I went to nursing school here! I passed and although it wasn't easy it was a do-able. I would say stay out the way, focus hard because you don't get your test back. so you won't what you got wrong or right. so you really need to be taking what you learn seriously! Take test! Go over your notes and put all outside life on hold! Download Quizlet take quizzes that focus on what you're learning and other forms! Use what the school gives you because it will be helpful! Just know that it's based on you. you won't have much help outside of that Ms Adrienne was very helpful, when times I doubted myself, she reminded me I could do it and she's very helpful during exit prep. She's smart so listen to the advice she gives you even if you think it doesn't apply to you . I passed both my exit exams! I didn't wanna take my nclex so fast but ms Adrienne pushed me and if it wasn't for her i might've waited weeks or months. Melanie ( who works for student affairs ) sent my paperwork off the very next day! we graduated Friday and i was scheduled for nclex a week after graduation and I did pass! I want to thank Melanie for being so fast in scheduling my nclex but also for the school being so fast in paying for my license! I am now officially a nurse. when it seems you can't do it and you don't have any motivation do not give up! read more

Angeles Institute - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Artesia, California

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I'm currently a student at Angeles Institute, and I can say that many of the comments here are accurate. They definitely hold students to high standards--especially when it comes to dress code, appearance, and cell phone use (phones are not allowed in class or the hallways). That said, the program itself is challenging, but completely doable if you're committed. Just know that they won't hold your hand every step of the way--you really have to advocate for yourself, ask for help when needed, and stay engaged. I'm about to start Term 3 and will be sure to come back and share an update on my experience! Soooooo I graduated and am a LVN now ! Can say it was a challenge but huge shout out to Miss Adrienne she really shows up for you in term 3 A,B, CD when you work for it. Recommend this school to any one who is READY to commit 110% ! read more

Angeles institute was a good good school for me to attend to say the least. The instructors were pleasant to work with during clinical's we were blessed enough to be able to do a lot of hands on work which is great because it prepares you for the real world when you start working. Someone in particular who helped me throughout my school experience was Ms.Adrienne. She was great at prepping students for Nclex and was a helping hand to get you to work through your "weaker" subjects. I would definitely recommend this school to anyone interested in getting into nursing in the future! Best, Alexa Miranda read more

This school is merely interested in securing your commitment to pay them. I started out with a class of 40 people. By the time I got to the last term there were only 9 people left from my class. They don't take the time to listen to you concerns. They tell you to go before a student affairs board, which consist of liars and bigots. They talk down to you after you have signed over your life savings or financed aid. You'll never get any paperwork from them unless you have paid in full. Don't do it. You'll be better off going to community College. They are horrible. read more

Please read the text messages between me and Angel Armendariz (Admissions Dpt.). There was confusion regarding a meeting we had scheduled. All of the appointments with schools I have gone to or reached out to have been through phone calls or Zoom. I mistakenly thought this was a phone call meeting. Angel then states that this was the same issue that happened 3 years ago. He has made me feel uncomfortable as someone who was looking into the Angeles Institute. Truthfully, I do not remember speaking to him years ago as much has happened since then. However, it is disturbing that he goes on to tell me information that he has kept of me as some sort of proof. My interaction with him was extremely uncomfortable. read more

2nd year batch from when the facility started. My cousin & friends also graduated from this institution. Best move I've ever made added onto my computer graphics field. Graduated 2008 & now moved on Long Beach MemorialCare Hospital. Pathology dept. - Lab Tech/Data entry/ Computer Mainframe division, Serum dept etc. It's endless to expand & branch out to & move ahead. Highly recommend this awesome organization. Thank you to all the staff for their guidance! read more

Angeles Institute - Graduated from Angeles institution & now @ LBMMC. - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Artesia, California

Never go to this school, they will try fail you so u will ended up paying more money when u get back that's their motives. And no one pass the classes they will make it too hard for everyone to pass each Clases.. instruction and faculty worst people .. please be aware.. read more

