I would've done 1 star but I don't want to be too rude. My experience at VNS was…read morevery...interesting. Miss Josie thinks highly of herself, which is fine but she doesn't need to remind everyone that she is #1 every single day. She has no problem calling someone stupid or how she likes to say "no coconut meat" or "mulala". She had no shame on calling one of the other students "Mulala" and had no shame on doubting one of the students. She continually would say "I think ____ quit" or "I think ____ isn't going to make it as a CNA" as a teacher it is not your job to doubt a student but to encourage them. Also she can't hear a majority of the time which was quite annoying and $1600+ for the program is too much in my opinion, I did the M-F AM class, it was TORTURE. Be prepared to sit in a small room listening to Miss Josie talk on and on and on, about things that shouldn't even be mentioned in a class, AND about very personal things. The scrubs and handbook and fingerprints not being part of the $1600 price is ridiculous. $1600 is already so much and she's too cheap to include the other important necessities!? We also didn't get a graduation, which is ridiculous, just because we were are small class doesn't make us any less deserving of a graduation, she told us we'd take the final exam and have a graduation just for her to offer us a graduation the next day (after the final exam) which is crazy, we don't have free time we have jobs and school and things we need to do, it could've been planned better. Clinicals was actually pretty great, it was refreshing to not be in a lecture for 8 hours a day. I would think twice before choosing this school, I only chose it because it was closest to me, but I'd definitely choose another school if I could start over. Please choose a school that will pay for you state exams, scrubs, handbook, etc. also it's a bit weird how this school is "SO Great" and "Ms Josie is #1" when there's only 11 google reviews and only 6 yelp reviews when this school has been open since the 90's...makes you really wonder.....let's see how long this post lasts. Good luck to everyone attempting.

I went to this CNA school while my friend went to another one so we were able to compare which is…read morebetter. Hands down, this CNA school is THE ONE. The other schools rushed their students too much and didn't guide them that well with the process of getting licensed. Vallejo Nursing School is the complete opposite. Josie is very knowledgeable and will teach you all the things you need to know to be licensed and if you are struggling, she's very patient and passionate in helping you. She provides nourishments to keep our brain active because of the long hours and keeps us entertained along the way during clinicals. She makes all of us feel like a family and all of us were very comfortable with each other considering the amount of days of only getting to know each other. It's as if the place is a safe place to be. And I was there during the peak of the pandemic. Now comes for the hard part, review week and the state exam. I have test anxiety and this was my first actual "state" exam so I was so nervous and was counting down the days to get it over with. Josie along with her staff are great support system and will NEVER make you feel alone. I sometimes get off track and lost but they're so patient and will guide you UNTIL YOU GET THAT LICENSE. THEY CARE SO MUCH. If you're considering becoming a CNA and is looking for a good school, this is it!

Jannell is a really good instructor. She is professional and patient. I attended both BLS and…read moreAdult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED courses with her two years ago and now. I really recommend her. - M. Chen

Outstanding CPR Training - Professional, Engaging, and Life-Changing!…read more I had an amazing experience with this CPR training! Jannell was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and made the class engaging and easy to follow. The hands-on practice and real-life scenario gave me so much more confidence. Jannell demonstrates passion in teaching life-saving skills the correct way. Everything was well-organized, on time, and super informative. Whether you're taking CPR for the first time or as a refresher, this is the place to do it. Absolutely worth every minute. Five stars all the way! Thank you Jannell for being such an amazing instructor.

Highly recommend this school! Great instructors, clean location, clear & organized curriculum,…read moreplentiful parking, and a family-like atmosphere! You will not regret choosing this school.

International School of Nursing provides a solid direction in helping students prepare for their…read moregoals in the medical field. The instructor was exceptionally helpful with my mistakes and studying. This school truly helps students be as prepared as much as possible before an important test.

