I had a great experience with the staff. I wish I wasnt talked out of doing the program I originally wanted to do. I did the billing and coding program in 24 and I still can't get a job for billing and coding because they want 3+ years of experience when I was told they'd hire with no experience. so now I'm going back and starting the ultrasound tech program and putting myself in more debt! read more

Mr Nicholas Zissimos, I cannot express enough how amazing you are . From day one, he has shown an energy and dedication that makes learning such a positive experience. He never fails to make the classroom feel comfortable, safe, and encouraging. No matter how many questions we have, he always takes the time to explain things clearly and patiently, making sure we feel supported and confident. What truly sets him apart is the way he genuinely cares about his students' success. He doesn't just teach, he inspires. Every class is filled with motivation, laughter, and a sense of teamwork because of the environment he creates. You can tell that he loves what he does, and that passion shines through in every lesson. It's unfortunate that he doesn't always receive the appreciation from staff that he absolutely deserves, because as students we see every day how hard he works for us. We are grateful for him, and we want him to know his efforts never go unnoticed. Mr. Nicholas Zissimos is a rare kind of teacher, THANK YOU!!! read more

I attended the Temecula campus and was very disappointed with my experience. Communication from the administration was often unclear and inconsistent, making it difficult to stay informed about important deadlines and program requirements. When students needed support or clarification, responses were sometimes delayed or unhelpful. The organization of the program did not meet my expectations, and I felt that students were not provided with the level of guidance and transparency that should come with such a significant financial and time commitment. There were instances where policies and expectations were confusing, which added unnecessary stress throughout the program. Before enrolling at the Temecula campus, I encourage prospective students to ask detailed questions about tuition costs, academic expectations, grading policies, and the support services available. Speaking with current and former students can also provide valuable insight. My experience did not meet the standards I expected from a professional educational institution, and I would not personally recommend this campus based on my experience. read more

My experience at High Desert Medical College has been disappointing. I expected a supportive learning environment where students could ask questions and receive guidance, but that was not my experience. I found some instructors and administrative staff to be rude, unapproachable, and unwilling to provide the level of support that students need to succeed. For example, during one lecture I asked an instructor to clarify a concept that several students seemed confused about, and I was told to "review the material on my own time" without any further explanation. On another occasion, when I approached the front office about a scheduling issue that affected my clinical hours, the staff member I spoke with dismissed my concern and told me it was "not their problem," leaving me unsure of how to resolve the situation. Education programs can be challenging, and students rely on faculty and staff for guidance and encouragement. Unfortunately, I did not feel adequately supported during my time at the school. I believe there is significant room for improvement in communication, professionalism, and student support services. I hope the administration takes student feedback seriously and works toward creating a more respectful and supportive environment for current and future students. read more

This school is an absolute joke and one of the biggest wastes of money I've ever experienced. The tuition is outrageously expensive for an education that was completely disorganized, unprofessional, and honestly embarrassing. Our original teacher suddenly quit or got fired with no communication to students. The day before our exam, he told us to show up as normal. We all arrived the next day only for him to never come. Hours later we were finally told he was no longer our instructor and asked to "please be patient." Eventually, I CALLED the main office and I was told he was no longer our instructor and asked to "be patient." No communication, no accountability, nothing. For the next 2-3 months, we bounced between substitute teachers while spending most of class watching YouTube videos instead of actually being taught. Imagine paying thousands of dollars just to sit on Ring Central watching videos you could've found for free at home. When they finally hired a replacement teacher, the school's pathetic apology for months of chaos and wasted tuition was a Little Caesar's pizza party. That alone tells you everything you need to know about how little they value their students. The "hands-on experience" they advertise is also misleading. We drove in our own vehicles for 40 minutes to over an hour away to random people's farms just to do free labor cleaning ranches. We would be out in the blazing hot sun or freezing cold cleaning out horse stalls, cleaning water buckets, feeding all the animals, giving horses and donkeys a bath, etc. That's not education. That's exploiting students for unpaid work while pretending it's training. FREE LABOR. By the time I started my externship, I realized I knew basically nothing. I learned more in my externship in a short amount of time than I learned during the entire VA program. And somehow, after all of this, they still constantly email, call, text, and sent me letters in the mail asking if I want to PAY MORE MONEY for graduation cap and gown. Why would I spend another dollar celebrating a program that failed its students so badly? If you're considering this school, save your money, your time. You'd probably get a better education from YouTube alone. This was the biggest scam ever. read more

Graduates leave after studying hard and paying $$$$. And still no job in sight. You need to assist in helping graduates find work.