Please stay away from this school. I attended this school only for a few months and left as soon as I could. When I went to get info on the school it sounded great, however a week into the program I started regretting it. We had not received our books as promised because they were on "back order". They claimed we had an ebook which wasn't true, they scanned the pages from the books and uploaded them to canva so that we can see the book there. They were trying to charge us for that "ebook" which was clearly not an ebook. When students would ask Mr. Coward (the director) when we would get our books he would get upset at us as if we weren't paying for those books. To the point where he yelled and said he did not want to be asked about the books anymore. I was there two months and we did not receive our books until a week before I left the program and even then we didn't receive the books that we needed for our homework so we were stuck having to print over 60pgs every week. They claim you don't have to print but there's some hw you just can't write out on paper. The school also plans to have ebooks for the next school year, idk how they plan to do that when they only had 8 computers for 32 students. I thankfully had an IPad that I could use but they would get mad if i used it, even though it was being used for hw. The teachers are great I can't complain about them, however it sucks that they're not really allowed to teach us how they wanted. Mr. Coward would come and change their lectures or try and give the lecture himself. Get ready to fall asleep and not learn anything. Anything he tries to teach you you basically have to go back and teach yourself. Even if you try and learn from him it's a bit hard. We would ask a question and he would basically answer back with the same question. Ummm if I knew the answer I wouldn't be asking ??? I was pretty excited for the hands on part of the program, unfortunately the mannequins were falling apart. The arms were broken, one of the beds didn't work. We pay so much money for them to not have anything ready for the new class? 33,000 from every student should be more than enough to maintain everything up to date. Last but not least it was pretty disappointing that we got in trouble for speaking Spanish. Yup you read that write, WE GOT IN TROUBLE FOR SPEAKING SPANISH. Not during class but during breaks or after school. Getting asked if we're speaking our dialect. They make such a big deal as if Spanish isn't needed in the field. They also have an instructor, Mrs. Adrianne she comes in wanting to scare you about third term saying she hates everyone and basically wants you to kiss ass. I honestly don't know how she's the instructor for third term or when she did her job because she was always too busy trying to get students in trouble for wearing an off white sweater or because you had a hair sticking out or because your socks weren't white. She would come in our class to later tell our teacher who to give a write up to. All in all if you can avoid this school please do. Don't waste your time/money on them. They will sweet talk you and make it sound good. If you go for a tour make sure you ask to actually look at the mannequins. For everything you're paying they should have the decency to have everything ready. read more

Please please please !!!Do not come here!!! Worst school they don't teach you anything. It's basically self tough, you pay to teach your self on the most important subjects. You will not get taught any math. AT ALL Teachers show no love and interest for their job. The school treats you like a child when most of the students are adults. As a student you feel like no one is there to help you and no one listens. All the personnel has a poor attitude and are unprofessional.The school environment is hostile and toxic... please stay away.. go to a community college. You've been warned.. read more

I have worked in Healthcare for 20 years and I was told this is the best school I referral alot of friends here and and they always complain about it this school is all about money ,preferences and the teachers what not to say I send my daughter there trusted them an it went worst I suggest to look somewhere else she couldn't do her NCLEX cause she needed 16 hours, the school told her we can't help you so she needs to figure it out, please don't go there make your research and go to a bettet school this is the worst, I trusted them but hey they don't care read more

This place is a joke. Please don't go here. They don't care about your education ..just money money and money. They don't care about you passing terms. They'll drop you without care, even if their testing isn't correct. They act like grades are everything but at the end.. the final is a HESI that if you fail to score over 900! Your effort for the whole year just ends. But wait! If you challenge the board for the LVN license and get your license.. you can get your diploma for a small fee of a 1,000.00 . Wtf. PLEASE don't go to this place. Terrible. 0 stars read more

Here's the deal. If you're looking to knock out a nursing school and want to hurry (literally.....HURRY) and get your nursing career started, then go for it. However, if you're unsure of your study skills, or not very focused... I'd say save you're money and go elsewhere. I'll just break down the CONS: _pricey, at least 30,000... and you're definitely not getting your money's worth. _students are always worried about being dropped _their NCLEX passing rate has decreased dramatically _they don't value their employees _their curriculum is constantly changing. PROS: even though this school sucks and is on the verge of being shut down, when you graduate and pass the NCLEX, you'll have you're license. Literally takes 13/15 months. Not that 10 month B.S. The school even lost my papers which prolonged my testing date almost 4 months . Very unorganized.... but they've pretty much fired everyone in their staff, So it might take even longer. read more

