Student Testimonials

“Having my daughter at such a young age had given me more reasons and motivation to pursue my career in the medical field. Thankful for finding the perfect Medical Assisting program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts and enrolling in the program.

Going through the program was not a piece of cake, but I graduated and obtained a job straight out of school with my instructors’ help. The Medical Assisting program prepared me to become the skilled MA I have become today.

As a Medical Assistant with multiple medical field experiences, I am successful and happy to continue excelling in my skills to further my career.”

“This course has given me all the skills and training I need to be a successful dental assistant. The instructor was very knowledgeable and willing to help throughout the course.

Ms. McAuliffe was always enthusiastic, made the program an enjoyable experience, and kept us on track. The facility has excellent equipment that is available to students.

This program worked very well with my schedule, and the staff at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts helped make the whole process smooth. The course itself was straightforward, and hands-on learning is what attracted me.”

“One of the best decisions I’ve made is attending Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts. The instructors were fantastic, caring, and incredibly knowledgeable. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts prepared me in so many ways for my new career.

I embarked on a new life from the moment I became a student. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts continues to support you even after you graduate. The career services department will help set up job interviews, make resumes, and job placement for life.

There are not enough good things I can say about this school, and I would encourage anyone to attend Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts.”

“I always knew I wanted to have a healthcare career, but I didn’t know where to start with no experience or exposure to the industry.  After shadowing various imaging healthcare professionals, I found myself intrigued by the Radiologic Technologists. 

I was fascinated with what they did and fell in love with the workflow.  This motivated me to enroll in the Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts’ Radiologic Technology program. 

My journey at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts began on July 3, 2017.  I was told this would be the most challenging educational experience I’d have to date, but I was ready, and I knew nothing worth having comes without hard work. 

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts has fantastic instructors who have guided me through my educational and clinical experience.  Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts also has a wide range of clinical sites.  The training I’ve gained through my clinical rotations has prepared me for numerous situations and medical settings such as clinics, hospitals, inpatient, outpatient, and OR.

With a little less than three months left until graduation, I can say that I decided to pursue a Radiologic Technology degree. 

I am delighted with the level of education that I’ve received from Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, and I look forward to beginning my career as a Radiologic Technologist!”

“Before entering the Radiologic Technology program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, I spent 16 years teaching Special Education. Going back to school at my age was a challenging transition, but it was made easy with my family’s support and the instructors at Gurnick. This intense program has provided me with a high level of education and training needed to be a successful technologist.

As a student radiographer, I’ve had excellent hands-on training in various hospital and outpatient settings during my externship. These experiences have been unique, and I’ve made great connections with many radiology department staff.

As an upcoming graduate, I feel prepared and ready to enter this field with confidence, and it’s all because of how hard my instructors have pushed me to be the best.

Going back to school and completing this program is a massive milestone for me. I’m very proud to be a future graduate of the RT program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, Sacramento.”

“Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts was the first step in my career. They were the first step to my success at Kaiser. I attended the Medical Assisting program in 2017, and a little after, I got hired at Kaiser in 2018.

One of the things that made my experience fun and successful was my teachers. My teachers helped me a lot because they were medical assistants at one point in life and knew what the physician wanted from their medical assistants. I was hands-on with the procedures we do every day in a clinic setting.

Being hands-on helped me, mainly because it’s an easier way to learn than reading a book. We met many new people with different backgrounds in our class, but we were all there for one reason: to graduate as a medical assistant, and we all accomplished that.

We graduated with four (4) certifications and a great lifetime experience. I’m thrilled to be working at Kaiser in the Orthopedics department, and I could not have done it without Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts.

I recommend many of my friends to this program because I don’t feel like other teachers like mine. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is the best, and if Medical Assisting is not for you, there are other opportunities to choose from.”

“Hello, my name is Arlet, and I am a graduate of Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts.

I discovered Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts through an advertisement on my Instagram account. At that time, I attended a local community college, San Joaquin Delta College, in Stockton, with my major undecided. This means I had been going to this school for about a year and a half. Yet, I had not taken any classes focused on a major. I genuinely had no idea what career path was right for me.