I Liked the staff when I visited, the classrooms are nice and didn't seem crowded. The price however is crazy! I would never get a loan for that amount. read more

If I could give this school 0 stars I would. This school is beyond shady and I was told prior about this school and how they operate too. Should've listened. Beginning of my CS program I spoke to Valerie and informed her that I would be doing an externship at another school and asked her how I could do my online classes M-Th if I had to be there everyday or if it was okay if I missed some days or what and she told me that as long as I attended class one day a week so I wouldn't get dropped and as long as I did the work that I would be okay and to inform my instructor which is exactly what I did. Fast forward 3 months later with 2 weeks left of these classes until they're finished I get a phone call from Monique asking why I haven't been in class everyday of the week. I informed her what I spoke to Valerie about and she stated that's not acceptable and not allowed to only be in class one day a week and if I couldn't attended M-Th that they would drop me. Valerie then calls me and long story short says I'm lying and that she never told me that, and that I'm making it up to "benefit" myself. The lack of accountability from Valerie and this school is insane to me. So now I wasted 3 months all for nothing. Phone calls are recorded right? So bring up the phone call Valerie cause that's exactly what you told me. The fact she couldn't even take accountability and say sorry for telling me that instead straight up lied to cover herself. Also if the schools rule states that you will get dropped if class is not attended at all within two weeks then how does it make sense for you to tell a student they HAVE to be there M-Th or they will be dropped? Make that make sense. Never in my life and I've been to multiple private institutions and they all have the same rule of class needing to be attended within two weeks or dropped. Also how are you gonna tell a student that they won't succeed if they're only going once a week? So you guys get to make your own rules how many times a student has to be in class or you will drop them? Never was that stated at orientation or anything. And if that is such a rule then how was my attendance not caught in the beginning? How is it caught three months later when I'm basically done with the classes and now I'm gonna be dropped with two weeks left? That's freaking insane and such BS. Valerie is beyond unprofessional and needs to be re evaluated, especially when she tells students one thing then turns around and says they're the ones lying to cover her ass. Avoid this school at all costs. So appalled with this situation. I will continue my education with SJVC just like I've been doing. Mind you I'm a veteran as well. If they treat veterans like this and call the liars and all the above I can only imagine how a civilian is treated. read more

I had a great experience enrolling at High Desert Medical College for the EMT program. I had Tony Jesus Ruiz help me, he was very informative, super welcoming, and made the whole process easy to understand. The staff overall was great and made everything smooth. I really appreciate all their help! read more

i just finished the ma program here, my teacher was mrs. b and let me just say she has taught me SO so much not only as a medical assistant but in life. she always tells us to trust the process and i'm so grateful to have had a teacher that is as a motivational as she is, the way she teaches is different and she's not someone to be scared to tell you the truth which is what we need in this field and i think a lot of people may take it wrong but the things she does was always for our good. overall the medical assisting program has taught me so much, the staff has always been helpful and kind to me. mrs. b is one of the best teachers i've had despite the things others may say, in my opinion you're either built for this or you're not. my extern starts in a few days and she's built and molded me to be hire ready. she really goes above and beyond for her students even if you see it or not . read more

I would give this campus a zero star review if i could. if you're thinking of attending this school do yourself a favor and don't do it. if you like paying to go to school just to end up having to teach yourself because your instructor doesn't lecture and just talks about personal life events then this school is for you. this school does not care that you're not getting an education they just want your money. The administrators at this school are a joke so don't even bother coming to them for any issues or concerns, they LOVE TO MAKE EXCUSES FOR OTHERS BEHAVIORS!!!!!!. never have i ever experienced such unprofessionalism and lack of competence. I cant speak for the Lancaster and Bakersfield campus but steer away from the Temecula campus. read more

