New Horizons Computer Learning Center

I had a great experience in New Horizons Computer Learning Centers - Miami location as student. From recruiters, instructors, and career services my interaction was very pleasant.
All staff was very professional, dedicated and knowledgeable. I will certainly recommend NH to all professionals and students to expand and upkeep their skills and credentials in a today's competitive market.

ATTENTION ALL VETERANS!!!

1) Unrealistic expectations – The bottom line up front is that unless you have a solid IT background YOU WILL NOT COMPLETE ALL 8 CERTIFICATIONS IN 4 MONTHS! It is extremely hard and I need to emphasize that right away. Many veterans in my class were misguided. Nardo Perez makes it seems like you can complete the course in 4 months but that is unrealistic without a SOLID IT BACKGROUND.

2) Recruiting methods – During my first meeting with Nardo Perez, he said students find employment starting at $60K-$70K with two certifications. This is completely UNREALISTIC. Our instructor emphasized that WITHOUT IT EXPERIENCE you will find a $40K IT job with ONE or TWO certifications at best. Nardo Perez said 90% of veterans are placed back into the federal workforce yet 2-3 veterans out of around 15 obtained certificates. Does that seem like 90% of veterans are ready to work?

3) G.I. Bill – My fellow veterans please know the G.I. Bill usage policy. NH will use 12 MONTHS OF YOUR GI BILL in 4 months. They can explain why this is so. I just want you all to be familiar with this policy because at least 2 veterans in my class learned this information three months into the course.

4) Instructor – Luis Barreiros was our instructor for 3.5 months. He is extremely knowledgeable and has many years of IT experience. However, Luis Barreiros often divulged in topics that were not relevant to the class resulting in a disruptive learning environment. As a result, a number of veterans were not actively participating in class after 2 months.

5) Outcome – Most veterans felt cheated out of their money and were completely dissatisfied with this course. Notice I said most not all. Also, a number of veterans reduced the amount of time they spent in class. Based on the factors previously mentioned, you can determine why this may be so. I am writing this review as constructive criticism.