So this is my most honest review as an actual graduate from Angeles Institute and probably one of the most relevant persons to be talking. Angeles is a great school for a fast paced program to receive your LVN. Many people argue that it's too much to study mentally within that time frame but it is told before you start and throughout your journey that this is exactly what you signed up for, AN ACCELERATED PROGRAM. Meaning you have to cram up information any way you can to meet an appropriate grade of 76% or higher. It is very doable and MS Adrienne helps you all the way when it comes to HESI and NCLEX prep. Term one was the only term that was a bit unorganized but still learned very valuable information. Ms. Patty and Mr. Ivan are an amazing team in term 2 and are the best ones to help you understand each system and specialties during your time there. The only thing I didn't like about the school was that we only got two physical books which was nursing fundamentals and a drug book and the rest were on canvas which can be downloaded. Also once the board approves your paperwork, many students had to call the school themselves to schedule the NCLEX rather than the school letting you know the day you get approved. Everything else wasn't bad, you just have to sacrifice things as you would entering any other program. I came into this program with two small children and that alone was going to be a challenge, but if I can do it and pass the first time, so can anyone else. I can't explain enough however how Ms. Adrienne was a big and supportive part of my journey. She really is that one to break you out of your shell and make you believe in yourself. Angeles Institute, please give her a raise, she's the reason most students stay and achieve the program. read more

Angeles institute will guarantee you success as a nurse with all the preparations, determination & dedication to the students. If it was not for this school I would not be in the position I am in today, not only did they grant me the knowledge to be a nurse they gave me skills that will guide me throughout life. also I would like to add that Mr. James Rosa is the man to talk to about getting your career started, He is awesome I would say he's more of a friend than anything I'm glad to have met this man. Thank you Angeles Institute for helping me out with everything. DO NOT GO TO ANY OTHER SCHOOL. This is the place to go too. Ms. Rebecca and Mr. S are wonderful instructors and not to mention very intelligent. read more

I graduated back in 2011 and I am now an MSN, RN, PHN. I got my start in nursing at Angeles Institute. After being put through the wringer just to earn my RN license and BSN, I felt it was absolutely necessary to write a review for this outstanding LVN program. I came to Angeles Institute straight out of high school and it was overwhelming to say the least. The amount of studying was unlike anything I had ever experienced. I remember, I'd wake up at 5:00 AM every day, be at class on time, and when I got home, all I did was study! This program was tough for anyone new to the world of nursing, but I feel that it definitely prepared me for my RN/BSN program that I earned through West Coast University (WCU) and my Master's in Nursing I earned through University of Arizona, in addition to the multiple other schools I have attended. First of all, I want to thank Angeles Institute for answering the phone and actually calling students back when they have questions! At other schools I have attended, it was all I could do just to get a call back after leaving 10+ voicemails! I want to thank Angeles Institute for actually providing students with a paper copy of the syllabus, program catalogue, etc. At other schools, I was provided with a link to a google drive and was expected to review these items including the student handbook and print them out at my own cost. I really appreciate how Angeles Institute provided all the basic pieces of paper I needed! Thank you for addressing different learning styles for your lectures-other schools used power point presentations and read the slides verbatim. Angeles Institute showed videos and used manipulatives, which really enhanced my learning! Thank you! Skills: Thank you Angeles Institute for showing me a skill and allowing me to practice that skill as many times as I needed without failing me! Thank you for having an instructor who wanted to help me learn a skill work with me in the skills lab! During my RN/BSN program, we were shown how to perform a skill 1 time and expected to perform it perfectly on the first try. If we did not get it right within the first 2 tries, we were failed! Class schedule: Thank you Angeles Institute for having a standard class schedule and sticking to the schedule! During my RN/BSN experience, the class schedule was changed last minute. I would get an email on Sunday stating that my Monday clinical day was changed. I really appreciate how the schedule at Angeles Institute didn't change last minute! When I was taking my NCLEX-RN exam, I was still using knowledge I gained at Angeles Institute to answer some of the questions. I learned more from this school than I did at any other, and I have attended 6 schools since my time at Angeles. After completing my MSN, I still feel that Angeles Institute was the most organized and student friendly school I have ever attended. THANK YOU for having a student centered program and demonstrating your compassion to see your students succeed. I would not be here today as an MSN, RN, PHN if it were not for Angeles Institute. Thank you! You guys also had a much better graduation ceremony than other nursing schools! read more