If you are thinking of going here DO NOT go to the medical assistant program I wear to god it's like so much more gossip than in high school that's what the instructor does all most of the day just yapping and yapping about stories of gossip about her social life and sometimes it's life lessons yes but it's mostly just yapping talking about kids and what like it's like omg it waste so much time too because it's the students lab time because they can't get procedures done that's why they get behind and then they get blamed for not finishing the packet well that could be why. Also you are expected to know stuff just like that like vitals she don't teach and teach people that needed information on something but taught the group after them and then when a group said she didn't go over a progress note with them she says yes I did I go over it with everyone so really you can't win that because it's not a lie she just won't believe you. She will also call people out and embarrass so people oh but not her favorites she won't embarrass them of course, and the boys too when the boys mess up she calls them out jokingly but when the girls mess up it's like the end of the world which is so not fair because the boys are not gonna take her serious if she keeps joking with them oh yea and when you ask a simple question she will get so annoyed roll her eyes fall back on the chair, stare, make fun of you or just yell just by asking her something oh but when the boys ask her stuff she will stare and smile and laugh and everyone will laugh like it's a bonding joke. LITERALLY she said if anyone has questions ask mhmmmm so why did this girl ask a question and her face changed and said no with a judge-mental face and laughed and whisper it to other students and lab assistant see that is gossiping is she some type of child or something I didn't think this would be like high school but it's worse. She is good to the boys she even admitted that and she excuses it as "they need help" EVERYONE NEEDS HELP HUHHHHH makes no sense ok so when you embarrass the girls make sure you have that SAME ENERGY WITH THE BOYS MF. When they ask a question make sure you make them feel stupid as well. yea another thing she neverrr have us a vital signs packet bc other people ruined it for us she never gave it out until people's last mods but she gave the newest people it and then she judge the seniors saying that they been there a while and didn't know it wellll maybe if you gave it out a long time agooo hellooooo, I'm not mad she gave it to the new people but to judge the seniors that they didn't know it c'mon So yea when she yells at you just laugh it off that will f*** her up because it probably is "against the law" if you give her attitude even tho SHE DOES IT ALL THE TIME so yea laugh because that's a sign of how ridiculous she is make fun OF HER BACK. Don't ask questions either just EXPECT TO KNOW. YouTube vids saved me they're more helpful than her and she says everything she does to you is for you I get that but for what ? For people to not ask a simple freaking question because she makes it feel that way if you something and her having that judgment in her face will make you feel stupid ISNT THAT THE POINT OF BEING IN SCHOOL??????? To ask and ask and askkkkk stuff so we knowwwwwww helloooooo???? I could've sworn she said we pay a lot of money to go to school and you're scared to ask a question she literally said that during a talk with the class but nah where's that nice energy like you have with the boys when they ask something you probably would make fun of if a girl ask it??? That's why I quit and the doctors think this school is a joke idk about all the programs but the ma program is a joke because of the students yea but instructor totally so yea if she read this she should know I'm talking about her because SHES THE ONLY MA INSTRUCTOR THERE so yea I hoped this saved people and prevent people from going here try a different field or school somewhere far far away or not even a program like this because it feels like your not learning anything because every week is on to the next and you cannot make up test even the girls are brats like the teacher's favorite they try to act like the teacher and act like they know everything but I never hear them once answer questions during lecture so they don't know everything they like to think they do and be all judge-mental and snitch on you when they have done stuff too especially the girl that drives an orange Nissan van I swear she thought she knew everything but she never answered any lecture questions and was so judge-mental like girl we judge-mental to you too u don't know Jack shi stop acting like you do read more

Dear Mrs. Martha Rodríguez. I am writing to express my profound gratitude for the amazing impact you have had on my life and learning. You saw potential in me long before I could see it in myself, and your intense belief in me was a reason for me to latch on to big dreams and aspirations. I will be forever frágil for your patience and guidance every step of the way. Whether I was struggling to understand a concept or simply needing a little extra encouragement, you were always there with a listening ear, helpful advice, and words of support. Your approach to teaching made learning fun and fostered my love of knowledge. Above all else through, it is you kindness, support, and steadfast commitment to my success that I will remember the most. Thank you, for believing in me and helping me believe in myself. You are truly one of a kind !! Att: Olga Carrillo read more

