#THE BELLEVUE EXPERIENCE…read more Bellevue Career College of Nursing is defiantly more than just a career college, it's a life experience that I will always appreciate. Ms. Williams is truly a gift from God. She is an amazing mentor, instructor, encourager, and advocate. She has so much passion for helping others become the best healthcare professional. I'm so blessed to have encountered her program, it propelled me to jump start my career and now I'm an RN; doing what I love, and loving what I do ‍ Choose Bellevue to jump start your career and be apart of a community that shows compassion when providing patient care. I recommend Bellevue without a doubt to anyone interested in becoming a CNA, HHA, Unit Secretary, or needs CPR, NRP, IV certification.

Update: For anyone looking to pursue nursing and enroll in…read morenursing school this class will benefit you in so many ways. I am a new graduate RN and I can accredit Miss Williams and her team for helping me excel in an accelerated RN program. She covers the basics that they don't teach you in nursing school and helped build a strong foundation. From having good bedside manner to learning new test taking skills. I am so grateful I chose Bellevue 3 years ago

I just finished up the CNA program here at Temecula Valley School of Nursing ... Maria, Patricia…read moreand Perla were amazing !!!! I learned so much!! I was prepared and confident to take my state exam !! I passed my skills exam and written exam The first try!! I would highly recommend this school for anyone wanting to pursue a career in nursing. Jennifer J.

BEWARE of this CROOKED OWNER!!! You can get your money back by suing her in Small claims court!!!…read moreFor those of you still looking for a CNA program, there will soon be many available programs in CA from reputable companies in the East Coast, who are going to offer the CNA program for FREE online, and you will practice locally in a facility with their instructors. They will also find you work, as the program will be paid by facilities looking to hire CNAs. SO DO NOT GIVE UP!!! Nursing is for whoever is interested! If you are willing to do the work and are properly supported by experienced educators you can succeed!!! Do not ever let any poorly educated wanna be nurse (because the OWNER of TEMECULA SCHOOL OF NURSING is NOT a LICENSED RN) demean you by saying "nursing is not for everyone!!" I hope the STATE shuts down this pathetic, poor school!!!

I came to Stanbridge University and was immediately welcomed with two big smiles from two women at…read morethe front desk. They were kind and immediately stopped their conversation to greet me. I signed in, and was welcomed right on time for my appointment that I had with Kimberly G. She was amazing at making me feel welcomed. She told me about the programs I had asked for more information on in detail. She was clear with the information she gave me. I needed guidance on two separate programs, and she was so graceful in giving me all of the information that I needed to consider the school. She always asked if I had questions and never made my questions sound dumb. Kim booked me for some testing and gave me a tour. It is small, but will expand soon. I was very impressed by this university. Kimberly G was the best advisor for me, and anyone who needs guidance on their next steps in healthcare should consult with her. Thank you Kimberly!

DO NOT attend this school. Please read before enrolling. I TRANSFERRED TO THE SAN DIEGO LOCATION,…read moreBUT I CAME FROM THE OC LOCATION. The only reason I'm still here is because l'm too deep into my program to transfer. They WANT young, aspiring and scared people to come here because we don't consider rating, reviews, money. but please do your research before confirming enrollment. This school isn't what they say it is. While the accreditations are real, the way the school works is demeaning. You have no power, the student handbook is only written out because the bppe states that every university needs one, but stanbridge is not a school that cares for their students. I used to attend Yasith Weerasuriya's Orange County location, one of four campuses under his ownership. But now I am at the San Diego location. This nursing school is for-profit, and it shows--they're here to make money off of students, not to support our education. From the moment you get in, things change fast. The person who helped you through the enrollment process? They disappear. You'll never hear from them again. After that, you're left to deal with counselors (called SSOs)--and if you're lucky, you'll get one who actually cares. But even then, they have no power. They're not allowed to fix anything that matters. The professors? They don't really teach. Most are kind people stuck in a system where they have to say, teach, and grade exactly how the dean or administrators tell them to. They are at the bottom of the chain, controlled by Yasith and his team. It's like watching puppets being forced to dance. One day, the dean came into our class and said, "I'm sure you guys came here because you didn't get accepted anywhere else." Whether that's true or not, it was harsh, disrespectful, and completely unnecessary. Many of us came here because we wanted to become nurses quickly but this school makes that dream harder, not easier. I've personally witnessed students get unfairly failed and dismissed, even when their work followed the rubric. Professors can fail you just because they don't like you. And don't bother with the appeal process, it's just a delay tactic. They don't read them, they just deny you after a few days and we all get the same email. Why aren't there more lawsuits? Great question. That's because before you even start, they make you sign an arbitration agreement. What is that? An arbitration document means you're giving up your legal right to sue them in court. If something unfair happens, you can't file a lawsuit or be part of a class action. Instead, you have to settle things privately, through a process that usually favors the school. Most students don't even realize what they're signing. Oh, and Yasith the owner? He has no nursing background. His degree is in engineering, yet he's making decisions that affect your education and future nursing license. On top of that, the public face of the school, Victoria S., is just the social media director, not the owner or founder. If they're misrepresenting that, what else are they hiding? I've seen so many students dismissed for no valid reason and am terrified of getting dismissed from the San Diego location. Many believe it's to fund the campus I now go to, the newer San Diego campus. (This campus) This school is a money scheme. If you're serious about becoming a nurse and want to be respected and supported in your journey, go somewhere else. This place will take your money, your time, and your peace of mind and leave you with nothing in return. If you do decide to come here, keep a paper trail. And do not be afraid to speak your voice. They can not treat you unfairly due to you speaking up. Don't be afraid of them. They run off of scared individuals. THIS REVIEW IS GOING TO CONSTANTLY BE UPDATED THROUGHOUT MY TIME HERE. 5/9/2025

