I attended for the CCMA program and it was honestly not at all what was described or what any of…read moreour class expected. I was there when covid started, but, even pre covid there was little to NO instruction. We were given a book and told to work online and complete the assignments each week. I expected this but I was hoping the 3 hours spent in class once a week would be review, lecture anything helpful. It ended up being maybe 20 minutes of the teacher reading a paper we all had in front of us and then 2.5 hours of talking to one another and passing time or self study in a classroom instead of home. We were shown simple clinical things but never in depth and honestly, explained VERY poorly and most of us learned more through YouTube. Save your money. If you are looking for a totally online self taught course, this is it but, expect to waste your time in a classroom each week with no instruction.

Do not waste your 1000+ dollars here for the Phlebotomy program. You will not get hired anywhere…read morebecause they do not have an externship at a hospital or unless you have prior medical experience or a degree behind you!!!! This was basically a self-learn class where you study at home then come to class to poke other students with needles then leave with bruised arms and hands. We used EXPIRED NEEDLES and EVACUATED TEST TUBES 99% of the time! Students were also in a classroom WITHOUT A SINK TO WASH YOUR HANDS! Hand sanitizer was everyone's best friend. They don't even have a restroom for students in their side of the building so all the students had to walk across the building to use it. We also were not allowed to keep practicing sticks past a cutoff date in our program because they would run out of supplies for the next phlebotomy class this year! They use McGraw Hill textbooks/online homework. Basically, everything was open note so you will definitely not fail this class even if you tried to flunk it. The text book will also contradict NHA standards and guidelines so you will be left confused about almost everything right before you test for your cert. You will also get your certification through the NHA website but you have to pay 120 dollars for the certification test out of pocket because it wasn't included in your tuition as well. I started my program at the VB location at the beginning of March through mid-April of this year 2019 and I have been turned down from all plasma/blood donation centers, hospitals, even at dialysis centers. GO TO TCC its legit with an externship, do not mind the price if you want a job! The only reason why I went here was because of the price of the course. It was significantly cheaper than others and you definitely can tell how cheap it was. YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR!!! Don't make the same mistake as me! Get your deposit back before class starts.

ECPI may not have the best reputation.. I've had bad experiences at other locations. The staff at…read morethis location is very nice and I appreciated there professionalism..I truly think there in the best interest for their students..This location is a little outdated but at the end of the day, it's all about the quality of education and environment. I wish who ever is reading good luck

The whole "hands on learning" is a scam" only one teacher in the whole damn building has been able…read moreto teach me anything and that's Professor Nussbaum. Go to a different location don't waste your time and money here

Horrible experience, unprofessional staff, and feel free to contact me for details before you waste…read moreyour time and money there ! It's also soooo funny that if you look at their reviews in Google, their own staff members giving the business 5 stars , leaving positive comments and the center is actually responding back that's how ridiculous this business is.

Great learning center! They will improve grades and get your student ready for that next exam. We…read moreare very happy with their program.

Wack !! The don't have teacher, don't have a program!! Just a waste of time! I called 100 times and…read morenobody calls back

I love this school! The process was so easy from start to finish. I was able to complete a portion…read moreof my classes online. The instructor is awesome. The school is affordable and I was able to make a payment arrangement to pay for my classes. On top of it all, I went from working at a minimum wage paying job to working at one of their barber shops. They prepared me to succeed. I am so glad I went here.

This is horrible company to work for. They have bad customer service, the receptionist is so rude…read moreand always has an attitude. They tell their employees that they not supposed to do they jobs which is light housekeeping etc. that's why they can't keep nobody working for them. Worst company ever

This company is the worst I have ever dealt with the say they are a 5 star they are a 0 first the…read morepca are lazy they steal and and the back ground check they do only go back to 7 yrs so if you don't do your own back ground you will not know who is in your home next they can keep any pca on board the clam ppl be leaving but it's the staff they are lier don't use this company run as fast as you can away from them

Great teachers I attended a class for a refresher since it's been fours year since I've done…read morePhlebotomy. I was able to retain all the information that I needed and more. I would definitely recommend this school for anyone looking to start their career in Phlebotomy. Call and ask for Tasia she's a wonderful teacher and very informative!

Took a discovery flight on May 31st, 2026, in the Cherokee 140, with my Son. Gram was an amazing…read morepilot. From beginning to end, it was very informative and a whole experience. I will be booking again in the future. Norfolk flight center was quick in responding and booking my appointment. Once again, it was AMAZING.

