This university is right in the heart of Roanoke Park city. It is very family oriented or that's…read morewhat it seems like. It is a good campus that is plain and is small enough to where you will get the education you need and not have to run around all about the city to get from one place to the next. The different building/halls are close enough to each other to what you're not walking a very long distance.

I knew before we came to a swim meet at Sonoma State I'd see some money from Joan and Sanford Weill…read moresplashed around campus. The Weills live in Sonoma and I joke that after his years at Travelers, Citicorp and Shearson he's been trying to buy back his soul. [My dad worked for him in one of their many satellite offices, my sister and I met Sandy Weill in an elevator, funny story] The Weills' money is quietly invested here in the beautiful Green Music Center at Sonoma State College in a natural landscape filled with field flowers and lush grasses. The campus itself is spread out with plentiful student housing rumored to be pretty posh and spacious. Sonoma State seems to have a focus on liberal arts with a concentration in the arts and STEM. The outdoor pool adjacent to the gym is pretty good but the locker rooms are dated, cramped and dirty and in need of an overhaul. You'll see evidence of Peanuts' Charles Schulz at Sonoma State. He was a Sonoma resident as well. Nice campus, small, quiet, tucked away in wine country.

I did the am program. they are flexible with hours and as long as you put in the effort and ask…read morequestions you will succeed and pass your exams to get certified. It was a nice experience as well!

Took the 21 days CNA AM class with Ms.Sonia and loved it! It's a fast paced program but they…read moreprepare you very well for the board exams (I was able to pass my first try). Theory is around 8 days and the rest is clinical. A lot of past comments have concerns about the old mannequins (which was true) but they just got new ones and are really nice! Ms.Sonia taught us well and gave corrections about what we can improve and focus on for our boards. Very sweet person and teacher! I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND taking your CNA program here!

Did a BLS course with Aaron and his trainee recently. Very thorough and easy to understand. In…read morethe 3 hour course, you'll learn what you need to administer CPR to adults, children and infants confidently. This team are excellent trainers.

I recently completed my ACLS and BLS renewal with Vive CPR, and honestly... this was one of the…read morebest certification experiences I've had (and I've done a few over the years). Aaron, the instructor, is next level. He's incredibly knowledgeable, but more importantly, he actually knows how to teach. He breaks things down in a way that makes sense, connects the dots, and helps you understand the "why" behind what you're doing--not just memorize it. I found myself thinking multiple times, "Where was this guy when I was in nursing school?" He really knows his stuff--and teaches it in a way that sticks. The blended learning format (online + in-person skills) was a lifesaver with a busy schedule. It made the course doable without feeling overwhelming, while still being thorough and hands-on where it matters. Also--communication was on point. Any questions I had were answered quickly, which made the whole process feel smooth and supported. If you're looking for a no-BS, high-quality ACLS/BLS course with an instructor who actually cares that you get it... this is it. Highly, highly recommend.

The program is very resourceful and accommodating. During my course, I was dealing with a serious…read morefamily emergency and the administrative staff were kind enough to transfer me to another Semester. However, the Highlight of my review is about the one and Only Mrs. Heather Thompson. She made this course incredibly easy and amusing. Without her, It would have been really hard to keep up with the material. She is very kind and understanding. Her words of wisdom and acts of kindness is something I will forever cherish. Thank you, Mrs. T! You are the BEST!

This area is saturated with MAs looking for work. It's even harder to find a practice to do your…read moreexternship, in order to complete the program. Once you're out, there's no assistance in finding jobs. Because there are no jobs. Fyi, cost is $3k to do the program. Or any program at CalRegional. Consider another path of healthcare is your interest. Oh, and you should know this program is not even accredited.

Great school, great people, staff are so helpful. Counselors are compassionate. Diversity is…read morebeautiful on campus. People of different backgrounds come together to reach one common goal and it's a beautiful thing to witness. Campus is always clean and quite. Great place to study and chase dreams.

Had the pleasure of watching hello dolly in the wonderful theater on Sunday the 26 th. And was so…read moreblown away with how awesome everything was. Costumes were amazing,the sound was clear, the make up was great. All around wonderful performance. The seats were comfortable. Good job I'll be back