I'm so grateful for my experience at Stanbridge University! The nursing program really helped me…read moregrow into a confident, prepared RN. The instructors truly care and push you to succeed. Career Services was also amazing during my job search. They helped with my resume and interviews. Overall, they offered great support as I step into my nursing career.

If you want a chaotic RN program with a side of sexual harassment by the BSN director Dr. Alicia…read moreLamour, stanbridge is the place.

Warning! If you get Professor Holly you should switch to the other Professor ASAP. Overall the…read morecurriculum and CNA experience itself was mostly up to date for the state exam, but Holly did not have answers for many questions that myself and other students asked. She even gave us false information and when I provided her with the right answer she gave me attitude in front of the whole class, only to be corrected by the headmaster the next day and not apologize to me. Under different circumstances I wouldn't care much to have to deal with Holly treating us like middle schoolers the entire course, but I paid over $2,000 for this course; in the least they could have competent professors.

I took the 21 weekday CNA training program with Ms. Lauren. Lauren is an amazing instructor who was…read morevery helpful in every way. She has had tons of experience working in the field, so you know you're in good hands! The theory portion of the class was fast and somewhat vague at times but it all made sense once we got to the skilled nursing facility for our clinicals. My instructor was on the floor with us everyday during clinicals. The first day was a bit overwhelming but over time, I felt very comfortable interacting with patients and performing skills. By the end of the clinicals, my classmates and I felt more than prepared for our test. We were lucky that our state exam was scheduled the day after we officially finished the course. Everyone in my class passed!! Shoutout Ms. Lauren for being the best instructor!! This was such a great program and I would highly reccommend it to anyone looking to get certified or gain hands on experience/hours for PA/NP/Med School etc.!!

I throughly enjoyed the IV class! Jayson is a great instructor! He gives helpful tips, techniques…read moreand explains everything so well that inserting an IV now seems less intimidating. The class size was very small about 6/7 people and Jayson does give his full attention to each student. I was able to perform a live stick on another student although I was very nervous but with Jayson's guidance I was able to successfully insert an IV! Would highly recommend the class to everyone!

such a great learning experience! mr jayson and his wife are AMAZING instructors. i took the IV…read moretherapy and blood withdrawal class for certification as it is a requirement to have for my job, and i've never felt so confident in learning a new skill! i recommend this place to anyone who needs certification! BLS, ACLS and PALS certification are also offered! the certification fee price was within reason in my opinion, it is worth the investment!

Passing this program and being taught by the best instructor, Dr. H, has been such a meaningful…read moreexperience. I truly appreciated the understanding, patience, and consideration she showed me, especially while I was going through one of the most difficult times in my life. Even during those moments, she continued to guide me and remind me why I'm here. She genuinely wants her students not only to succeed, but to grow in this field and make a difference in the lives of the people we encounter. Another thing I want to highlight is the graduation ceremony. She made it feel so special. The detail, time, and effort she put into the presentation and thoughtful accessories like the nursing hat and the cord made it all feel even more worthwhile. It showed our families that this was a true achievement and a valuable opportunity. Thank you, Dr. H and Mrs. Mkay, for your support, dedication, and belief in us.