I graduated from this school in 2018. Attending this school was the best decision I have ever made in my entire life. I have since worked in Home Health Care, as a school nurse and in Hospice. There are alot of negative reviews from people who struggled but honestly it is what you make out if it. I did not necessarily like every moment while I attended this school but I pushed through and graduated valedictorian as a single mom with a baby and a toddler and If I could do it anyone could. It literally changed my life! nursing is not for the faint of heart. Overall I would recommend this school and I would do it all over again if I had to. Best decision ever! read more

I am in love with this vocational nursing school. I'm so glad I picked this campus. Received my license in a timely manner. Employment placement has been excellent. Tuition covered EVERYTHING. welcoming environment & the faculty(instructors) were my support system until the very end. I would recommend this school to anyone within 15 miles, that is serious about pursuing the nursing field. read more

The REAL truth about this school. I had the highest expectations about this school especially since they made it very clear that they have UNREALISTICALLY high expectations of you. You live in fear every single day (including weekends) that you might get dropped. Their curriculum is ridiculous. Not structured at all. Then you get to term two which is a little better but still it's made by the RN owner who doesn't even teach it. They have LVN's teaching you. When other schools have RN's or higher. You don't learn anything it's more like you have to memorize everything to just pass a test. If you have the pleasure of meeting with the owner Mrs.Coward or most administration, you'll know you're in the wrong place. Although in the beginning everyone is nice with fake smiles but once they have your money, you'll get to see who they really are. They treat you like children but children that always get reprimanded. Don't believe me catch a student when you visit this school and ask them. I personally was told by several students, to get the (bleep) out, but by the time this happened it was already too late for me. The reason why they have so many good reviews is because the people that write them are in some way affiliated with the school or they are the favorites of the class. Don't walk, RUN away from this place! Unless you want to have an anxiety attack from their constant need of wanting to drop you from the program. Also added note the person that is going to respond to this review by "thanking me" for my concern and blah blah blah, is related to the owner, I believe it's her daughter. Also somehow the administration is related or close to Mrs.Coward. So if you ever want to complain or have a reasonable concern, just write it down a piece of paper and place it in the trash can at home because that's how important your concern means to them. You have been warned!!! I really hope that who ever reads this takes this serious because it was saddest thing to see what happens behind the scenes. I'm already in the process of reporting them to the BVNPT, BBB, and ACICS. Also FYI the passing rate is 70% for NCLEX and 50% for the school itself. read more

Angeles Institute - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Artesia, California

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Angeles Institute is no joke. I went here straight after highschool. It was overwhelming in the beginning but so worth it. Mr.S and Ms. Mary were very informative and helpful and til this day their lessons stuck by me . I honestly didn't know what I wanted to do career wise at the time so I used this opportunity as a stepping stone into nursing. I graduated from Angeles at 18 years old and started my career as a lvn at 19. It was one of the best choices I've ever made. I have been a nurse for 3 years and I transitioned straight into the rn program. Being an lvn allowed me to provide for my parents and afford higher education. It gave me the experience I needed to get into rn school with ease. It helped awaken my love for nursing. I'm currently a rn student going for my bsn. This school taught me how to study more effectively and gave me key values when it came to patient care.Angeles has taught me the value of study groups, coffee, tutoring, and supportive faculty. In all honesty it comes down to work ethic and being a cohesive cohort. Focus on your goal and work hard that's just it. read more

Angeles Institute - Class of 2016 - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Artesia, California

Going to Angeles Institute was one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. Yes, it is a hard program. Yes, there are strict rules. But being a nurse isn't easy, it's supposed to be hard and this school prepares you for what has to come. The faculty and teachers provide you with a good solid foundation and make sure you're prepared before they truly send you out into the field. It may be discouraging at first but the obstacles you face in this school prepares you for the real obstacles that lay ahead of you. On second note, I was really surprised at the amount of support you truly get from the faculty here. They treat you like family and make sure you always stay on the right path. Shout out to James Rosa!! It's not a guarantee for any program to help with job placement, but he did a really tremendous job helping me after I graduated consistently asking if I needed help finding a job and following up after I got one! Really appreciate my experience and everyone at Angeles institute!! read more