Nice fleet of aircraft to rent and the cadre of CFI's are professional, knowledgeable, and have a…read morewide range of experience in commercial and military aviation.

I had always been scared, uncomfortable, and therefore uneducated when it came to firearms. After a…read morepretty heated debate with my hubby about how to handle a firearm in regards to an intruder in our home (if the situation should arise), I decided I should really get some training and education on them. I'd never shot a gun or even really handled one. As a military spouse, there are firearms in my home and I had put off training for far too long. A friend recommended this course after I explained to her the argument I had with the Hubs. I was super nervous when I got there, but I looked around the room and saw women who were there just as I was, who wanted to learn more about firearms and instantly felt a bit of relief because I felt as though we were doing a good responsible thing by taking this course. Throughout the class I really felt as if I were in good capable hands. Lt. Tynan and his wife were awesome. During the break we were invited to see some of the Lt.'s accolades and got a glimpse of his military and law enforcement experience, giving me even more confidence and security in the fact that I was getting some quality training. I was surprised by how much I didn't know. In the course I learned about gun safety, gun laws, firearms terminology and gained the confidence I need to feel secure in handling guns. I felt so comfy with the knowledge and training I received that I amazed myself at the range. I shot with 3 different firearms and really got a feel for what kind of gun I'm comfortable handling. I enjoyed the personal stories Lt. Tynan, his wife, and my fellow course mates shared as well as the encouragement we provided for each other. My husband is extremely proud of me for conquering my fear and pretty impressed with my aiming - as demonstrated by my target. I'm definitely going again and bringing some girlfriends.

I enrolled in the 02E Entry-Level Private Investigator course at 1st Virginia Public Safety…read moreTraining Academy in June 2025 to try and pave the way to a career after retiring from the military, and it was without a doubt the worst educational experience I have ever had. The instructor, Luis Cortes, demonstrated a complete lack of professionalism, instructional structure, and ethical conduct from the moment class began. Here is exactly what happened: No Real Instruction Given: The first half and only day of actual classroom time was spent listening to Luis Cortes ramble on about his past as a bodybuilder and brag about how agencies supposedly seek him out for training. Instead of teaching, he used up class time to gloat and print off a disorganized 100-page packet that we were then told to study outside of class, with no in-class teaching, review, or guidance on the material we would be tested on. Abandonment of Classroom Responsibility: After that first day, which was on a Monday, Luis Cortes informed us we were told not to return until that Friday, essentially dismissing us from the course while still expecting us to complete a series of self-directed assignments, robbing us of the required sixty hours of classroom instruction to legitimately fulfill DCJS standards and earn a license. We were given a vague scenario (e.g., car crash) and told to generate our own investigative case file from scratch, with zero instruction on how to properly conduct interviews, draft reports, or follow legal procedures. It was the equivalent of paying nearly $500 to be told, "Figure it out on your own." Hidden, Undisclosed Costs: On top of the $495 course fee, students were expected to pay additional, undisclosed expenses. These included using our own gas and transportation to attend civil/criminal court hearings and to go to city records offices to pay for and retrieve the original deed to our current residence. None of these required tasks were mentioned prior to enrollment, which is deceptive and unacceptable for any legitimate training program. Unethical and Possibly Improper Behavior: During class, Luis Cortes called someone he personally knows at DCJS on their cellphone to expedite student paperwork, then told us not to tell anyone about it, explicitly admitting it could get them both in trouble. This behavior directly contradicts the "moral, legal, and ethical" standards he preached during the course. It was both hypocritical and concerning. Unprofessional Environment: Luis Cortes made an inappropriate comment to a student that made some of us uncomfortable. The entire setting felt more like a personal vanity show than a professional learning environment. The lack of structure, lack of respect for students' time and money, and blatant disregard for proper protocol made it very clear this is not a place committed to actual education. Bottom line: This was not a class. It was a disorganized, overpriced, self-study assignment disguised as professional training. If you're considering this academy for any certification through a class instructed by Luis Cortes, don't. You will not receive what you're paying for, and you'll likely leave frustrated, misled, and still unprepared to pass your exam or perform in the field. I have formally withdrawn, filed a complaint with DCJS, and requested a refund and permanent removal of my personal information from their system. Save your time, your money, and your patience. This is not a legitimate learning environment. One star only because zero stars is not an option.