It's really what you make out of it in the end. But if you are really into coffee and are motivated…read moreto succeed (and also open minded when it comes to any pre-existing ideas you may have coming into the class), then this class is for you. It definitely was for me. Pros: I took the 6 day course (1 day roasting) and the best part of the class were the teachers. There were 7 teachers in total (Bruce/Matt (President and VP), Jen, Mike, Zach (The main teachers during my course), and then Aaron and Trevor (Roasters)). All of them were great in providing different types of knowledge and information. The class had a well balance curriculum with general lectures during the first half of the day and then hands on practice after lunch. Another reason why the teachers were great was because they are all from different yet experienced backgrounds in the coffee industry. From being baristas, to being in wholesale, to consultants, marketing, roasters, and owners of coffee shops. Hands on practice were really effective as ABCS had an array of sponsored machines for students to use. This really means whichever shop you work at in the future, or when it comes time to select machines for your own shop, you will at least have a sense of direction to go towards base on what you enjoyed using during class. From Batch Brew to Espresso pulling, to Manual Brew to Cold Brew, and much much more, you really get to learn how a coffee shop operates behind the bar. ABCS also gives valuable info when it comes to the business side of coffee. Their lectures on marketing, keeping cost under control, employee training/hiring, and much more, are all really helpful for aspiring cafe owners. They give you the necessary tools and paper work that you will need when the time comes for you to start planning for your concept. Cons: Wish they have some more online based stuff or satellite campuses in LA or other cities in California. Although a trip to Portland means going to coffee mecca and that never hurts R&D part of one's development. Although I learned a lot about roasting on the last day, I felt like it might have been a little too much information all stuffed into one day, it was a little more than I could handle as there's only so much information I was able to absorb. If I could do it again, I may have opted for the 6 day course and then sign up for a separate 3 day roasting class if I really want to get into roasting. Overall: I think my experience at the ABCS will definitely be a big factor in my future endeavors in the coffee world. Hopefully I will get to visit Portland again soon and pay a visit to these fine teachers at the school! Tip: Spend more time at Water Ave. Coffee (Coffee shop in the same building as the school) and perhaps get to know the baristas there and study their work flow. They would probably answer questions you might have about day to day operations and other inquiries you may have.

I just took the training in late Sept. 2020. I really enjoyed the class and the hand on training…read more The instructors are very knowledgeable and it's a great learning experience. The training happened during the Covid and it was kind of nice in a way because we only have 4 students which gave us plenty of time one-on-one with instructor and asking question. I highly recommend the class to any one who interested to learn more about coffee making or opening a coffee shop. It's not as simple as it seem.

To start - the actual space for Epicodus is great. The computers are beautiful and fast giant Macs…read morewith adjustable desks. Lots of space and light! The security team in the lobby was always helpful and polite, and there is bike parking in the basement. For the actual course I took: I decided to attend the Intro to Programming Course (evening/part time) at Epicodus once I knew I was moving to Portland from NYC. It was a great chance to meet new people, learn some new skills, and see if I might be interested in changing careers. The Intro to Programming Course was perfect for me because it allowed me to get a taste of programming without having to commit to a full-time program and was flexible around a work schedule. The price point was also perfect for me. Our instructor Kyle was great - he was happy to be as hands-on or as laid back as each programming pair needed. I loved pair-programming - there are so many online resources that you could technically teach yourself most of the programming stuff you'd need to know... but if you're an interactive learner like me that benefits from mutual accountability.... SIGN UP FOR EPICODUS. You'll learn so much from your partners, both about programming and how to think about problem solving. This course was totally worth it!

I enjoyed having the option to come in to class in person and having teachers who were accessible…read more The demos and structured lessons were very helpful when they happened. I would have liked to have those more frequently. The constant support from career services was helpful. And I am glad that support continues post graduation.