There is so much to say about this school... The program will bring you to your breaking point. Back to back exams, hours of training, long clinical rotations. However, if you make it through. Not only will you be a better nurse, but a stronger critically thinking individual. All the staff know the students by name... Ask about your kids, spouses. my husband was deployed overseas half/way through the program. All of the staff didn't hesitate to help & give me the time I needed. Then allowed me to come back full force and graduate. Even months after graduating, I came back to study for the nclex. Where do you find instructors to help you with any questions or tips on their own time after you've graduated and gone? I passed the boards with flying colors! Thank you Angeles! read more

I learned a lot, just do good and study, do not do things last minute and follow bad habits, I got up early am and studied, MR.S is awesome as always and other teachers were ok. read more

Angeles Institute is doing something right. We at Right at Home in Cypress have been working with James and his team for almost 3 years. The LVNs from Angeles have been the heart and soul of of our team. These graduates have started as caregivers and have mostly progressed into leadership roles. Our Care Managers are all from Angeles. Also our other partners in Assisted Living and Hospice have recruited these leaders from us, because the LVNs education from Angeles coupled with the experienced learned working at Right at Home is very, very attractive. Love this school! Vernon Atwood Owner Right at Home Northwest OC/Southeast LA read more

Not worth 31000. Avoid the loans you will get and enroll in Downey adult school, Lynwood adult school, Rosemead adult School or even Maxine Waters. Their programs are 2x cheap and no loan needed This school says it's 10months but it's really a year. The last two months that they don't mention consist of coming to class prepping for the NCLEX. Term 1 teachers are unorganized. You get a 15 min break every hour and up to an hour and a half lunch. Class ends early EVERYDAY between noon and 2pm. If you miss a day they hold u responsible for making up the full 8 hours of class when u technically only in class the most 4 1/2 lol. They teach from PowerPoint slides. The teacher Ms. Lorie doesn't know the material considering she is a former student there. If you ask her a question... 99% of the time she doesn't know the answer. Once u come back from lunch at 1pm or 1:30pm, you on your own to do homework either on the computer or your drug cards. Math tutoring is on Thursday after class. The math test is that same Thursday beginning of class. Backwards!! Best advice form a study group. read more

I am a proud graduate of Angeles Institute!! This school teaches you everything you need to know and will go the extra mile to help you. As a student you NEED to put in the work and time to become successful! Nursing school is not easy!!!!! Studying all night and tests everyday with no sleep was my reality for a year. But it was all worth it in the end because I am now working as a successful LVN. If your not ready to be challenged then your not ready for this school. GOOD LUCK! read more

This school is a joke and the staff are liars and only want your money. It's not a 10 month program it's more like at 13 month program. They're liars!!!! Do not sign up for this school. I RECOMMEND TO GET YOUR ASSOCIATES DEGREE (ADN). You're paying 30k for a LVN license. And that's ONLY if you pass.... you would much rather go to community college and get ur Associates Degree in Nursing for less & you could also get your LVN license. Don't go here. It's like high school allllll over again. Oh & their passing rate dropped. Meaning they don't keep up with us after graduation. read more

