well organized. The clinical experience gave me the confidence and skills I needed to feel prepared for real-world healthcare settings. A special thank you to my instructor, Mrs. Nelly. Her expertise as a healthcare worker truly shined through in every lesson. She was patient, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. You can tell she genuinely cares about her students' success. I'm so grateful I chose this program highly recommend it to anyone considering a CNA course!

Outstanding Nursing & Healthcare Training…read more Aberdeen Institute is an exceptional school for anyone pursuing a career in nursing or allied health. The instructors are experienced, supportive, and truly care about student success. The hands-on simulation labs are realistic and help build real confidence before clinicals. The administration is professional, organized, and always ready to support students from enrollment to graduation. If you're looking for quality education, strong mentorship, and a path to success in healthcare--Aberdeen Institute is the place to be.

Chris was a great instructor and really made sure we got the material down! He even gave us other…read moreresources we can use after the class to keep practicing and exercising the knowledge we learned in this class. I am so happy now that I have my certification and can get a job in this field! Awesome class and very convenient time as this specific class was 2 days on Saturday and Sunday. I would recommend to everyone who is interested in being a monitor tech/ekg tech.

I have been searching all over for a place to get my EKG certification, but everywhere I looked was…read moreeither crowded, too expensive and/or a long wait list. One of my friends told me about EKG 101 and how he had a good experience with them and the best part was that he could get in right away, and in just 2 days he was certified. I asked him for the info and decided to take a look and to my surprise it was just as he said. The class is 2 days long 8 hrs each and the teacher Chris knows what he's talking about. He answered everyone's questions thoroughly and in a way that the whole class can understand. I loved that there was no wait and that I could take the class right away and finally be certified. Out of all places I looked up this was the best place in everything including the fees. Chris makes it affordable so that anyone who wants to get certified can. I really recommend this place to anyone who's looking to get certified!!!!

Graduated today! Woohoo!!! This school is amazing! I never…read morethought I would enjoy going back to school but Ms. Lorna is such an awesome teacher. She's very patient and takes time to help you and answer all your questions. I love it when she says "make mistakes now and here so I can help and correct you" We did some of our theory classes on zoom and all our clinical skills in school. I felt safe because she adheres to safety protocols. Social distancing, sanitizing, washing of hands, gloves, mask, face shields, PPE. I have no doubt and very confident about passing my state exam next week! Only down side, class is just 5 weeks, I enjoyed it so much I wish it was longer. Haha! Thanks Ms. Lorna! I also looked into other schools for CNA. Super glad I came here. I highly recommend it!

I would highly recommend this CNA program. It pushed me to grow and helped me build confidence in…read morereal clinical settings. Miss Lorna challenges you, but you will learn a lot and leave feeling prepared. By the end, you truly feel like family

As the IT Manager at LA ORT College, I've seen firsthand the positive changes under new management…read more They've brought fresh energy and focus, making the school an excellent place for students to thrive.

Getting ahead is hard when your so far behind. Finding a school that is Nationally Accredited, with…read morethe Burea of education; that will accept you is also rare. Get equipped with the traits needed to compete for a better life, America is all about education so get one Thank God I found ORT!