I would just like to thank Ms.B for everything she did for me. My experience in school was amazing. I really appreciate everything she did. I was able to gain so much from this class. read more

There's a difference between tough love and being disrespectful, I don't know if that's why the Medical Assistant teacher is still there , but dang it's crazy how she talks to her students. She's teaching them yes. But in the most disrespectful way possible. if one of her students is confused she gives them attitude, how is that teaching the student ? She says that we pay a lot of money to go here and to ask her questions, yet when we do she gives attitude and scoffs. I'm giving this two stars because my anatomy and career development teacher were amazing!!!! They were tough, yet they communicated and did not give attitude when we asked a question!!!! You can be tough, and respectful! I'm surprised she's still here , if you prefer a teacher that talks disrespectfully and being impatient when asking a question or doing a lab then this is your teacher! Plus she's the only MA teacher here Other than that everything was great ! There will be people like her in the future no doubt ! But this is a teacher !!!! A teacher should be firm, yet patient !!! I wanted my daughter to come here , but seeing how rude the teacher was hell no! Good luck if you have her . I just didn't have the heart to stay. read more

I'm giving a 5 star review to Ms. Martha. She is the best teacher I've ever had. You can tell she really loves her job, since day one she told us she was our biggest fan. She didn't only say it but she proved it by helping us and advocating for us. I really love that she didn't make you feel little for not knowing something but instead had the patience in teaching us everything step by step. If you come into the medical assisting program I recommend you get asked to be placed with Ms. Martha. She is the best!!!!!! I want to say Thank you very much for everything you've done!!! I've learned so much from you and I highly appreciate you a lot !!! read more

I'm thankful for my mentor (Mrs.B) for always encouraging me to learn more and work hard! Your dedication, passion, kindness, patience, understanding and support has inspire me to become a better student academically and emotionally but most importantly to trust the process. I cannot thank you enough for helping me grow as a Medical Student, truly appreciate everything you do for us. May God Bless You! read more

I am so glad that high desert medical school temecula offer LVN program. The school looks brand new and very convenient if you live in temecula, murrieta, or winchester area. Amber is the best person you can talk if you have any questions or concerns. She helps me a lot to get in this program. :) Now I'm starting on Monday.. :) read more

I really learned a lot at this school. As I'm finishing off extern, all I can really think about is Mrs. Martha. Her dedication and commitment towards teaching hands on medical assisting is incredible, and also inspiring!! I strive to be like her someday . She really does her absolute best and I can't thank her enough. Although she transferred to another school after so many years, she's the only one I'm going to miss!! So Mrs. Martha, if you're reading this, I appreciate you. For having someone to look up to and for being patient with me. The campus you are now, are SO LUCKY TO HAVE YOU!! I really wish anyone who gets into the medical assisting program, that you meet someone just as amazing as she was!! It will have a big impact on your life and help you wherever you're placed best!! read more

Shout out to Amber Colcol for all her help! She helped me get into another program in past so I was happy to see her. During my visit to the college she gave me a tour of the school, showed me the classrooms and answered ALL of my questions she deserves these 5 stars and MORE. read more

There is not enough words to say how my experience with this school is. If i can give them 100 stars i will. The school is amazing due to the staff. I could not have had a better instructor then Mrs. Martha she is truly phenomenal. She puts her students first and makes sure we understand what we are learning at all times. With her teaching us i feel very confident going out in field with all the things i learned from her. I could not have succeeded without her and her dedication to her students. I also wanted to point out Amber, Jenna and Valerie in admissions they go above to help you not only did i complete one program i did 2 with them pushing me i never gave up. Last Ms. Marlaina who is the best as well, she was able to get me in a great externship site that i am very excited to start and be able to start a career thank you soooo much High Desert Medical College... read more

I had such a great experience going to school here! I made some really good friends and learned a lot in such a short amount of time. I really loved having my teacher Mrs. Martha she's a great teacher because she will help you by not failing her class and I had my moments that I wouldn't past but Mrs. Martha encouraging me and pushing me to the direction the I needed to be without her I wouldn't be where I am today so thank you Mrs. Martha. I definitely would recommend Mrs. Martha . read more

