This is a great specialty school for students in special education. I take kids here who need lots…read moreof one-on-one attention, and the staff are very dedicated and patient with each student.

DO NOT SIGN UP TO TAKE EXAMS HERE. I signed up to take my CPACE exam here because it is a verified…read morePearson testing center. It should not be. They cancelled my exam (that I registered for 5 months ago) 1 day prior to the exam, and did it on a Sunday. This gave me no ability to reschedule my exam, and I am now unable to take it until the next cycle 4 months from now. Horrible experience.

I decided to write a really detailed review because other people need to know the truth about this…read moreschool so they can make an informed decision. I attended the massage therapy program at ICOHS College, and I'm extremely disappointed with the entire experience. If I had known what it would really be like, I would've chosen a different school. ICOHS is one of the most expensive massage programs in San Diego -- over $15,000, which is about $5,000 more than other local schools. When I asked why it costs so much more, I was told it's because they provide a massage table, a laptop, books, and supplies. But none of that adds up. The massage table was a super basic $165 table from Amazon (narrower and cheaper than the ones we practiced on in class), the laptop was around $155, and the books were only digital copies -- no hardbacks. They also gave us a silicone cupping set, some cheap oil and lotion, and thin sheets -- maybe $60-$70 worth of materials total. No bolster, no massage chair. All together, everything they gave us was under $1,000. So where is the extra $4,000 going? The main reason I chose ICOHS was the three-day-a-week schedule, which worked with my job. But halfway through the program, they added a required fourth day. That completely threw off the schedule I had planned for -- and the worst part? The extra days were totally disorganized. Most of the time, there was no real lesson or structure. We just sat there while teachers tried to figure out what to do with us. Some teachers were amazing, but others... not so much. One in particular, literally fell asleep in class -- not once, but multiple times. He also spent more time talking about his personal life than teaching. And overall, there just wasn't enough hands-on practice for an eight-month program. Way too many hours were wasted when they could've been used to actually make us better therapists. What really frustrated me the most, though, is that they pass everyone. Even students who couldn't name major muscle groups or pass basic tests were still given certificates. That's not just frustrating -- it's concerning. These are people who will be working on clients' bodies in a professional setting, and some weren't ready for that responsibility. I was genuinely excited to start massage school, but by the end, I just wanted to get out. Now I'm stuck paying off a very expensive education that didn't live up to its promise. Honestly, I'm embarrassed to say I went to ICOHS, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Please do your research and look into other schools in San Diego -- there are better options out there.

I love SET High! My son is a senior there and my sister is a freshman. When i was looking at high…read moreschools in 2021 for my son, i was discouraged. He was going to go to San Diego High, but it felt big and impersonal. My son is smart and i felt like he was going to just cruise by without any challenge or any accolades. We toured SET and my son was so excited. I love that each class is small. I love McCurdy, Ms Heath and all the other teachers. Ms. Geis is such a rad human! My Daughter is the opposite of my son.... She is into dance and theatre, but after seeing how awesome SET was, we enrolled my daughter too. Love the school and staff dearly!

Is your child a nontraditional learner and are you looking for a charter school that doesn't expect…read morestudents to learn the same way as everyone else? If so, I highly suggest you check out SET High (formerly Coleman Tech Charter School). Our son graduated from SET High last year and now our daughter is attending and we couldn't be happier. She is only in 9th grade and already taking on leadership roles. The teachers exceed my expectations. They know each student by name, have great relationships with them. My son's former teachers are always happy to see him when he goes to visit, which is often. He even gave graduation presents TO some of his teachers before he left. The students are geeky, wacky, nerdy, different, intelligent, unique, confident, and wonderful! My daughter said that she didn't want to go to any other school because she is with "her people" and she is right. Dr. McCurdy said in last year's commencement speech, "If you aren't failing, you aren't learning." What a great place to make mistakes, learn from them, and make improvements. I'm so excited for the students attending SET High because they are learning real-world skills at such an early age in a supportive, caring, and fun environment. You won't find a better school for your student!