Did an amazing job on my final and excited to take my state exam !! :) thank you Dr Hread more

I am an Alumn from BSNRS cohort 7 but a majority of the experience of my time at Stanbridge was in…read moreBSNLA cohort 6. I finished the BSN program in July of 2025. I received my ATT (approval to test) within one week from my last day. I had the option to test immediately but I had applied to test with accommodations so with limited centers for accommodations I tested 1 month out in August and passed the first time. I worked closely with our Careers Center and the director Dr. Willinger to create an amazing resume right after receiving my license, began applying to jobs immediately and received an invitation to interview within one week for DaVita. Two weeks later I received an invitation to interview for an ER position close to home which was my first choice to build a strong foundation as a new nurse. I know there are a lot of negative comments about this school on here. I have heard and watched a lot of sad and crazy experiences that my friends and other peers endure with staff and faculty throughout my 3.5 years there. I have experienced questionable professors and staff who are obviously there for the paycheck. On the other end, I have met 2x as many INCREDIBLE staff and faculty throughout my time at Stanbridge. People need to understand that this is still a relatively new program and it's still working through a lot of adjustments both within the programs itself, how they handle students, and how they handle staff. But with being new comes an advantage to incoming students because with the help of the right people and resources, there is flexibility and grace that comes with a class or a term that possibly end in a fluke (I.e. bad professors, missing classes due to extreme circumstances, etc.). I understand this is not everyone's experience, but I HAVE seen multiple times where the school does work with students to properly evaluate their knowledge of a subject a second time if there is overwhelming evidence showing it was not properly done the first time. It also is dependent on how an issue is communicated as well. Any nursing program out there is hard and rigorous. Stanbridge is not unique to this. I can confidently say that I went in to the NCLEX feeling so prepared because of how this school preps you. If you follow testing strategies and work closely with the coaches at the end of the program YOU. WILL. PASS. From Term 1 Stanbridge works with students not just on building testing stamina but building testing stamina while sleep deprived. It's not officially an actual thing. They always told us to be well rested and to eat before but, the reality of any nursing program is adequate sleep is simply not possible. You just have to get through each term and pass. Keep moving even if you have a set back, do your best to not stop. I have no idea how many times I thought to myself that I will more than likely not remember anything after the program and I questioned if I really actually learned anything. I have been an ER nurse for almost 7 months now. Every moment of feeling competent, confident, and proud to be a nurse I owe to Stanbridge. While most of my peers in my new grad program have forgotten a lot of basics and high priorities, I am one of the few who still remembers and I am so thankful. I had zero medical background coming into the program. My science gpa at a 3.5 was not competitive enough for CCs, UCs, or CSUs to see me as a priority candidate for their RN program. Stanbridge was the first school to take a chance on me and invest in me. Before Stanbridge I was never the student who was picked for scholarships, awards, or special internships. The last 2 years at Stanbridge I received scholarships every term, was selected for Student Hospital Fellowship, received the Presidential Service Award, and ended the program with the Thomas Fuentes Service Award. This was all because ONE staff member encouraged me to apply each time an opportunity was sent out. The Stanbridge experience is truly what YOU choose to make it. I have met some amazing people with incredible hearts at this school. I loved that I don't need to hike or walk a mile to get to class. I loved that I only needed to be on the ground once or twice a week. Nursing school was THE hardest thing I have ever done. I gave up my entire life for 3 years just to eat, live, breathe, and sleep nursing. You can ensure your success in this program if you want this more than anything else. There will be times where you have to pick school over your family and it sucks. But being on the other side now, it is SO worth it and now I have the rest of my life. My husband is currently in the program now and is in term 4 at the OC campus. He hasn't been in school full time in over 10 years and he is doing amazing. I'm proud to be a nurse and I'm proud to be a Stanbridge Alum. The cost for tuition is pretty steep. If you have a good tribe behind you and can afford to not work during the program, I highly recommend it!

lol I want to add. I once shared with Mahdi that my newly diagnosed type 1 diabetic child was…read moreexperiencing glucose highs. She responded by saying "oh her numbers aren't stabilized yet?" With a huge air of judgment lol. Which told me she knows NOTHING about the disease. She also doesn't like to answer questions regarding children. Only the elderly which seems to be the group of people she has compassion for lol. I don't care how much time has passed, what a joke that she's teaching future nurses. I would still love an explanation as to why my daughter's documented medical emergency was held against my grade and why Stanbridge doesn't hold her accountable as well as to why I am stuck with these loans.