I am only giving this a 1 star because I can't do zero. This school is Horrible.. I can't even describe how bad it is. They are not accredited which means you have to take so many exams & also will struggle to find a job ( sonography). On top of that when I got touched by a professor inappropriately they simply told me " it's ultrasound, it's normal". You have to find your own internship site or they'll place you somewhere very far. Yet also if your site says bad things about you.. DESPITE you being a great student and a fast learner, they will believe the SITE which is their client and not you who pays them. Yes this happened to me and I had the worst mental health after it because I was doing my best and learning so much so that the tech who was teaching me decided to say nasty things and guess what? They believed her! I am sure there are better places out there and make sure you do your research before any decision. read more

I took the CMA Program with Ms. B and it was the best experience I had. I had an amazing 7 months with her and I learned so much. She always made lectures a good time and someone made a way to make it fun and tell stories that correlated with our lesson. When it came to lab that was my favorite. Ms. B is tough but it's only because she cares. She really did prepare us for the real world and what we were going to experience once we left the program. Once I went to extern I did get hired my second day! However, I wanted to continue school so I joined the Ultrasound program! Other than that I would absolutely recommend taking a class at this school. It is truly effective and I would most definitely recommend this school. read more

This has been the best college experience for me ever! I attended to become a CMA, the teacher Mrs. Rodriguez was the best hands on teacher I have ever had! She is patience with all her students and loves to see the success on each students face! This is a teacher who cares about her job! She is very knowledgeable and helps each student understand procedures and how to preform them correctly! If you are to attend this college to become a CMA I recommend Mrs. Rodriguez over any teacher! Whenever someone's asks where I go to school I proudly tell them HDMC! The direct of this school is a very nice and helpful gentleman as well! 10/10 would recommend this school to anyone looking to further their education in the medical field here! read more

I honestly would give this school 0 stars if I could. If you are a Veteran... DO NOT WASTE YOUR GI BILL OR TIME HERE. I'm currently an Ultrasound student here and if it wasn't for me being stuck doing the associates degree I would have left the program a long time ago. Not only were the machines always breaking down but we were teaching ourselves half the time. They forced us to get a SonoSim which the scanning portion of it is inaccurate. So you didn't get any scan time practice with it like they told us. There is poor communication and a lot of misinformation between the students and administration. Here are some of the troubles I had with the school! If I wasn't on top of my stuff this school wouldn't have given me my pell grant checks. I was mistaken for a different student and told I owed money when I still had over a year left on my GI bill. They withheld my pell grant and didn't tell me they were.. until I started questioning the head of financial aid. Just to get a "sorry". I made a complaint to the VA because of all the incidents I've had with the school and the school sent me a letter stating I could drop the associates program if I let them know before my fist day of my first associate class and guess when I got the letter.. a few days after I started my class! So I was no longer able to withdraw from it. I was granted transfer credits and I got my government class waived and was told I would be able to take my English class (my last class) while other students took government and then the director of education for the Temecula campus told me that they misinformed me and I would have to wait if I didn't take the government class (then I wouldn't get my housing allowance from the VA and that's how I pay my mortgage while I go to school full time) I was then told even if I took government I would be able to walk in the July graduation but I was told that since my last class ends July 19th and the cut off is June 23rd that I would have to wait until the next graduation which is next year in July. This school takes advantage of their students and just wants money. They make promises that aren't kept. The ultrasound program specifically has a bad reputation and people laugh at the accreditation this school holds. read more

I attended high desert medical college, and had such an amazing experience not only with the college itself, but I absolutely enjoy being part of the medical assistant program ! And I definitely recommend Mrs Martha She was amazing throughout my entire six months of the medical assisting. She definitely goes above and beyond for her students and is an amazing teacher. As well as very hands-on and if I had an opportunity to do it all over again, I definitely would. 10 out of 10 experience definitely would recommend Mrs Martha . read more

I had such a great experience going to school here! I made some really good friends and learned a lot in such a short amount of time. I really loved having my teacher Mrs. Martha she's a great teacher and definitely recommend her. read more

Love the passion and culture! The students are hard working and dedicated which is motivating. read more

