Allen School

Super motivational, helpful, genuinely involved in your career and success story. Terrific school.

Hey Everyone! My name is Swatee Alousious and I am officially starting my MOD 2 classes tomorrow! I joined the Allen School of Health Sciences on March 16, 2015 at the Jamaica, NY location. I am currently in the Medical Assistant (Day) Program and it is literally THE BESSTTTTTTTT decision I’ve ever made in my life.
I currently have a NYS Real Estate License and knew this was not a field I belong in. I was attending various CUNY Colleges trying to find my «path» in life. I went from entering the Medical field, jumping into Business and finally got stuck at a point in my life. I got my Associates Degree in Liberal Arts from Queensborough Community College. But unfortunately, one cannot get a decent job with a Liberal Arts degree. So after working some odd jobs here and there. My mom, who is a CNA, suggested me to try the Allen School. I figured I’ll try besides I have nothing to lose right? (Except time!) :-)
To make a long story short: THIS IS THE BEST BEST school I’ve ever attended. The teachers, the classes, the labs, the administrative staff = are like a small little village. You’ve heard of the old saying, «It takes a village to raise a child.» –HERE at the Allen School, EVERYONE you meet wants you to do your VERY BEST. I mean that literally.
I’m so excited because I finally found my true calling in life. The medical field has been chosen for me, I can feel it in my soul, in my mind and body. The professors that teach at The Allen School really motivated me to work my hardest. I make mistakes, but that is exactly how I learn. No one, I repeat, NO ONE, makes fun of you or teases you. It is a serious school for serious students.
My enrollment adviser was Mr. Otterway Ryan, (He’s the man!) I had an interview with him and signed up the same day. That is how dedicated I am to changing my life. Next I met up with the Director of Academic Admission, Ms. Tandrie Jones, who is a sweetheart! I also met up with the other office personnel, Mala (front desk), Dolly and Laura (Financial Aid), Mr. Sanjay Misra (Tuition payment), Ms. Jill Luke (director of Allen School), Ms. Denise, who always has a smile on her face.
–The Career Service Center: There is Jackie and Nussy. They will help you with your internship once you reach Mod ⁴⁄₅.
–There’s also Callman, Mr. Callman! lol He is super nice and is a funny guy as well, we will have him in Mod 5 for Phlebotomy. *Give him a High-​5 when you see him!*
–How can I forget Ms. Angel Gardner, the Manager of Student Affairs! *7^th floor* She literally lives up to her name, «Angel». She is super super cool, down-​to-​earth, answers all your questions, and offers a ton of great advice. If you have any issues or not feeling good on a certain day, Angel is the young lady you can go to! :-)
–Everyone there is super great! God Bless each and everyone of them!
Now the teachers:
–In Mod 1: I had Ms. Eleanor Mann (Business English 104) who kept the class entertaining from Day 1! While teaching and learning, Ms. Mann is hilarious! The two hours we spent with her, went by quickly. Time passes by when you’re having fun! *Study well for her quizzes!*
–Next, we had Ms. Josephine Te, who is our Keyboarding teacher, teaches you the fundamentals of typing. You start off with learning the basic home keys and then over the period of 5 weeks, you advance. The more you practice, the better you get! Ms. Te is very nice and super wise. She offers great advice for our future and wants all of her students best interest. *Pay attention to the review that Ms. Te gives in class for her exams!*
–For Computers 101 and for Anatomy & Physiology 108: I had Dr. Timothy Cheslik. Another wonderful, funny and talented teacher. He is not only a medical doctor, but used to work in IT (Information Technology). He literally brings EDUCATION TO LIFE! His classes are amazing. He is a walking-​talking-​encyclopedia! You can ask him anything about everything and I guarantee you, he will give you a detailed answer! *The only time he lets you take out your cellphone is for taking pics of the slides he places on the projector. Word of Advice: Snap every thing he tells you, take excellent notes, pay attention to the words and review he gives, BELIEVE ME: It will come on your exam!*
I have such passion for this school, because it has changed my life. I give it 200% every single day that I am there. Every sacrifice you make, every sweat and tear you shed, is worth it. Hard work definitely pays off and I’m living proof of it!
*GOOD LUCK* to everyone who wants a change in their life!
~ The Allen School of Health Sciences is a pre-​requiste to the medical field. Who says you have to stop there? After you become a MA (Medical Assistant), you can go on to pursue your LPN, RN and MD! :-)