Used the school for years, both for informative classes and the herbal clinic. The most recent…read moreclinic experience following a bad motorcycle accident. The results were spectacular. Nice people, lots of useful information. A+

My experience in John and Jane's Herbalism 101 class was more than just disappointing--it was…read moreemotionally taxing, unprofessional, and, at times, outright disturbing. What should have been a sacred and respectful space for learning, healing, and growth quickly revealed itself to be dominated by ego, control, and a stunning lack of self-awareness. From day one, it was evident that this class was not rooted in integrity. John consistently made sexually suggestive jokes--habitual, inappropriate comments that disrupted the safety and sanctity of the learning environment. This wasn't a one-off misstep; it was a pattern of behavior that created discomfort and betrayed the seriousness of the subject matter. No one teaching herbalism--or any subject--should normalize that type of energy in a space intended for healing. Jane, on the other hand, carried an air of superiority that made it clear she was less interested in teaching and more interested in control. She mocked former students in front of the class, dismissing them for not "doing anything" with the knowledge they gained. That level of arrogance and public belittlement creates shame, not growth--and it contradicts everything a true teacher should stand for. When students sought clarity, John frequently dodged or deflected questions. Instead of thoughtful guidance, we were met with vague responses or outright dismissal. And Jane didn't stop at shaming past students--she went as far as making a degrading, classist remark about my partner, implying she was "probably poor" for being a caregiver. That wasn't just rude--it was prejudiced, judgmental, and deeply uncalled for. When my partner chose to leave the class and shared her experience publicly, I posted my review as well--because she stayed in the class longer and I wanted to speak for myself. Instead of accepting honest feedback, they responded by deleting my partner's review and labeling it "bullying." So let me make this crystal clear. Yes, I support my partner. But this review isn't about her--it's about my direct experience. And what I witnessed firsthand was bullying. What I felt was hostility cloaked in faux-spiritual rhetoric. What I endured was a space where power dynamics were abused and where criticism was met with retaliation, not reflection. You don't foster learning--you suppress it. You don't encourage growth--you stifle it. You don't lead with humility--you lead with ego and fragility. John's behavior wasn't "humor"--it was inappropriate and unprofessional. Jane's approach wasn't "tough love"--it was condescension masked as guidance. And your response to feedback wasn't "integrity"--it was image protection at the expense of truth. What you market as "honesty" is, in truth, spiritual bypassing. What you teach is overshadowed by the way you treat people. You shut down criticism, delete valid reviews, and paint yourselves as victims whenever you're asked to be accountable. And for the record lets keep it real. Gaslighting is erasing someone's experience and calling it an attack. Bullying is mocking students, demeaning their choices, and disguising superiority as mentorship. And ego is what drives you to silence anyone who doesn't flatter you. This review isn't meant to tear you down--it's meant to hold a mirror up. Because if you truly cared about herbalism and the healing path, you'd reflect on how far you've drifted from the values you preach. This isn't bitterness. It's boundaries. It's not hate--it's honesty. And it's long overdue.

I had a terrific experience sailing with Blue Pacific Yachting in Marina del Ray (recently acquired…read moreby West Coast Multihulls) as part of their 3-day ASA 104/114 class to Catalina. This class is generally offered once a month on dates that would not work for me in coming months, so I really appreciated that Ellie in the office put together an off-cycle class that worked for me. My goals were to get time on a catamaran and get some local knowledge of Catalina Island. Our instructor Lori was very knowledgeable about the basic maneuvering we were able to cover in the class, and it was obvious she is very experienced going to Catalina. She was patient and observant and provided specific feedback as I got used to using a twin screw moving around and docking in the marina, and anchoring and picking up a mooring at Catalina. One thing to be aware of, and this is not a criticism but a trade-off for this class, is that the trip to and from Catalina uses up a lot of time that might have been spent on additional docking practice (maybe add a day?). Further, on this particular trip due to winds we motored both to Catalina and back which limited the actual sailing time. For my purposes that was not an issue since I was focused on local knowledge and already had significant bigger boat experience on monohulls since receiving the US Sailing BBC rating years ago. We picked up time though since Lori made the decision to have sailors come provisioned and pick up additional stuff at Two Harbors, which I was really glad about since the syllabus seemed to suggest that we would use up valuable class time talking provisions and going shopping. I definitely recommend Blue Pacific, and Lori!

