Student Success Stories

Stories of FREEDOM, EMPOWERMENT and SUCCESS.

• “Being an older woman coming back to school was a very scary time for me. I wasn’t sure how schools would see me or even if they’d give me the time. I met Stephanie first and from that day I knew this was a school I wanted to be in. She guided me through the process and I started on time. My instructors I felt were picked just for me. There was never a day I felt they were there for anything else than to see us succeed and be the best nurses we could. The support, knowledge and encouragement was always there, never a lack of anything we needed to make it through the program successfully. I built a family while in school and if you’re looking for a place to not only learn, but grow as a person, Blake Austin is the place to go.”

  - Rhonda B.
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  “I’ll never forget her words. ‘You’re here because you want a career. You’re tired of having a j.o.b. – just over broke.’ We had also met Mr. A who gave us our uniform vouchers, etc. He’s an awesome teacher with a great sense of humor but he is humble and has a lot of experience to offer. After 10 months of the most learning, fun, intense, emotional, intimate, growing experiences you can have as a person I had my first day of externship. You do learn in school but it’s nothing like what you learn on externship. Blake Austin College really does do one heck of a job preparing us for our externships. I was always hearing about how outstanding we are and how excellent and professional we are trained. I was assigned to dr. William O’Connor office in Vacaville for Medical Assistant and Vacaville Valley Hospital for phlebotomy externship.”

  - Nina M. (Medical Assistant)
• “When I enrolled I was a bit apprehensive about starting a new career. I am a breath away from turning 30, and just had a brand new baby. I wasn’t sure if going back to school was even realistic for my lifestyle. However I was at a point in my life where I knew I needed to make a change because I was tired of dead end jobs and wanted something better for myself. When I came in I was a bit insecure about being one of the oldest in the class and starting over but Mr. A made it easy and really creates a team atmosphere in the class so you don’t see age, gender or any other barriers that you may have elsewhere.
  I will be going on extern next month and feel so ready and excited. You always hear people say “if I can do it anybody can” but truly if I can do it, being out of school for over a decade and a mother to 5 children… you most definitely can.”

  - Heather M. (Medical Assistant with Phlebotomy)
• “Everything about this school is amazing. I’m in my last days of classes here and I loved every second of it. The staff and students are amazing and helpful.”

  - Isabell S.
• “At Blake Austin Beauty & Wellness Academy, I truly felt that feeling of belonging. ON my first day I was welcomed with open arms. They welcomed my like family. I also become more confident with my clients. Being in school helped me overcome those fears and grow more sure of myself.”

  - Flynn Pule (Licensed Massage Therapist)
• “I attended the dental assisting program and I had such a great experience. The instructors are amazing! They care so much about the students, are always so helpful and supportive. I definitely recommend the dental assisting program!!”

  - Myah C.
• “I attended the dental assisting program and I had such a great experience. The instructors are amazing! They care so much about the students, are always so helpful and supportive. I definitely recommend the dental assisting program!!”

  - Dustin M.
• “I had checked out a bunch of other schools but had decided on this school because of the feel I got when I walked into those doors… I not only felt like people were aiming for me to succeed but I also loved the classrooms and the cleanliness.”

  - Alyssa G.