I wanted something that could fuel me with passion, and I had no clue what it could be. I was not doing so well in the general education classes that I took, and I think it was because I was not excited about school.

It did not occur that my lack of enthusiasm was because I had no end goal. Until one day, my parents sat me down and expressed their worries about my future. After the conversation with my parents, I felt like a failure. As a first-generation child, I knew that going to school and having a promising career was the best way I could ever repay my parents’ sacrifices.

A few days after, I was scrolling through my Instagram, and an ad for a Dental Assistant program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts showed up. I thought to myself that this could be an excellent opportunity for me since, at this point, I felt like there was nothing to lose.

I signed up to get additional information about the school, which was the best decision I have ever made. On the day of my tour, my dad came with me. Everything was explained so well and answered the millions of questions my dad asked. In the end, I took a tour around the school and saw the Dental Assistant lab.

I felt like I was in an actual dental office when I walked in. It was spectacular! At that point, I was already slightly convinced that I would attend this school until I met the faculty, and it sealed the deal. When we left, we both knew I was on the right path and that this was a new beginning for me.

My experience during school was terrific. I loved going to class, learned so much, and practiced everything I learned. The hands-on teaching method was so helpful and practical for me.

This program has opened many doors for me and has made me a better and happier person. I feel like I am moving forward and can accomplish anything I set my mind to.

Now, as a graduate, some fantastic things have happened. I am working at Stadium Dental and love going to work every day. But most importantly, I made my parents proud.”

“I have had the most fantastic experience during my time at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts. After signing up for the PTA program, I entered a whole new world!

Earning my AS degree with this team of experts at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts gave me more knowledge beyond my expectations. I was able to step out into my new career with confidence and a sense of accomplishment that will last me a lifetime.

I have deep gratitude for having been a part of Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts’s creative way takes their students through an intensive course, showing great care for each student’s needs to see them through.

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts continues to be a part of all its graduates. They take the time to post new jobs and remain interested in our careers and growth. Truly a family-like environment! Thank you so much, Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts.”

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“As an LVN, I was waiting for the right opportunity to further my nursing education. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts gave me that route to become a Registered Nurse. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts has helped shape the rest of my life and has given me the foundation to grow my career for years to come.

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts has opened my eyes to the importance of team building. Realizing that you are not just a student at a random college but having a whole team behind you working together to get you to a better place changed the game for me. I wanted to do well for myself, but knowing that the instructors and leaders around me cared about me as a person AND about me succeeding in the program made me even more motivated.

The Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts difference is that they are meticulous when hiring staff. They make sure that each person is an expert in their field.  This dramatically increased our learning and ability to perform in class and clinical sites.

My class practiced in a Level 1 Trauma Center, where our daily preceptors trusted us more because they knew our instructors were great nurses. That gave our preceptors more confidence in us, and we were able to show our skills with that trust in the Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts instructors.

I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to earn my ADN degree at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts and the lifelong mentors I will hold dear.”

“I always wanted to pursue a career as a radiologic technologist and knew a good education and training were needed to make my dream come true. When I started attending Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, I didn’t know what to expect but was quickly impressed with my education quality.

I genuinely believe Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts has prepared me for whatever my medical career will throw at me. Not only have the classroom and hands-on training made me stand out within my field, but it has also prepared me for the licensing exam.”

“In conclusion, my experience at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, ADN Program, Fresno Campus, was perfect. I realized that nothing in life worth having comes easy, and I received 110% effort from the instructors and professors. I was always in a safe, positive environment conducive to my learning.

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, academically and emotionally, always provided support when times were tough. Extra time was given to clear up a topic, and classrooms were available to review schoolwork with my peers.

Today I find myself reflecting on my time at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, and I have received word from many peers that most of us have passed the NCLEX first attempt and are now receiving offer letters for our first job as RNs.

It truly is a dream come true, and I know that Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts staff is proud of my achievements.”