Angeles Institute was an amazing experience for me. From the teachers to the staff in the back, they were always there for you if you needed. This is an accelerated program that you really need to put your full effort into. Term 1 was 13 week, 9 being theory in the class and 5 being clinical rotation. It's the beginning of school so unless you have background in the medical field, you may be a little lost for the first week or 2. But Mrs. D and Mrs. Marichu were ALWAYS there if you had any questions. You start to get to the hang of things and start to realize which of your peers are serious about this school. (QUICK TIP: Those are the people you should surround yourself with.) I ended up making a study group and within that study group, by the end of theory portion, 4/5 of the top students in the class were in that study group with the rest of the people in the group top 25% of the class. Now it's time for clinicals. This was where you learn who could put the knowledge you learned in class and use it on the floor. Prior to this, I've never been in a long term care facility. Mrs. D was my clinical instructor and she made us work. Here you learn how to care for patients and the things that go into the care for them. My clinical group as a whole was the best bc we were always there and willing to help each other when needed. My favorite memory of clinicals had to be when one of my peers was inserting a catheter and got saline splashed on her uniform. (It was hilarious bc her reaction.) This 5 weeks go by so fast and by the time you take a breath, you end up in term 2. Term 2 is 13 weeks of straight classroom with arguably the best teacher on campus, Mr. S. From the first day you meet him, you could tell he's passionate about what he does and his goal is to give you the knowledge you need to thrive later on. Each week is a different body system so within the week your focus is only that system. As you progress through the weeks, you start to learn how the systems before connect with the current system. This is a very tough and grueling 13 weeks so get your coffee ready and again HAVE A STUDY GROUP. Term 3 is 14 weeks of clinical rotations with 1 day a week on campus taking tests. In this term, you take everything you learned term 1 and 2 and put it to use on the floor. At this point you have a better understanding of how the body works so as you see patients everyday, you start to understand what's going on with them and the necessary steps to help them get better. The one day a week you're on campus, you watch videos and take tests. It's more of an independent learning in term 3, so you either choose to continue to study or you dont. The tests you take require you to study. Juggling clinicals and independent studying at first is hard but keep pushing and these 14 weeks will be a breeze. The people in the back are needed often and don't get credit for the hard work they do. Marisa (student affairs) is your best friend from the start and all the way leading to your NCLEX. Mario Wilfork is there through the whole process and helps you with your paperwork to take the NCLEX. James Rosa is the guy to talk to once you pass. I passed my NCLEX then once I got my license number, he already had an interview lined up for me. This is the job I just started this week. Without James, I would still be looking around and applying for tons of jobs. He really does have connections. ALL IN ALL, this school is worth the time and money you put into it if you're actually dedicated. I would gladly recommend someone to take this program. I'm actually convincing my sister to take this program since she just graduated high school. read more

This school is terrible honestly it's a family owned business and they are so messy they pick on people they don't like. Its a mom and dad who own the school and there kids are the administration From personal experience it's not worth your time or money their just full of shit and unorganized Going here and thinking it was a good place to start a new venture in my life totally got my bubble bursts because it was the complete opposite!!!!!!! There is probably a few good teachers and the others are terrible there always training someone new so your learning from someone who doesn't really know what their doing read more

This place is a whole scam. Please read the reviews & do not go here . Not only is it a family run "business" but it's a scam, everybody acts nice & friendly at first to get your money & so you can take out a whole bunch of loans then once your in, you have to deal with the rude & disgusting director of the nursing program that say rude things like "A lot of y'all will never be nurses" & "Some of you guys won't make it to the end" & then you have to worry about being dropped. In your second term, all you do is lecture for a few hours in the morning & the rest of the day is just YouTube videos that you can honestly just watch at home. For $35k, you should be getting more hands-on training. You barely get any hands-on training. In 3rd term, they make you do a whole bunch of foolishness. If you want to be a LVN, please go to a community college. This is not the place all they want is money. read more

I would suggest looking into other schools as Angeles Institute is a cry for disaster. There are so many things wrong with the school, like how almost everyone is related. If you have a concern or a problem it will NOT get resolved. If you have a doctors note for reasonable accommodation, it will not get approved. I got a note from my doctor requesting to be tested in a different room and extra testing time. I handed it to Jocelyn who gave it to Ali, who are both Student Affairs, it didn't get approved, when I spoke to the owner Brandy Coward, she said she needed to see more in writing... uhrm what more do you need from a Drs office. They lie to you in any single way to get you to stay in school or come back to campus. This school should be it's own drama series with the way students treat other and the school does ZERO a thing for bullying or cheating and the fact that there's love triangles at this school. There's a Term 1 teacher who has student/teacher affair and is also married. 2 people got dropped from Term 1 for cheating on their fundamentals Term 1 exit exam. When the program first started, they specifically stated, if you get caught cheating, you will NOT be allowed to be enrolled back into any LVN program, so tell me why did a former classmate get back into school? It's because students there have a connection with that school somehow. This campus does not have a high rate as far as graduate students. Oh and not to mention, Veronica who responds to everyone's reviews, is the daughter of 2 employees there(owner and financial aid), need I say more? read more

I just graduated from Angeles Institute. I looked at other schools but chose this one. I am so glad I did. From the very start the people cared about me. James in admissions help to get me everything I needed to get started. Louie help me with my financial aid and got me enrolled. The classes were great I study alot. I needed help with tutoring in math and everyone was so helpful. Anytime I had a question I could go to my instructors or the staff and they would help me. Graduation was really nice my family came and saw me graduate. Joselyn helped me to get my paperwork sent and registered for teh state boards. Ms. Meri helped my study for my NCLEX exam. I passed on the 1st time. Now James is helping me get a job. My life and my kids lives have changed for the better. I will always be greatful to Angeles Institute. read more

