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.

So I just took this class last month and all I have to say is WOW!!!!! It was an amazing experience…read moreand I learned a lot.I took both the business/barista class. The business portion covers everything about starting a coffee house. It covers negotiating a lease, startup cost, employee management and training. There is much more involving stuff that is too long to list but they do give you a binder with all the info and a USB with their presentations and handouts. They also give you a book written by Bruce Milleto. The barista portion was 100% hands on and you learn by doing and doing and doing. They have over 10 commercial espresso machines and more than enough milk to practice latter art. They are very easy going with the equipment and are not anal at all. They are very user friendly. I had some knowledge on how to pull shots and steaming milk but they really opened my eyes and taught me knew information.They also teach you other methods of brewing coffee. The class is led by Josh and man he is such a cool ass dude. Very friendly and outgoing and patient. I can tell he really loves what he does. Great guy with a lot of soul. Matt Milleto who is the vice president is such a down to earth guy very easy going and mellow. They both gave good hospitality to the students and provided us with really good food as well. They are both very welcoming and make you feel at home from day one. The school is also very intimate and the classes stay small.

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 taken time to think about this review as I've been out of school now for a few years so take…read morethe datedness of this with a grain of salt. I've looked into current offerings and have been in touch with many recent grads as well. I also align strongly with Yelp intended ratings and 3 stars is literally an OK rating so I don't hand out 4's and 5's to just anyone. If I could give Epicodus a 3.5 I probably would because it is OK but not something I would say is really GOOD or for everyone. Here's the Cliff's notes version: Yes code school will get to into tech, no it will not make you a developer or super hireable. Epicodus offers an ok middle-range priced education with some support but you have to be a self-motivated person and understand that tech is not hiring Bootcamp grads like they did in 2015 so be prepared to do a lot of work on your studies and portfolio in order to get a job. The points below cover: 1. my background and scenario 2. curriculum 3. internship 4. jobs 5. $$ I had an education and career before tech but needed a shift. I did a lot of self-study for years and in the end, needed a space and people to hold me accountable and Epicodus did that for me. I couldn't afford to jump all in right away so I did the intro night course and while that was financially a good route I still recommend doing all the courses as the full-time day package if you can swing it. I saved for years to do it and you should know it is VERY difficult to work while in this program as it takes most hours of your life for 6 months. In school, the courses have since been rewritten and that is GOOD as they were still fairly rough 5 years into the company's history. Now if you're really self-driven you COULD do all of the coursework yourself as it's online but having pairing buddies and a class you go with daily IS a huge help to staying accountable AND more similar to most jobs you will be going into. Teachers are underpaid and often former students, that is fine but I think for what you are paying it's difficult not to have a better education from the top. The internship was the real seller for me but the reality is it's often a hit or miss if you get something worth your education and if you've already worked in offices or on teams this section is not as important to you. What tech really needs is folks who are both technical AND good with other humans so if you need to learn that and this is early in your journey the school setting and internship may be helpful to you. They try to bring speakers in to show you that there are many more directions in the industry than just to become a developer and in all honesty, I think this education makes you a perfect fit for Support roles in highly technical companies which gives you a foot in the door. We all have different skillsets and they focus very heavily on becoming a developer so coming out of school I had little knowledge of ALL the amazing roles you could go into from engineering to product management, support or people managers! You have to do a lot of that research and learning on your own, be proactive in your journey. Epicodus is a tough one financially, it's cheaper than a lot of the top tier schools but you don't get the small class numbers and more hands-on education as those higher-cost options yet it's more than the cheap ones where you do it all yourself. So if you just need some accountability and a team to learn with this could be a good option for you. If you're super self-motivated the cheaper options will get you the same education for less and no difference in your attractiveness to companies looking to hire you. Some side notes... the facilities are great, clean, large and lots of computers. I appreciate the space they have created for you to learn especially if you don't have the tech yourself. I'm very happy to see they have jumped on board with the pay assistance models as an option for under or unemployed students looking to make the shift. So in the end, yes Epicodus gave me a few tools to get a job in tech and I was lucky to get a great gig right off the bat but quickly learned I was unprepared for the role. This has led to a few shifts and some better fits but I am not your average bootcamper, I am high human skills and low tech skills. People management is likely where I fit best into the industry and that is the goal. I encourage you to do your research and assess what is best for you financially and educationally and pick whatever school fits your end goals.

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

I wish I could get to one of his classes, again! I took one or 2 a couple years ago and felt so…read morecomfortable as a woman in what traditionally has been a man's workshop. I thank you for that, Gary, and plan to listen to your podcasts! Ann Scott

I agree with John S. below. In September of 2015 I took a stool making class from Gary. This…read morebeing my first formal woodworking class, I was both scared and excited at the same time. The class started at 9am. By 11am Gary was yelling at the entire class and telling us we were a bunch of f**kups. This was all do to his inability to communicate effectively. I will grant that Gary is master craftsman; however, he is a subpar instructor, which is rather unfortunate for all concerned.

This school does have a few hiccups but what school doesn't?…read moreStaff is very caring, and wants to see their students succeed. Currently I'm in the Dental Assisting program & although I would change a few things, I am pretty happy with the experience. I have had two amazing teachers, one for the beginning professional class, and now I am in my last front half module. I can't complain---staff is there to help, the teachers which I was lucky enough to receive are great. I would recommend it to anyone!

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.

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.

I brought my little sewing machine in for a tune up and general maitinence... I was quoted…read moresomething that was basically double what I paid for my little machine... But Anna took charge, she opened up my machine cleaned out all the little dust bunnies and gave it a drop of oil, put every thing back together and gave me a shiny new needle. Thank you!!