Experience of a lifetime. Booked the Sea of Cortez 101,…read more103, 104, 114 Certification BOOKING: 5 stars Guinevere is super communicative. Though we didn't have certain questions or requests answered, it made sense when we got there. Changes in port locations and boats happened but again, Guinevere contacted me right away to make sure we were good to go. PROVISIONS: 5 stars We were curious what provisions were provided and never got a list. The reason is that it's based on season and availability. The variety of food and beverages provided on the boat was excellent. The only critique I have is that I would portion everything out a little smaller. There were huge 2 lbs balls of frozen fish or shrimp. I was able to portion them all out to have multiple meals however. BOAT: 5 stars Though we were assigned to a smaller boat than I was hoping for, the Vada Louine was an excellent boat to learn on. She was very good to us. SAILING CLASS: 5 stars.... Students: 0 stars Ok, we suck. We did what we were told and got the books and read as much as we could before the class. But never having been on a sailboat ever, it was like reading a foreign language. The classes and certifications was like being fire hosed with information and terms. By the end of the class, though, the reading made more sense. And having the hands-on experience on the catamaran was not only helpful, but invaluable. CAPTAIN JIM (Instructor): 5 stars + 12 jars of crunchy garlic (inside joke) We couldn't ask for a better Captain and instructor. Not only was he a great instructor, but definitely a mentor, a role model, and a confidante. He not only taught us and supported us, he also "rode the waves" of emotions that we went though on this journey--the excitement, stress, fear, and joy. He shared his wisdom, experience, as well as provided us an adventure of a lifetime. I cannot express how great he is--a wonderful instructor and human being. All in all, what an amazing trip, learning experience, vacation. I have and will highly recommend West Coast Multihull to anyone interested in learning. I definitely want to do this class again.

I booked a 2 day course because of the Google reviews and come to find out the only reason they had…read moregood reviews was due to the free coffee cup they offer upon proof of a 5 star review at the end of the course! Are people that hard up for a free coffee cup after paying $1900 for a 2 day course?! Anyways I learned more about injecting Botox and the muscle anatomy of the face at my last Botox appointment than I did form this $1900 "course." Don't waste your money or come here unless your employer is paying for it....i paid this out of pocket to gain experience and all I gained was a lost weekend and a loss of $1900! I feel bad posting this but I don't want anyone else falling for their fake reviews!

A small class (17) batch of MD, intimate and casual setting, easy going and fun professionals. As…read morethe lectures go deeper, you could tell that they are not only knowledgeable but also are ethical, practical and got the welfare of all their students in mind. They will teach you the basic principles, and the practical, safe, and best way to start your own business. The vendors are one of the best and this is the place to get the best discounts.

I have completed the course and had an amazing, emotional learning experience here. I sincerely…read morethank all the instructors for their dedication, kindness, and patient guidance. Most especially, I would like to express my deepest and heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Melaina, whose thoughtful teaching, dedication, and gentle support helped me gain a deeper understanding of many important concepts. I truly appreciate and cherish this place, and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in starting a career in phlebotomy.

Phil is a really motivating instructor and teaches the course well. It's a tough course (no lie),…read morebut he makes sure we're ready to take in all the info and pass "the exams" with flying colors! Overall, the class is fun and I really look forward to my future career in Phlebotomy!

Another fun class! We made kombucha, went over the process and tried quite a few variations…read more Blueberry & basil. Grapefruit & lavender. Nectarine & ginger, and cherry & mint. He taught us best practices and pros & cons of kombucha making. Such a great time and learned so much!

I would highly recommend going to one or more of their events. The owner is knowledgeable and…read moreapproachable. Fermenters club offers a variety of classes and events at venues all over the county. I took my husband to a sour kraut making class for our anniversary. We enjoyed a day of learning, socializing, making our own food, and touring a local farm. We have learned new skills to last us a lifetime and have an activity that we enjoy doing together.