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Attended HDMC Sept-Oct 2020 for the phlebotomy program. All staff is very friendly, I was explained everything well during enrollment and after completing the program career services was helpful in the licensing process. The phlebotomy teacher, Mr Paul Taft is the best. Very knowledgeable, explains everything clearly and makes sure you understand before moving on. He is always positive and makes you feel very confident. He promotes hands on learning in the safest manner possible. He worked with me personally even after I finished the class so I could better my skills. Not long after Mr Taft worked his magic and thanks to him I interviewed and accepted a phlebotomy position with Labcorp. Would absolutely recommend HDMC phlebotomy program. read more

I started HDMC in march of 2022. I had Mrs. B as my teacher. She was an amazing teacher to me. She always supported her students and helped them no matter what. Even if it was tough love she rooted for all her student to succeed. If you were in class everyday you were learning! I felt successful doing my extern ship. I'm now enrolled again at HDMC in the ultrasound tech program. Mrs B taught me so much! I'm very grateful she was my teacher. read more

I'm really glad I chose this school to attend for CMA. Ms. Martha made class so fun and always letting us make sure to practice on our peers as much as we can, she's the best. I definitely recommend her as an instructor. You won't regret it ! I can't wait until my graduate day ! Not only that but Ms. Marlaina who is the best as well, she was able to get me into a specialty I really wanted for externship! read more

Giving it a one star cus 0 stars isn't an option. I had a rude teacher that would always say "she wanted the best for her students" but would talk to us like garbage. Instead of properly teaching things with patience, she would get irritated and just yell at you making learning situations hard. I'll never forget how mentally draining it was to go to school here. They claim to care about the students but they only care about money here. I also don't know why they tell people they need to take the MA course to be an Ultrasound tech???? It makes no sense, they just try to double up on their money. Being an ultrasound tech has no connection to taking peoples vitals, administering injections, or anything that an MA does. I had been told by a friend to request Ms Martha as a teacher and I did and they told me that I would have her and on the first day of class I had a mean teacher named Ms. B. Her and Ms Martha are the only MA teachers and boy was she a horrible teacher. This school doesn't care about students. Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone!!! Look for better options and save your money. I can't name one student that was in my class that didn't regret going here, that should say enough. My teacher would also say how she didn't have favorites but literally had specific students get her lunch everyday and spent her lunch with them lol. This school was horrible and all the bad reviews are very true read more

I had an awesome instructor shout out to Ms Rico ur the best . And for the other instructors u were great as well The only thing that kept me from giving it 5 stars is that course was done online and I'm sorry I learn best when it hands on and with being online u don't get to experience that nor get to meet ur classmates. But the office staff is great well least the ones who helped me along my journey at the school... read more

Do not enroll in the ultrasound program. It is not accredited by CAAHEP which is required to become licensed or certified. Do your research and ask all the right questions. You will have to beg for proper communication, they are experts at "passing the buck." It was devastating to finally finish all of my hours and be told I was not suitable to be hired because I did not go to a school that was CAAHEP accredited. read more

The coordinator Aracely was very rude and unprofessional when it came down to me choosing my perspective career choice. She blatantly told me to my face that the program I was wanting I should NOT go into that field due to her own personal opinion!!!! I felt very uncomfortable and out of place I would never want to have someone such as her be the face of the company when a person is trying to apply. read more

Currently a coding student, very dissatisfied. Our teacher is rude, unprofessional. At first it was her eye rolling then attitude when we needed help and now she curses in front of us while she's being watched by who I think is her boss. If this is what a professional teacher looks like I'd hate to see what this school calls un professional. read more

By far the best school. I would like to take special time to thank Ms. Martha. She is the best instructor by far. When I was in a wreck while going to this school she checked up on me every day. Even went further to make sure to send me the homework and study guides to make sure I didn't fail. This school has a amazing instructor. I can truly say they care about their students. Thank you Ms. Martha. read more

I contacted this school about their dental assistant program. When I went there everyone was so friendly and extremely informative and helpful! I will begin my classes on the 31st and I could not be more excited! I am looking forward to the months to come and finally pursuing my dream. read more

I attend the school for the medical assistant program. Mrs Martha was such an amazing teacher! She was always so encouraging and always made me feel comfortable when I was learning something new. She always related an even to real life experience which makes me feel comfortable going into the real world as a medical assistance. I truly want to thank her for everything she has taught me. Defiantly a teacher I will always remember!!! read more