Message me for a discount code! TestMasters was a great experience! My teacher, Dorothy, was very…read morecaring and really made sure that people in the class were truly understanding the material. I increased my score 17 points, so that says something about their methodology. They really breakdown the LSAT so you understand the basics and what to expect on the actual test. By the time you are taking the LSAT, there are no surprises and it feels like just another practice test. I would recommend TestMasters to anyone wanting to take the LSAT. TestMasters helped me be able to go to a great law school and hopefully have a great career in law. Thank you so much to Dorothy and the creator, Robin.

Testmasters is the ghetto version of testing programs. The books look like there made at kinkos and…read morethey don't even have an online system to check out your scores, take tests, etc. Kaplan was much more upgraded and they have supplements online along with tests etc. Just trying to save you guys some money by choosing the right program.

I was referred to Dr. Stan Taubman by my supervisor. She is an LCSW and she took his study course…read moreseveral years back. (She's been practicing as an LCSW for about 30 years now!) My co-workers, who attended one of his trainings enjoyed his presentations as well. When I was looking into buying study material, I decided to go with BTA b/c of the good things I've heard about them. I just Dr. Stan Taubman's LCSW Standard Written Exam Prep course this past weekend & I truly enjoyed it. There's not a lot of people I feel like I could listen to all day (trust me, I've nodded off several times in various workshops), but I would recommend Dr. Taubman's workshop to anyone trying to study for the BBS exam. Dr. Taubman is very knowledgeable about social work & he explains things very well. I bought his study material & I liked how organized & thorough it was. He also offers phone consultations, which I really like. I haven't called him for a consultation, but I know when I do, that I'll be able to get my questions answered by a true professional. After taking his workshop & after buying his material, I feel more confident about studying for the exam. I won't be taking the LCSW exam until early next year, so I'll update my review again then.

I'm very thankful for BTA. I could not have passed the exam without their test banks and Dr…read more Taubman's consultation. The test banks are very clear and the format is similar to the exam. The test banks not only helped me pass the exam, it has made me a better social worker. I tried another test bank prior to BTA and I was left feeling overwhelmed and confused. The BTA test banks provides clear reasons for the correct answers which is very helpful. I also attended a workshop that helped clarify any questions I had and really explained what the exam is really testing social workers on. Dr. Taubman was also available many times if I had questions regarding the material. Dr. Taubman is very knowledgeable, the test banks will help you pass the exams and improve your clinical skills.

It's been a year but I figured it was time for an update. Few notes: I did not go to law school…read moreimmediately after last Spring, and took a break from studying until this summer when I picked it up again. Got a 175 this time around. Review of Online Materials: I re-activated my Blueprint account again, which (frustratingly) does NOT allow you to reset your progress upon return after so long, thereby making all the tests/questions you used in the past (even if it was over a year ago), unusable. That is one critical flaw that the Blueprint folks absolutely should fix. With that being said though, the test has changed a lot over the last year - mainly with the change of format to digital. As it so happens, Blueprint does a largely great job of providing a large bank of questions and exams for people to practice in the digital format - which I found very helpful - especially in drilling by question type, difficulty, etc. The ability to filter question banks by a variety of filters really helped me drill through material to get better at tricky question types and start identifying commonalities in the mistakes I made. So overall, for a new user, I would absolutely recommend the online materials (barring the issues I mentioned above (and previously). Review of the Berkeley Course with Mike: Given the length of time that has passed between the time I took the Spring 2018 course and the LSAT, I'm not sure how much of a useful update I can provide to the in-class experience. Especially with the change in format, because the way I remember RC being taught in class will now be drastically affected by the test going digital, so I'm not sure what that looks like anymore. With that being said, my opinion of Mike as an instructor remains the same. He was incredibly helpful; and if you know how to ask for help, he's there to give it. *Final note: The course and materials are helpful. And certainly helped provide me the motivation I needed. But these can be very expensive, so if you decide to go for it, go in with the right mindset. Don't skip classes, engage, do the assigned homework, and do additional practice ON YOUR OWN TIME. Good luck!