I've had two sessions so far here with Averie for laser tattoo removal, who is kind and easy to…read moretalk to. But my most recent visit left me hesitant to recommend this place. At my first appointment, we confirmed my two small tattoos directly next to one another would be classified and priced as a single "small" session at $200, and my next visit was rebooked at that same classification with the front desk while Averie was present. During my second session, the treatment went ahead as normal and Averie and I chatted throughout the treatment for ~30 minutes with no mention of any price change. Only after it was complete did the front desk tell me I'd be charged for a "medium" instead, bringing the total to $300. When I pushed back, the explanation I got from Averie felt jumbled and inconsistent. I paid the difference anyway because I'd already received the treatment and didn't feel I had a real choice. Deciding pricing after a service is done, when the client has no ability to say no, isn't something I can overlook, especially with a licensed provider where trust matters. I'm not sure if I'll be booking future sessions here. EDIT: The owner has reached out to rectify the situation, so I'll adjust the stars rating but leaving this up in case there are others who run into this same issue for transparency.

I can only speak personally to the permanent eyeliner services performed by Angela…read more She is incredibly thorough, careful, and meticulous about her work. She takes the time to explain everything, makes sure you're comfortable throughout the entire process, and never makes you feel rushed. When someone is working that close to your eyes and doing something permanent- that level of attention and care matters! The studio itself is beautiful, welcoming, and clearly very professionally run. They offer a wide range of services, including microneedling, laser treatments, tattoo removal, and more, and the entire space has a polished, high-end feel without being intimidating. Angela's treatment room is lovely and comfortable, and she has a way of making the whole experience feel relaxed while still being extremely precise and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to trust her again. If you're considering permanent eyeliner and want someone who genuinely takes her time and cares about getting it right, I highly recommend Angela.

I am a recent graduate of Heritage and cannot adequately underscore how excellent my experience…read morewas. I am a 40+ year old woman who was looking for a career change. I have a bachelor's degree plus and had a long and successful career in PR. I did not have the time or interest in a two or four year program. Heritage's accelerated certificate curriculum was fast-paced, thorough, engaging and has given me the tools I need to launch a successful practice. The founder and her staff are genuinely invested in the students and the program. If you're just starting out or like me, looking to pivot your career, I heartily recommend considering the Heritage program.

This school is INCREDIBLE. The staff is so knowledgeable, helpful and absolutely inspiring. Also,…read morethis school is affordable and works with my budget! I can't wait to begin my classes at Heritage!

I will begin by saying that the guy who runs this place did some okay repairs on some of my…read morejewelry. However, I took my grandma's ring to have all the points redone. It wasn't cheap (it is a pretty complicated fix) but since this place had done some okay repairs in the past, I trusted them and spent the money. I thought the ring looked good when I got it back, but after only a year and a half, I lost two of the little diamonds out of the ring. I don't live a life that would be hard on the ring, so I called and told them about losing the diamonds (an expensive repair like that should last more than a year and a half!) and instead of being polite about it, or even offering to repair the ring and replace the stones at a discount, the guy got mad at me and basically told me that I was a liar (he said that it must have been more than a year and half) and was really nasty to me. I finally saved enough money to take the ring into a different jeweler (who is very high rated and has been in business for decades) who is charging me half the price to repair (and guaranteeing the repair for 10 years) , and he also said that the repair that Portland Jewelry Academy had done had not been finished properly. I will never use this business again.

Excellent school with an amazing community behind it, working in this industry takes dedication and…read moreperseverance, and the school does a good job at replicating the demands of entering a workforce in any industry. Jason is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about sharing that knowledge with the new generation of jewelers and artists starting their careers. Those more sensitive may struggle with the workload and certain communication strategies, but with good time management skills and persistence it is a wonderful gateway into the world of fine jewelry.

Best swim school in Portland!!! I'm finally learning how to swim at 42 because of the talents of…read morePenny . Penny remains calm, patient , and understanding at all times . She knows how to read me on my anxious days as well as on my braver days . She is the best !

The owner actually yelled at us to get the out of her swim school…read more We were confused on the time being switched and my husband made a comment about a phone call would have been nice . Coach Penny got out of the pool and followed us to the parking lot and used profanity in front of my 3.5 year old and a few other students. My mom also left a one star review that had disappeared.

