I went to school at the east Peoria IL campus. staff explained step by step what to do and what the…read moreclass and semester would be like. then have you a guided tour of the building and introduce you to the teacher. I took the CNA course. Pam was my teacher she was amazing she made it fun and interesting as well as showed you hands on and explained how to do what your supposed to do correctly you can tell she wants you to be successful. she goes the extra mile to make the information and stuff you learn stick and so when you take a test every Friday you pass with flying colors! she is a inspiration to me and I used to be in the healthcare industry in 2010 so this was to start back up again!!!! I highly recommend this course and teacher! I am proud to be an alumni!

I am in the Medical Assisting Program. Regretfully, I bought into the hype of how quick the program…read morewas and wish I hadn't. I never thought I would loose my love of learning but this school did it. I am left feeling unprepared except for what I taught myself and could have learned more from staying home and teaching myself than going to the campus. The instructors, except for 1, and directors did not listen to the concerns of my fellow classmates and I. I hope they can reevaluate this program so they can actually turn our competent professionals. I sadly now understand why my class is ending with so few students.

While this college is a little expensive it is still very thorough and organized for every student…read more They break down everything in a timely fashion so the students can focus on the school work and not worry about arranging classes and filling in gaps of time. They have many degree programs and they help you with internships and jobs when your finished. (Which is unheard be of) Getting a degree through Rkfd Career College has been an excellent experience.

I attended RCC for 2.5 years for the Vet Tech program. It has it's pros and it has it's cons…read more PROS: -Instructors are very nice. If you are there to learn and you're determined, you will get the attention and help you need to succeed. If you are there and do not try your hardest, instructors will not go out of their way to assist you in your future. I loved all of my vet tech instructors. -It is challenging. I was not expecting such an extensive program given that it is Rockford. I was TOTALLY wrong. This is possibly the hardest program/educational course I have ever gone through. This program will pick out your weaknesses and you will need to study your butt off. This isn't a program that you can just sit back and relax in. -Price is fairly cheap. Now, given that I started the program when tuition was $36k for the entire program, RCC has made changes so those with some financial trouble are able to attend. I believe it is now $160 for each credit hour? Don't take my word for it, but prices have dropped. CONS: -Vet Tech program changed about 2-3 times while I was attending classes there. The school was undergoing some changes and that caused me to have a later graduation date than originally stated, which in turn made me upset. I was set to finish the program in December, but instead, now finishing in March. It may not seem like a huge deal, but after so long in the program, I was ready to be done. -Everyone in power is hard to get in touch with. Several times my father has tried to get in touch with the financial adviser at RCC and will not get a call back. Same goes with e-mail to some of the staff and program director. I understand that there are several students to get in touch with, but speed should be improving, especially since RCC is growing. -Staff is sometimes unpleasant. There have been several instances where I have come in contact with some grumpy people. My fellow vet tech student ordered Jimmy Johns to have delivered to the front desk so she could eat lunch during our 12 hour day in the vet tech department. When Jimmy Johns arrived, the "manager" Dewey, basically yelled at my friend that ordering food and having the front desk assistant notify her when her food was there is unacceptable and is not allowed to be done. I understand how this can be a problem, but it was like the umpteenth time she had done this. And Jackie at the front is not always so peachy. There have been a few times she has made me sign in when I had forgotten my ID. She clearly knows me, as I have been going there for 2 years. But she is never really pleasant to me, -The front doors are open a majority of the time. We are given ID badges when we first sign up for our program and they are to be used and warn at all times. There is no need of the badges if the front doors are always open to intruders. And of course, when they do close the doors, I forget my badge, and I get blamed for not having my ID the one day they DO decide to close the doors. RCC is in Rockford and Rockford isn't really all that safe. Those doors should be close all the time except for orientation. It wasn't my favorite school, but I am glad to have gone through the Vet Tech program. Would highly recommend the program, not necessarily the school. Happy to be graduating in MARCH!

Crafted QC is a great place for original QC items. The store is right next to Biaggi's (see pointer…read moreon map), and there is plenty of parking. I found a great candle and card for a gift, and will stop again as Mother's Day approaches.

One of my favorite shops in the Quad Cities! Lots of unique, handmade crafts by local folks. Great…read morefor gifts (jewelry, cards, soaps) or something for yourself (quirky t-shirt or art print, anyone?). They also offer various workshops, which is how I learned felting. Love this place!