Awesome LSAT prep course!…read more If you are a VISUAL LEARNER and find cartoons and diagrams helpful in understanding material, then this prep course is for you! Blueprint learning material and instructors teach you what and how to study for the LSAT in a fun and entertaining way! Before Blueprint, I took the Kaplan prep course and was unhappy with it. Kaplan did not match my learning style. I found Kaplan learning material and instructors bland and unappealing. Kaplan is black and white while Blueprint is vibrant and visually grabs your attention and desire to want to learn and actually enjoy studying. After I completed the Blueprint classroom instruction, my LSAT score DID improve! I got accepted into law schools and next year will be graduating. So if you want to boost your LSAT score, then enroll here! You will not be disappointed! Persevere and you will succeed!

Most of us take it for granted that we can read a restaurant menu, read a prescription bottle…read morelabel, write a check, understand a street sign, or sign up to vote. The people who seek out this amazing non-profit program cannot, and wish to do so! Project Second Chance, or PSC for short, is the Contra Costa County Library Adult Literacy Program. They offer free, confidential, one-on-one basic literacy instruction for adults -- both native English speakers and ESL/ELL speakers -- who read and/or write below a 6th grade level. This is done thanks to volunteer tutors. They also have volunteer tutors who use the Wilson Reading System (similar to the Barton Reading System) and work with adults who believe that they are dyslexic (FYI: no formal diagnosis may be performed at PSC). I sought out this program to help my friend -- and I ended up training to become a tutor : ) Their two-day Saturday/Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. training session prepares volunteers to teach basic reading and writing skills to native English speakers and ESL/ELL speakers using the Challenger Series and the Voyager Series. Their once-every-six-months Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. training session prepares a small group of volunteers to use the Wilson Reading System to teach those who believe they are dyslexic. Located in a building just behind the Pleasant Hill Library and connected through a series of hallways, the small staff does the training sessions, answers telephone calls, provides space for tutors and students to meet, and works on the logistics of the PSC program. Potential students come to the Pleasant Hill office -- or the office in Antioch or in Hercules -- to sit down for an intake assessment to match their needs with the right tutor. Inside the Pleasant Hill Library, they have a designated PSC computer lab with a plethora of literacy resources at students' and tutors' disposal, such as Lexia, Ultimate Phonics, Rosetta Stone, and many, many more. There are a ton of hard copies of resources in the PSC office itself as well. Tutors and students can access NewsForYou, an easy to read newspaper, and they even publish their own book of students' poetry. *Tip: ANY ADULT can sign up to be a tutor -- and they are *always* looking for tutors! *Tip: ANYONE who is over the age of 16 and out of high school and who can speak English well enough to talk on the phone or in person can sign up for the program.

My child went there K to 5th.. I always was impressed with the office staff. Maggie is super sweet…read moreand helpful. She really cares for the kids and always was responsive. Sequoia would be lost without her. The biggest disappointment was the lack of community at Sequoia. I had another child attend Valhalla and there is a world of difference between the 2 schools. Parents were more involved at Valhalla and the class sizes were smaller. I thought the education at Valhalla was better and they did many more fun activities. I had high hopes that Sequoia would be a better academic experience but it wasn't.

We love the international baccalaureate program and the learner profiles! Office staff is competent…read moreand efficient. All of our teachers so far have been great and at sequoia long term.

Did not use the service, but communication was very poor in scheduling a consultation. They…read morecancelled on my daughter and I last minute with no advanced notice. With so many alternatives available I recommend avoiding

Look no further....East Bay Prep is the absolutely the BEST ACT Prep Class!…read more The test prep course worked along with my daughter's heavy Junior/Senior year academic load, on top of their weekly test prep lessons. The team was excellent at listening, communicating and following the needs of my daughter "individually" to help her succeed. The tutoring was flexible to her competitive sport schedule, as this was also key to the demands of succeeding in academics + sport. The consistency of the team to give effective feedback & guidance so that she could understand "how" to be a good test taker was priceless and best of all she is bringing these skills test-taking skills into her AP class test-taking. Honestly parents....my daughter went from feeling anxiety with taking the ACT to a confident and smart test taker, BEYOND the ACT!!! The team at East Bay Prep is one-of-kind. Best value...best outcomes...thank you East Bay Prep!