I graduated in 2014. This school is strict , and they do remind you all the time that you can get dropped. For me personally, it was not encouraging and myself along with all the other students would live in fear of being dropped. They give you one chance to repeat one term, but then if that happens, you have to explain why you should be accepted back. I think this is ridiculous, why should you be accepted back? Because those are the terms of agreement and because you are paying for school, that's why. I hate how they ask you why you want to get in nursing. Sure people are in it for the right reasons and some just want money. For me, I don't like getting personal with why I want to specifically, and if anyone says for money they look like the devil. Term one was a hot mess, unorganized. I had Ms. Lorie as my clinical instructor. I personally did good at clinicals, however she has a short temper and will go off on you without hesitation. Term two was very organized, Mr. S was the instructor, I don't know if he still is, he was very organized, however I definitely felt like he practiced favoritism. Term three was mainly clinicals, child day care, hospice work, and Sims lab. I had Ms. Beverly for Sims lab and Ms. Kristine. Ms. Beverly also has a short fuse but I still believed she cared for students' best interest. Ms. Kristine was intimidating, she tells you like it is, however, I also believe she had our best interest. For clinicals I had Ms. Marichu, she was too laid back at Marlora SNF, and definitely you can tell who were her favorites, she let only certain people sneak out to get lunch. We hardly did anything at Marlora with Ms. Marichu. Mostly SQ injections and hardly any med pass. I also had Ms. Mary Franklin for clinicals at Windsor Palms SNF. She's very straight forward, at times can be scary in a good way, meaning she will pinpoint your errors and be straight up with you, but its a good thing because you'll remember the next time and not make the same mistake. She's fair, and that's what I really liked about Ms. Mary. I felt like we did a lot more at Windsor. Treatment, med pass, patient care, called pharmacy for refills, called the doctors if we got the chance, look at charts, different kind of injections, prime gtube feedings. I like that we kept busy and the day went by fast. For the day care, I felt like it was a waste of time, we were basically working for free at the daycare and I didn't learn anything. Just cleaning up and babysitting kids. For hospice care, it was enjoyable being there for the residents during there time of need. Also, the school has volunteer hours that you can complete for a presidents award... I did it, however it's like pressure if you don't give your free time. They make it feel mandatory and will call you out on it if you don't volunteer. If you ask for a letter of recommendation they will ask you if you volunteer, its like they hold it against you. When you complete your ten months, you're not finished, even when you graduate its true that you can still get dropped. I think the personal drama between the students is because of the students and not the school and trust me there's drama and you can't avoid it. ****TIP, do not let people know your number or your grades. People are very competitive in an unhealthy way and that is a big part of the drama. Were all there to pass and make something out of ourselves... If they ask you how you did, I suggest just saying you barely passed, don't tell them if you did bad or great. Also they messed up on my loans and didn't get enough amount for the loan, so that was an added loan with interest I had to sign for. I definitely was not happy with that! I did pass my NCLEX, and I'm glad even through all the drama/politics of this school- that I went and achieved one of my many goals. Do I recommend this school, if you're determined and strong, then yes. If you crack under pressure, no. read more

I graduate from Angeles Institute when they were still located in the lakewood area and was very pleased with the education that i received. They are very professional and accommodating with your needs. The program was very challenging but it will definitely prepare you for the Nclex. They provide there students with all the tools that they need to succeed. The professors were knowledgable, experienced, and had a passion to teach. I just recently graduated form another school to get my RN license and i believe that i had a better education and experience with Angeles Institute. One of the best decision in my life was to attend Angeles Institute. read more

It's so sad how this school with such " good reputation have this nonsense rules it's sad that you have to live with the fear in every single term you go through that you might get drop out of the program the only nice thing about this program are the teachers they are very nice.. because even the receptionists are rude they answer you with attitude they are not professional at all... oh and when u get drop they will tell you i think you are better off as a CNA what kind of " professional admissions person tells you that ...program itself sucks it's not 10 months like they say it's more like 13 because u still have to go after your graduation and you can still get drop if u don't pass their test... this school is more like you have to memorize you don't learn.... there's better schools out there.. read more