I would've done 1 star but I don't want to be too rude. My experience at VNS was…read morevery...interesting. Miss Josie thinks highly of herself, which is fine but she doesn't need to remind everyone that she is #1 every single day. She has no problem calling someone stupid or how she likes to say "no coconut meat" or "mulala". She had no shame on calling one of the other students "Mulala" and had no shame on doubting one of the students. She continually would say "I think ____ quit" or "I think ____ isn't going to make it as a CNA" as a teacher it is not your job to doubt a student but to encourage them. Also she can't hear a majority of the time which was quite annoying and $1600+ for the program is too much in my opinion, I did the M-F AM class, it was TORTURE. Be prepared to sit in a small room listening to Miss Josie talk on and on and on, about things that shouldn't even be mentioned in a class, AND about very personal things. The scrubs and handbook and fingerprints not being part of the $1600 price is ridiculous. $1600 is already so much and she's too cheap to include the other important necessities!? We also didn't get a graduation, which is ridiculous, just because we were are small class doesn't make us any less deserving of a graduation, she told us we'd take the final exam and have a graduation just for her to offer us a graduation the next day (after the final exam) which is crazy, we don't have free time we have jobs and school and things we need to do, it could've been planned better. Clinicals was actually pretty great, it was refreshing to not be in a lecture for 8 hours a day. I would think twice before choosing this school, I only chose it because it was closest to me, but I'd definitely choose another school if I could start over. Please choose a school that will pay for you state exams, scrubs, handbook, etc. also it's a bit weird how this school is "SO Great" and "Ms Josie is #1" when there's only 11 google reviews and only 6 yelp reviews when this school has been open since the 90's...makes you really wonder.....let's see how long this post lasts. Good luck to everyone attempting.

I went to this CNA school while my friend went to another one so we were able to compare which is…read morebetter. Hands down, this CNA school is THE ONE. The other schools rushed their students too much and didn't guide them that well with the process of getting licensed. Vallejo Nursing School is the complete opposite. Josie is very knowledgeable and will teach you all the things you need to know to be licensed and if you are struggling, she's very patient and passionate in helping you. She provides nourishments to keep our brain active because of the long hours and keeps us entertained along the way during clinicals. She makes all of us feel like a family and all of us were very comfortable with each other considering the amount of days of only getting to know each other. It's as if the place is a safe place to be. And I was there during the peak of the pandemic. Now comes for the hard part, review week and the state exam. I have test anxiety and this was my first actual "state" exam so I was so nervous and was counting down the days to get it over with. Josie along with her staff are great support system and will NEVER make you feel alone. I sometimes get off track and lost but they're so patient and will guide you UNTIL YOU GET THAT LICENSE. THEY CARE SO MUCH. If you're considering becoming a CNA and is looking for a good school, this is it!

I attended MCC for their CNA Program and could not recommend it more for anyone who's considering…read moreit. Miss Didi was my instructor and was, by far, the best teacher I've ever had. She genuinely wanted every student to succeed. Each lecture, she shared insight from her professional experience, gave plenty of examples of how different scenarios would look in practice, and always welcomed discussions when something wasn't clear. During clinicals, she provided so much guidance and support, followed by thoughtful debriefs at the end of each day. She took the time to connect what we learned in theory to the real patients we worked with, which made everything make so much more sense. Miss Didi prepared me incredibly well for the state exam. I felt confident enough to take the written exam the day after graduating and the skills exam three days later, passing both with flying colors. Additionally, Mr. Dell and Dr. Marilyn were extremely supportive and checked in often to make sure we had what we needed throughout the program. I wanted to add that while MCC does not guarantee placement to a facility with their program, it is important to note that there are A LOT of opportunities for networking that Miss Didi and MCC offers. For my class, Miss Didi had several administrators and DSD's speak with us about their facilities, offering insight, applications, and contact information should you decide to apply. I just interviewed for my top choice facility and have been offered employment contingent on passed reference checks, background check and fingerprinting. I graduated from my program 8 days ago. You get what you put into the program, and being open to communication and learning will lead you to the start of a rewarding career. Overall, MCC made the whole experience feel worth it, and I feel truly set up for success moving forward.

Recently graduated from the CNA Program this July & passed the state written and skills exam…read moreyesterday! All thanks due to Ms Didi for being an amazing and supportive instructor alongside the extremely kinda administrators & staff! Short and amazing 3-week program, thank you for my time here!

Vasco Career College was a great experience for me. I enrolled in the medical assisting program and…read moregraduated in 2021. The teachers were amazing and provided excellent training during the labs. I learned a lot, and during my externship, I felt well-prepared as nothing came as a surprise to me. I highly recommend this school to high school students who have recently graduated and are looking to pursue a career in the medical field. Vasco Career College is also very accommodating for all ages and even for mothers. Personally, I was able to complete my course successfully while taking care of my baby boy.

On the CDPH website for online CEU's, they have Vasco Career College (CNABASE.COM) as one of their…read moreapproved providers. I don't know about the school itself, but because CNA BASE is associated with them, it's been a terrible experience. Thankfully I only paid for 1 year of CEU's and I have only been able to complete 1 course and I've spent the past 4 days trying to log in and complete other CEU's, which I have not been successfully able to do so. I'm hoping to get a refund because I am not able to use the website. It's been a terrible experience the little time I've been able to use it!