Hello Everyone,…read more My name is Miguel and I am currently a student at NBCC located @ 400 Ramona Ave. #213, they are in the 2 story building next to Hunny's and across Bakers Doughnuts. The reason for my review is because this is a new school, and WOW! They strive to get you to pass their tests, they motivate you, the new instructor is so amazing, and the school directors go out of their way to provide you snacks, refreshments, and they are very loving people, this is my 2nd week at this career college. The instructor is Ms. Dee, she motivates us and provides us with so much knowledge of becoming a cna, preparing us for the state exam, during theory she strives to make us successful and she teaches above and beyond, she is very kind and I am very fortunate to be in this school. We have a lunchroom and their are free snacks, water, coffee, doughnuts, etc.. for us to have during our break. This class is so cool and I am very confident that I will easily pass the state exam! They do guarantee you a job at a local nursing home and if you sign a contract to work for the nursing facility that you attend for clinicals, they have promised to reimburse you 1000-1500$ + all other benefits + your salary. I will be graduating from this program in December, New Beginnings is accredited by the State Board of Equalization and BBB, NNAAP. Oral Examination & Skills Evaluation.

Thank you to Ms. Wilma, Mr. Mike, and to Ms.Dee after completing my CNA program I was offered a job…read moreat a nearby skilled nursing home, this is a new school and its quality is above and beyond, many haters but quality over quantity is what matters. My previous review and this final one, are just how impressed and happy I am, I now get CNA salary and I work double shifts and I already made back what I spent on tuition and my job reimbursed me 1000$ I reccomend this school to anyone whom is willing to make a difference in their life. Thank You NBCC!

I took the CNA course at PTC in December and successfully passed my test last month. The days are…read morereally long but they were very flexible with my schedule and the quick 16 day course was what had me sold!! Andrea is amazing! She takes care of everything you can think of. She was very helpful and informative since day 1. The Directors of the school are very nice and even made us a home cooked lunch during one of our theory days. Our instructors were Danielle and Victor. They were a great team. Thanks to them our entire class passed the CNA test.

I have visited the school and it was great to be a 4 week course but they are the most expensive…read moreschool I have encounter for a CNA program with no financial aid. Only a Finance plan where you pay a high monthly amount a month til paid off. There are programs that are much cheaper and also give quality education as a CNA. When I was not working I could not afford the course even though it would have been great to get through it and finish. I was a CNA before so the course is not new to me but to pay that much out of pocket is alittle too much.

Angela is a gift and an incredible Doula. We did her Hypnobabies course which was amazing. I felt…read morelike a first time mama, even though this was my 5th baby. My husband and I learned so much in Hypnobabies with Angela. My husband loved it as well. Angela makes the class what it is though. As for Angela, my Doula, wow. We did so much work together in my monthly chats with her. It was like my own therapy session that I didn't know I needed. I did so much healing in the months I worked with her. She prepared my husband and I for birth so well. She has so much to offer! She doesn't leave anything unchecked. She will be your best advocate! She had a big hand in helping redeem all of my past birth experiences. I'll forever be grateful for Angela!

Angela is an amazing doula and educator. She was present in our transition into parenthood. She…read moreprovided tough love in moments when we needed it but also showered us with love and compassion in difficult moments through our birthing journey. She supported me to overcome my fears about giving birth and trusting the medical staff. She provided a lot of information and resources. Although we had a c-section and Angela was not allowed to be physically in the OR, she prepared us well enough to go in with confidence that all would go well. I gave birth to a healthy baby boy this past January. It was a beautiful experience. If you cannot afford her doula services, I highly recommend her hypno birthing class. It prepared my fiance and I on the birthing process. Classes were via zoom which was great for us since we got to learn from the comfort of our home. I am grateful for this beautiful soul. She truly is living her life's purpose. Thank you Angela. If you are looking for a doula, she is it!

Awesome instructor Learned more in three hours than I had…read morepracticed on my own in years Highly recommended

Karen taught our PALS renewal course this past Saturday. She was approachable, helpful, engaging,…read moreinformative, and funny. I usually attend courses in Orange, it's closer to home, and although I feel that most of the SureFire instructors have been awesome, I felt like I retained and learned more during this particular class! Thank you again Karen & I'm appreciative of the wonderful learning environment provided by SureFire.. Note: a pro over Orange office location is the proximity of the parking -- and the proximity of the bathroom although it's single "stall" :)

Everything about this school is AMAZING! The teachers and front office staff truly root for their…read morestudents. Mrs. Frost and Mrs. Reese played an instrumental role in helping me pass the HISET exams. They go above and beyond to assist their students achieve their goals. Through frustration and tears they were there and I'm forever grateful! Thank you both for being a blessing

This is a great school! With great classes for adults!…read moreThe principal, the teachers, every single person there is so nice! In specially Erika Brambila!