Stopped in here to get two of my children haircuts. CPI is black-owned which is what I was looking…read morefor. The students are diverse which is okay with me. I was greeted by a friendly woman at the front desk (the school is run by a family). They were running somewhat on time. My youngest child went back almost immediately. My older child waited about 20 minutes, despite both children having appointments. The students took their time to cut my children's hair (youngest was back about 1.25 hours). I also like the fact that a shampoo is included in the price. Anna cut my youngest son's hair. I could hear her speaking to him and making sure he was comfortable. My son would smile at me occasionally. I will update with my eldest son's experience. CPI is the place to go if you're looking for affordable barber services. The owner supervises the students on the floor, showing them the correct techniques and overseeing their work. Where I'm from, I have never seen such care put into the student's craft. You can also schedule appointments online.

Definitely recommend coming here I appreciate your program allowing people like me to come here…read morewith my kiddos and getting the service provided god bless you guys

The Short: Ted Rooney is an incredible teacher, artist, and human. If you have the opportunity to…read morework with him, I highly recommend you do so. The Long: Ted single handedly gave me the fortitude to transition from stage to film, and made me feel in control and confident while doing it. When I came to Ted, I had recently graduated from theatre school, and though I had been acting on stage for years, I'd never really explored film. I wanted to be able to do both, but was overwhelmed on how to start. Enter Ted. He met with me, had me do an scene, and talked me through a specific, personalized, game plan for practicing film in class and on my own, based on where I was at in my career. Ted is a confident yet humble teacher, he's an artist at giving a small note that makes a big impact, and he keeps his direction focus, and (stressing this again) personalized. Now, years later, I am very fortunate to work almost primarily in film, and honestly have Ted to thank for jumpstarting my career. Finding a good acting coach can be difficult... Luckily, you can stop looking now. :)

I got to take classes with Brooke Totman and she is phenomenal! She helps students with their…read moreindividual needs and gives exact points to focus on. She really loves her craft and it showed, which in turn, made the class genuine and fun. I cannot express how much Brooke helped me grow in the span of 6 weeks. She helped me improve myself and made me want to continue along the path of acting. I highly recommend her class if acting is a passion of yours.

I recently graduated from this school, and while I am proud of earning my degree, the experience…read morewas far more stressful and frustrating than it should have been. The biggest issue was communication. Getting answers to simple questions often took days or weeks, if I received a response at all. Students were constantly left waiting for information that directly affected their education, schedules, and personal lives. The tutoring services were another major disappointment. I had more tutoring sessions canceled than completed. In my experience, appointments with Zeke Garcia and Lauren Hawana were frequently canceled with little notice, sometimes at the scheduled start time after I had already arranged my day around them. Tutoring was promoted as a resource for student success, but it was unreliable and often unavailable when needed most. What frustrated me most was the constant gap between what was promised and what was actually provided. We were told there would be tutoring, resources, guidance, career assistance, and support throughout the program. Time and time again, those promises were not fulfilled. The schedule changes created serious consequences for me personally. We were told that schedules would remain set for each term, which lasts approximately 3.5 months. Instead, schedules were repeatedly changed, making it nearly impossible to maintain stable employment while attending school. The constant changes ultimately caused conflicts with my job, and I lost my employment as a result. Losing my job also meant losing my health insurance and financial stability during an already demanding nursing program. I understand that occasional changes happen, but the lack of consistency, communication, and support had real-world consequences for students. Rather than helping students succeed, I often felt like I was being forced to navigate unnecessary obstacles on my own. I completed the program despite these challenges, but I would strongly encourage prospective students to carefully research this school and get any promises regarding schedules, tutoring, student support, resources, and career assistance in writing before enrolling.

HORRIBLE SCHOOL. Currently In the dental program i sit and do nothing 98% of the time but you can't…read moreleave Or you get kicked out I have a daughter who got sick and got in trouble for leaving would not recommend they just want your money and you learn nothing doesn't even deserve one star

I have a Bernina 830 and Baby Lock which I've taken a few times for service. The staff has always…read morebeen helpful and honest with time that it's going to take. Selection and brands of machines are nice and value to trade in seem fair and reasonable. Any location of Montavilla has never disappointed me. I've taken classes too and the instructors are knowledgeable taking time to ask questions and help us.

Today I went in all prepared to spend more money that I had to repair my ancient sewing machine. I…read morewas greeted by Ms. Anna Lensch, that greeted me with a smile and said let me look at it before we send you to the service department. After working on it for 20 minutes my machine runs like it is brand new. Price was $0 for the repair. Highly recommend the store and Anna.