Going into this school as a transfer student, I was extremely nervous! The staff was amazing and always there for any questions I had. Yes it is very challenging but you are told upfront that it is an accelerated program. Each term has its challenges along the way, but what nursing school is easy? I am a mother, wife and was a nursing student and I did it! Instructors are extremely knowledgable, are there and ready to answer any questions you have. Mr. S (term 2) is amazing!! He truly cares about what he teaches And wants to make sure you understand the materials. I worked hard and the end result was passing my NCLEX on my first try! James is a great resource there that will constantly stay on new job openings and tell you about them. All staff is pleasant and helpful. If anyone ever asks me what is a good LVN school, this would be my only place to suggest! Keep up the great work Angeles Institute! I owe my success to you read more

Don't go to this school. This is a family own business half of the stuff is husband and wife or cousin and aunts. It's all a big mess and confusion in the administrative staff They are not helpful to their students, very misinformed. from the beginning of term 1 it's all happy faces and fake smiles, teachers don't really teach you they just read the slides provided by the owners. Term 2 is the most helpful portion of this school. This teacher helps a lot, however, the owners of the school stop this teacher from helping you too much! Term 3 is the worst, you have no teachers but you clinical teachers, and they still expect you to pass they hold you until 300a is finished. From then they don't care about you, they have already got your money now your at their dispensary. When in your graduate class you're still able to be dropped even after you walk up for graduation. They hold NCLEX paper works for 2 months for no apparent reason. The pass rate is 53% they would not let you take the NCLEX with them unless you can bring up their pass rate. The word "drop" is the anxiety word every one of the students live in fear of being drop and all 31000 goes down to waste. They are self-centered individuals they don't worry about whether you have kids or family depending on you. Once they got you money it's like f you. This school is not even 10 month, they implanted obstacles to make it harder for you to pass out Their school it's a never-ending quest. My recommendation is go look into another school ...Downey adult school, Casa Loma or even an ADN associate in nursing R.N let this school be your last you Very last resource. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY! Pay more attention to the reviews the students are right! The one who puts the good reviews is affiliated with the staff. The board of nursing and education department should look more into this school. It's not fair for students to make those big loans and don't get the support back from the school. I call this robbery from our money and our future. Is this even a real school!? read more

I love Angeles Institute and am very proud to say that I am a student there. It is an accelerated program so yes, it is a lot harder than most LVN programs but I love that its challenging, I love that it's harder than most. Truthfully, the course will push your limits but you will have a greater sense of accomplishment knowing you got through it. If you really want it and you have great motivation you will enjoy being a part of Angeles Institute. The teachers are awesome and everyone in campus is really nice. I have made some great friends and memories in the little time I've been in the program. I would recommend this school above any other! They are just great! read more

This school is a joke, everything u can think of is wrong with this school, term 1 is a disaster you learn nothing and just get passed by the instructor to the next term . Term 2 is a little better Mr S. Is a knowledgeable teacher but does play favorites, and all you do is memorize. Term. 3 is also a disaster ur on ur own doing nonsense computer work waste of time, and clinicals are a joke clinical instructors are always late or absent, you learn nothing.I did accomplish my goal of becoming a licensed nurse , but not thanks to the school it was because i was determined and had taken prior nursing classes at community college . Very few students get licensed because this school just sucks overall.Don't come to this school do urself a favor and go anywhere else this school is headache. read more

My experience here was one to remember. The teachers are super friendly, and they are always willing to answer your questions; they are always approachable. If you need to stay after school for help all you need to do is ask. After graduation there is mandatory NCLEX review BUT I have to say it was more helpful than anyone would have ever thought. The review is NCLEX style so its like you're taking the actual test. They really do prepare you for the NCLEX! So far the friends I made and graduated with has passed the NCLEX. Its definitely a lot of work, and one must be dedicated but in the end it really does pay. I found a job at the place I did hospice at for Angeles. Going here has given me the chance to find my first job and it's in healthcare! So I'll always be thankful . read more

im a recent graduate from the school, with hard work and dedication anyone can do it. this school offers tutoring and one on one help with any problems you my have. they offer a accelerated LVN course that only take 11 months the teacher really help you and believe in you succeeding. if you are willing to put in the hard work i believe the time will fly and you will be certified if your having a hard time there is always someone to talk to one day at a time you can pass recommend the school highly. read more