If you're serious about getting admitted to law school, Dave will get you there. Words of caution:…read moreHe's a bit of an eccentric character, but this guy is actually loving, witty, and EXTREMELY generous with his time. The price is right. The entry fee is low and it's for life (Not that you would want to take the LSAT for life). Every time I received an acceptance from a law school, I think about when I was taking his class. Tips to take his class: - Trust him. He knows the test VERY well - Listen to him. I mean really listen to him, mainly as you're doing the exams alone. He would say things that would reveal themselves as you go along. - Be patient and don't get frustrated. - He'll take the time to practice with you, so take advantage of that. Good luck guys.

Yes, I've taken other test prep companies (ummm Kaplan) and picked up a few books here and there…read morefor my LSAT. However, if you are like me with a short attention span and refuse to give in to this test, you must take this course. This course teaches you obvious techniques and I almost didn't want to write the review to give away the secret. I will note that this course is extremely beneficial if you have taken another prep course, because you are able to compare the techniques and understand why they were wasting your time. This test is not about understanding all the details vs. getting that damn number to get into that dream school. In addition, there is a 100% free repeat policy (regardless if you improved your diagnostic score). David also uses only real lsac questions and prep materials. Now, this course is not glamorous and there are no extra gimmicks and marketing brochures, but this is the real deal in terms of content. Please don't expect free stress balls with the test companies logos and other crappy supplies. There is no official building with study space (he uses mostly university rooms). So, go to a coffee shop!!! Pros: 1) Content, Content, Content 2) Instructors (They actually give a damn about you which is ironic- not that this is needed, but this was kind of nice) 3), So when I call the office, the instructor picks up!! 4) Locations (Usually on campus or is centrally located) 5) Take as many courses as you want (hopefully, you will only need 1 though) 6) Socratic Method and Cold Calling you in class until you get it! LOVE LOVE THIS... 7) Price (almost half the price of others). Regardless, I still would have paid for it (even if it was just as expensive as Kaplan). In the end, what's another 600-1000 to your law school bills? Seriously... 8) For reading comp, the technique is reading less! And I am strong in games, but he makes you anticipate the answers before choosing the technique (and you don't need to draw out all the limited options- waste of time/space). I mean I get done games with time to spare. Cons 1) No homework/study guide (so, you need to be a little more self-directed/organized- I mean just get with the program if you plan on going to law school (at some point no one is going to hold your hand) 2) No online materials/syllabus (bummer, but you can pick up other stuff to supplement) For the GRE, I know there are many online presentation stuff, etc. 3) I do wish the course was longer (in duration), but I think he changed his class to reflect the needs. 4) Sometimes, I think it is annoying that there are so many random drop-ins (previous test-prep people) as a 1st timer since they did a lot of the problems before. However, it didn't bug me once I got to know all the random drop-ins and the technique doesn't call for a set group of individuals. But please people, bring your materials to class. Now, this class is like getting authentic Chinese or Italian food from the Mom and Pop chefs on price and quality vs. P.F. Chang or Olive Garden. Seriously, dislike. All and all, I'm really grateful for the course and the time/energy he puts into his research. Go check out a free strategy session now before you sign up. P.S. I don't give 5 stars, but this is as good as it gets.

I called Piedmont Tutoring looking for help in Chemistry. My course at Berkeley was not unusually…read moredifficult but after a month in I had a high C, no not the drink. The regional manager was very knowledgeable and took some background info in order to assign someone for me. The tutor ended up working out really well. Alex was able to meet me at the school library around once a week (sometimes more for tests and quizzes). He actually graduated from Berkeley and had taken the same course before. Sometimes scheduling didn't work but he made sure I was taken care of at least once a week. Never hired a tutor before so the experience overall was enjoyable. I believe they do offer to change tutors if you aren't happy but I didn't have to deal with that. Will call again but hopefully won't have to!

My daughter Angie wasn't doing well in her calculus course during her first year of college. We…read moreweren't sure if we should drop or continue. I reached out to Piedmont Tutoring for a tutor that can help us out. Andrew was our "first responder" and helped us right away. Our assigned tutor worked well with Angie and has improved her confidence and her grades over the last few months. He has been flexible and easy to communicate with. We kept a consistent schedule throughout the year which was best for both parties. Would recommend to others looking for tutoring in the area.