Jeanne is a GEM and I can't say enough about her both personally and professionally! She was kind…read moreenough to fit us in for a newborn session within a few days of calling her. I was getting worried our little girl was getting too big, but Jeanne worked her magic. She is so gentle with the little ones, is incredibly sweet, and knows how to make the perfect pose. My husband and I were blown away with the quality of the pictures we received that we ordered them all! I HIGHLY recommend Jeanne and we can't wait to use her again in the future!

Jeanne is the absolute best! I'm so glad I found her! She is very detailed and passionate about her…read morework. She responded to me very quick, which I am super glad for because my baby was getting too old and I really wanted the "sleepy newborn" pictures. I really didn't think I would find someone this great that I could afford and at such of a short time frame . I found her on Groupon and her work is honestly priceless. The whole experience was very special to me because I was just finishing nursing school and took my final the week before and she was so helpful and gave me these simple instructions to make sure my baby would cooperate by staying asleep for the session. I'm sad I didn't find her sooner for some pictures at the hospital. I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you again Jeanne!

I started a class and then had some unexpected things come up. Dennis was very flexible and was…read moreable to reschedule my class at a later time this summer so I could pick up where I left off. I appreciate his strong emphasis on teaching good techniques and safety. I am looking forward to learning more when I restart.

Dennis is fantastic! I've had the best time learning woodworking from him. His shop has been a…read morelovely place to get comfortable with woodworking and gain foundational knowledge, like learning how to calculate / measure correctly, how to use the tools, choosing appropriate woods, etc. I've appreciated that he puts a lot of emphasis on safety and proper technique when using the machinery. I end up feeling more confident with using the tools, with knowing how to avoid accidents. Dennis makes the class environment a comfortable and nice place to hang out. There's creative energy all about. I look forward to going each week and seeing what projects the other students are up to or chatting with him. He's not only a great instructor but also so easy and friendly to talk to! Dennis' enthusiasm for woodworking and old tools will quickly rub off on you. It's a great balance between a structured class curriculum and freedom to customize your projects. I've since discovered that going to the lumber yard and choosing woods feels a little like being a kid in a candy store. It's so much fun to do something hands on and design / build your own furniture. I highly recommend the Wood Work Shop to anyone looking up to pick up woodworking.

It's 8:36AM (the day of my appointment) and I received a text from an unknown number regarding my…read moreappointment and a reschedule request. I'm not a difficult person, was simply asking questions to try and accommodate. Read the attached image of the text exchange between the annoying staff member and myself. I immediately cancelled because of how rude the person was with me. No thanks. I hope this person is trained to speak with customers in a kinder matter ASAP.

I had to drive all the way to LA because none of the fingerprinting services in San Diego send…read moreelectronic fingerprints out of state. I found National Live Scan at 400 Culver Blvd in Culver City on Friday. When I called, they sent me a link to make an appointment, and they had Saturday appointments (5 stars for this alone). They were easy to find and they had a parking garage with EV chargers-What an added bonus! They were very friendly and efficient. I even was seen earlier than my appointment. I highly recommend them if you need fingerprinting for background checks

Great school. Teachers are very attentive to the kids and love that they listen to parents. I…read moremyself have had a couple of hiccups that were rectified promptly. My kids will probably stay here throughout High School. With armed security who is always around, it feels safe. My only issue is the inconsiderate parents. You know who you are. 1. Do Not Enter signs mean exactly that. 2. Cones are posted on the parking spots for a reason. 3. Stop blocking the sidewalk. You can call each other instead of pretending to be friends who haven't seen each other in years. 4. Its chaotic picking up kids, get your kid and go. Yes we know you are special, you have to have a discussion with the teacher. Make an appointment. 5. Slow down in the dirt lot. I honestly don't care that we are in a Christian School, you're gonna get cussed out. 6. Learn how to navigate a 4 way stop. End of rant. Go warriors.

The school wasn't what I expected. I enrolled my children there beginning in preschool, but…read moreeventually decided to withdraw two of them. My oldest daughter wanted to remain, so she still attends. In my experience, there aren't many negative reviews online because many families simply choose not to post them. Over the years, I've personally known several families who have left the school. I believe the school has potential, but the administration has LOTS of room for improvement. Concerns are often dismissed or not addressed in a timely or effective manner. If you're considering the school, I recommend asking about teacher retention. There seems to be frequent turnover, and some teachers appear to have limited experience. While there are certainly excellent teachers, many don't stay long enough to provide consistency for students. I'd also ask about class sizes and classroom management. Although the website has historically advertised smaller classes, our experience was closer to 22 students per class. Managing that many young children can be challenging, and there were times when classroom behavior made it difficult for students to focus and learn. Academically, I did not feel the education met my expectations for the tuition cost. I know several families who felt they needed to supplement learning at home to keep their children on track. If class sizes have increased, I believe the school's website should accurately reflect that so prospective families can make informed decisions. At over $11,000 per year per child, I expected a higher level of academic rigor, classroom support, and administrative responsiveness. One positive aspect is the school's commitment to Christian values. I especially appreciated the Wednesday chapel services and the emphasis on teaching the Bible.