Concorde Career College - Memphis

I want to share a horror story with the financial aspect of this college. I didn't receive financial backing from the loan for 9 weeks (the very very end of the term). They set dates to be paid from the loan at the very beginning of the program, only to leave some of us dry and without any money, any notice or embursement for two months. I made a large investment to ensure financial protection of myself and to improve my life, enjoy the learning experience and start a new one. The problem for me personally is that three father figures died unexpectedly during the program (grandfather, father and my stepfather). I had been trying to be independent and have my career set so I didn't have any other family or husband to relieve the burden. I was working a lot before enrolling (up to 72 hours a week) just to make sure I was ready before beginning only to fall into a terrible situation financially. I didn't want my grades to be slacking so the loan was intended to cover me. Due to the long period of time I was forced to wait I had to spend everything with credit and I also had to pay extra overdraft fees (hundreds) due to their lack of professionalism and accountability. Thankfully disabled veteran benefits helped a little to at least ensure I had necessities. This however did nothing to cover me long term. For someone who has had three deaths this is a VERY SERIOUS problem. On top of that I had a medical issue which is also very serious and needed attention sooner but because of the financial situation I had to delay medical treatment which can be potentially life threatening for some people. I really cannot believe what has happened and I hope to God that there is an advocate to help these students. For any students who attended there may be a forgiveness program to some students because of situations like above.

On my way to the appointment it was raining and I ran into two horrible wrecks coming from MS, and I'm in Memphis daily and that never happens. My intuition told me not to waste my time but I did. Made it late, wasn't given clarity on the entrance so I parked on the student side and had to move. I parked in the front of the building which was also wrong and the guy at the desk told me to enter in the wrong entrance. After standing there confused for a moment, a professional, kind gentleman took me to the receptionist desk. So that glimmer of kindness and light was quickly dimmed. The recruiter came up after about 20 minutes and stood at the receptionist desk some time, assuming she was mad because I was late. She wasn't friendly but finally called me back and proceeds to ask me interview questions which I cut short, my personal life or job isn't your business especially when you're unprofessional. I would advice other not to waste their time. I spoke with my client that day about my experience and found out she actually graduated from that location and regret enrolling. Blessing in disguise. I believe they delete honest feedback from Google. #staywoke

A total NIGHTMARE. Completely disorganized, the instructors, specifically in the Respiratory Therapy program here do not teach competently. The quality of the teaching is nowhere near a match to what they are charging for tuition. the program director Michael Curbo is very rude and cruel. the rudest man that I have personally ever encountered in life. This program director threatened us and told us out of his mouth that he will blackball us and we will not be able to work at any hospital in Memphis, TN and that we would have to go find work in Jonesboro, AR. Yes the program director told students this smh. The program director also conjures up unnecessary drama and loves to engage in back and forth arguments which is totally unprofessional. It seems as if this man lives for foolishness. They make unexpected changes as they wish and do not properly inform students of the sudden changes so you will be in total limbo often. Do not walk..run away from this place as fast as you can. It was an utter disaster.

I attended Concorde College in 2019 for the Medical Assistant program and it was absolutely one of the best decisions I've made. I had been through so much and this school was there the teachers were more than just teachers and especially Ms.Suqueta Vaxter. She is the greatest, sweetest, caring person I know. She helps he graduate land job in their field and she try her best to get you somewhere you have interest in. I'm glad I went here. If I could go back for nursing I absolutely would. Thanks Concorde for everything

Why is it that I'm the first one to review this? I give it 5 stars from the perspective of a dental patient. I hate going to the dentist so it's been a while. When I broke a filling I went to the dentist and spent a bunch of money for crowns. They showed me pictures of how bad my tarter was and charged $500 to clean my top teeth! I was supposed to go back and pay another $500 to clean my bottom teeth, but I saw on Facebook that a dental hygiene student needs patients to help her graduate. The price is $10 and she gets to learn and practice. Fast forward and I'm here at the Concorde college in the Clarke Tower. It's not state of the art and the equipment was a bit dated, but everything was tip top and if anything, it reminded me of dental offices as a kid. Everyone was super professional and there was really no difference at all between this and the real deal. Actually it was the real deal, because my teeth really are clean now and I think this was the best dental experience I've ever had. For $10 too!I didn't know what to expect prior to arrival. I wasn't sure if there'd be 15 students huddled around my mouth watching and taking turns, giving lectures and what not. But it's nothing like that. Here's a quick run down. The student gets X-rays and examines my mouth, making notes. The on staff Doctor looks around making sure there's no reason we shouldn't clean and at the same time asking the student about her notes. She says #1 was this and #2 was that. 3-7 were sound, #8 was this or that. Medical terms. He's grading how she evaluates my teeth. Then the instructor poked around so she knows what the student has to deal with. Then the student gets to cleaning. They didn't rush her one bit. They gave her all the time she needed and I even got a cigarette break! I suppose each student is different, but I thought mine had a really good touch. She was better than any hygienist I've ever been to and now I can't wait to take better care of my teeth. She offered numbing, but I never needed it. She was wonderful. She even cleaned a bunch out of my uppers that I just paid $500 for! So when the student's done, the instructor comes back to see if she can get more tarter out. I guess they grade on that too. The instructor (Dr. Eason I believe) was a bit rougher and she did get more out, but it didn't last long. She was also wonderful. Never once did I feel like anybody lacked experience or was any less professional than a dental office. I'll have to say this school is really a good thing and their service is excellence. Each student needs 72 patients to graduate, and without advertising, part of their assignment is to find their own patients by word of mouth. I'm not sure if it's open to the public per say. I will get to go back for follow up in 3 months. My office visit will cost $10. Note this is dental hygiene school, not dental school. No fillings, no crowns, no extractions. Cleanings only. I would highly recommend this if you're able.

Concord career college is too exspensive and not worth it. I graduate only cause i wanted to. most teachers do not want to teach and just in it for the money. Please do not take this route. The only reason why I chose it is because I didn't look into other colleges and I was in a rush to start. if I could go back, I would pick another career college.

I was paired up with Tamika. She's amazing and goes over and beyond for her students. I highly recommend her for anybody looking to get into school!!

if I could give 0 stars I would. the teachers act like they are all about students when they all messy. they pick and choose who to root for and when you come to them about a situation even with documentation they brush it to the side or be ready to kick you out. I've had the worse experience at concorde poplar location from bullying to threats to the teachers that claim they care. I wouldn't recommend a dog to attend this school.

I was enrolled at Concorde(Memphis location) and recently graduated from their respiratory therapy program April 19, 2023. This is absolutely one of the greatest colleges I've ever attended. I was welcomed with open arms. The school itself is a great school, the staff was great and always assessable. Here, the teachers genuinely care. I can't speak for all of the programs but I can speak for the one I attended, which was respiratory therapy! Literally, every teacher and also the director was always readily assessable and willing to help anytime. You could always get tutored or ask for help from any respiratory instructor even if you were not currently taking them. I'll end this by saying 10/10 school and program. I'd recommend anyone there!

I'm a new graduate from Concorde Career College and I have had the most pleasant experience with the Respiratory Therapy Department. Micheal Curbo as well as all of the instructors ARE everything to me. Deciding to come back to school was hardest decision I've ever made especially being my age. I knew this program would be challenging however the Director and staff made there selves available to me over and over again. They tutored me and motivated when I felt I couldn't move forward. I'm here to tell you that's the best feeling to have when people support and don't know you. I will forever support this School. RRT's lives Matter