It's nice to have an advising office with business hours that I can actually get to, outside my own…read morefull time job. The people working here are nice; it's a small office so there are only a few of them there at a time. It was initially weird that it's in the mall but it's pretty handy if I need to make changes to my schedule or talk to someone about financial aid. They also have computers with demos of their online classes and you can apply to the school right there as well. The only thing they need is a snack bar. :)

CSet online prep class for English was a total waste of $380. I have taken other review classes…read morewhich had specific strategy advice for the CSet test. This course only had platitudes about good study habits. Other classes taught words, with definitions and examples, which might appear on the test. This course only had a list of words and said "write definitions for these words." Other courses gave examples of how to analyze and write an essay about various kinds of written material (poetry, prose, advertizements, government information pamphlets, and plays). They taught how it will be graded by CSet examiner and what the CSet examiners wanted to see. This course simply gave you a passage and said analyze it and write an essay which they grade. The online information information in this course could have been 4 or 5 pages of (not very useful) handouts. They also have music videos with pretty pictures which one can view but it is completely baffling why. The relevance to the CSet English test is a mystery I was not interested in solving. Spend your money elsewhere.

My daughter loves working with the teachers there. They really engage the children and make…read morelearning really fun.

The tutoring here a great. Place is fun inside and the actual tutors are good. Mr.polly is great…read moreoverall recommend

Dealing with the rude office staff. Trying to get help they barely greet you sit at the desk on…read moretheir personal cell phone. Like pulling teeth to get any help. Then when you give them the energy they give their nose is turned up and their talking about you.

The PEP Program is FSUSD's best kept secret. A little too well kept! The program is open to ALL…read morestudents in the district (you don't have to live in Crescent's attendance area) who are in grades K-5. The program basically works like this: parents volunteer one day a week in the classroom, for approximately 3 hours. This gives teachers more one-on-one time with students, parents get to be hands on with their child's education, and it builds a community rarely seen in our busy world. The teachers are dedicated, going above and beyond what is required. We've had a volunteer choir when no music program was available through the district. We go on field trips, and fund raise so that EVERY student goes on the field trip with no worries about cost. I have the enviable position of knowing all the parents of my child's classmates as well as all his classmates. Students who are exceeding grade level work can go to the next grade level up for that particular subject, and aren't going into the classroom of a teacher they are unfamiliar with. Students requiring additional attention are able to receive it, by parent volunteers in the classroom AND their teacher. There are family gathering events, from Winter Concerts to potlucks. We have a "Dad's Day" where dads, grandpas, uncles, etc. come in and share something about their jobs or hobbies. Last year we had a Vallejo motorcycle police officer and the kids (and a few teachers!) got to sit on his bike, there was fishing, working on electronics, trying on military tactical gear and much more. There are special themed centers for holidays, a monthly Books & Bagels event for kindergarten & first grade, and there was talk of starting a robotics team this coming school year. Knowing all the benefits of this program as well as the opportunity to be in there, not just attending PTO meetings, had made all the difference for me. My child loves it and is successful in school, I love it, and I want more families to know this is an option for them.

I am not treated like a gifted student here even though I am in G.A.T.E (gifted and talented…read moreeducation) program and I'm not treated like I have any potential at all nor are my friends treated that way. I feel they punish students in an unfair matter. The teachers are awesome, except a couple who in my opinion should be fired. Some staff are great, nice and firm when it comes to bad situations, but the way they punish the students here is unacceptable. For example, 'what's the name' will talk to the principal something happened like she punched me or some crap like that. No matter what staff it is in the entire school, they will only punish the people who were blamed. Not even asking their side of the story. Other than that, I am well and happy being in this school and will be going to a different school next year. I think you should check this place out because most teachers are awesome.

I really love this school. We tried the neighboring school because we lived closer to it, however…read moreit was horrible over there. This school allows kids to be kids and allows kids to grow and to learn without bashing them in their learning process. The teachers are so nice and they consistently encourage the kids to stay on track. We love Oakbrook and would recommend this school 100%

Super fast and easy online class and in person test. Very clear instructions on how to get in to…read morethe facility and take the exam. Clean and neat inside the test room.

It was my first time using a VAM and first time for PALS Certification. Honestly, it was an awesome…read moreexperience!! They are very clear and thorough on instructions to get to the site. The space was very organized, neat, and had everything I needed to complete my skills test. I also appreciated all the video resources they advised me to review prior to testing which I believe were extremely helpful to me in passing. Will definitely look to coming back for my renewal here! Thank you so much!!