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IOT Alumni Testimonials

Genesis Moreno – Culinary Arts Diploma Graduate | Clovis
27 May 2023

“Where to begin? The people you meet at IOT make the experience. You will find so many different types of people who are all getting started in the food industry, just like you. The Chefs expect a lot from you because they know what you’re capable of. Every Chef cares about your culinary journey. My… Read more »

Martin Sanchez – Culinary Arts Diploma Graduate | Clovis
17 Apr 2023

“My Name is Martin Sanchez, I am currently a Culinary Arts teacher at Madera High School. I have been working in the culinary industry for close to 10 years! I started as a dishwasher at a restaurant and saw how exciting the line was and I decided to take on culinary school! During my 2nd… Read more »

Johnnathan Alvarado – Practical Nursing – IDL Graduate | Salem
05 Apr 2023

“After passing my nursing licensure exam, I was able to secure a job with On-Site Health and Safety. This job has been a great fit for me, as it allows me to use my nursing skills to help employees achieve their health and wellness goals. Working in this field has also given me a greater… Read more »

Sheila Beery – Professional Medical Assistant – IDL Graduate | Salem
28 Mar 2023

“I found IOT in the midst of the pandemic. I was laid off, tired of job jumping, and wanted a career that would provide job security and give me the ability to help others. So, I decided to look into schools. Once I found IOT, things hit the ground running. I was interviewed, enrolled and… Read more »

Kamra DeLaughder – Vocational Nursing Graduate | Redding
18 Jan 2023

“When I enrolled in the VN program, I was 15+ years out of school, but I knew it was time to follow my dream after raising my children. I won’t lie and say there weren’t days that I doubted myself, but with the support of my fellow cohorts and amazing staff from the instructors to… Read more »

Christopher Black – Heating, Ventilation, and AC Graduate | Modesto
06 Jan 2023

“Good afternoon after graduating from the institute of technology of Modesto, I went to Valley Transport refrigeration, and got my entree-level experience, and decide it was time to start a new journey in commercial refrigeration, where I started working at RSC Mechanical, with little hands-on, and went head first with my all. I’ve been with… Read more »