Questions & Answers
Q. What are the benefits of attending a Private School?
A. There are many benefits to attending a Private School, such as a smaller class size, which allows for a more one on one learning experience, more personal attention from the staff and faculty, and an overall higher passing rate on state and national exams.
Q. Why the medical field? 
A. The medical field continues to grow and the demand is at an all time high, all over the country, especially here in the Rio Grande Valley. Even in an economy that might be showing signs of slowing down, the Health Care Industry does not. All our area hospitals and clinics continue to hire regularly, and now with even more medical facilities opening up in the near future, the demand is in constant growth. The financial compensation for working in the medical field is very competitive and very often exceeds salaries in other industries. Emotionally, the health care field gives you the opportunity to feel good about a day's work knowing that you served as care givers to those in need.
Q. What would I have to do to enroll in a class?
A. Contact Admissions & Recruiting via this Website Admissions or call 956-973-1945 or 888-973-1945 or come by our offices during regular business hours to begin the admissions process or via this Website. Once you have completed the school application, contact the school financial aid office to inquire how you might qualify for financial assistance through our funding sources such as Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Rehabilitation, Motivation Education & Training, and Federal Financial Aid through the Department of Education. If you are interested in applying for Federal Financial Aid, we can help you fill out the application and explain to you how Financial Aid works and what the process will be.
Q. Does the school offer Placement Services after I complete the program?
A. Yes, there is a full-time Placement Officer at the school who is there to assist graduates of the school to find and keep employment.
Valley Grande Institute vs. University Education
Q. Why do students choose Valley Grande Institute?
A. 1) To use the same equipment in class that they would use in their job. 2) To be trained by instructors who work or have worked in the field they are studying. 3) Utilizing a smaller class size to have more one on one learning experience with instructors. 4)To gain skills to get a good job and solid career in the medical field. 5)To qualify for a good job in a short period of time.
If you say yes to any of these:
- I don't want to wait four years for a career.
- My ACT score is not high enough for college.
- I don't think college is for me.
Then Valley Grande Institute is a perfect choice for you!
Student Testimonials
“Attending Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies was a wonderful experience. As I attended school, I gained experience and knowledge. With the experience and knowledge that I learned during school, it has helped me during the times of State Board exams and now at my employment.”
Jessica Garza
Vocational Nursing
2002 Graduate
“I took the LMRT Program at Valley Grande Institute and I am very happy because as soon as I finished the program, I was hired at the radiology clinic where I did my clinicals. So far I am doing very good, and I really like what I am doing.”
San Juantia Saenz
LMRT Program
2003 Graduate
“Valley Grande Institute is a school for people who are serious about changing their lives and careers. At Valley Grande Institute you will have the training and academic studies you need to succeed.”
Norma H. Roy
Vocational Nursing
2002 Graduate
“I attended the C.N.A. Program and EKG. It was interesting and helpful. It helped me out a lot and the C.N.A. was useful for the Vocational Nursing Program.”
Melinda Casarez
CNA & EKG Programs
2003 Graduate
“I’m very glad I chose to attend Valley Grande Institute because I have had a great experience. I didn’t have 4 or 5 years to attend school but I wanted a rewarding career that I can be proud of. The office staff is very helpful and the instructors are well trained and experienced in the field they teach. I would recommend this school to anyone who is considering vocational training in the health care industry.”
Nicholas S. Miller
Pharmacy Technician Program
2003 Graduate
“I am proud to say I’m a Valley Grande Institute Graduate from the Vocational Nursing Program. The nursing field is a very successful and rewarding career. I am currently employed at a Private Clinic setting and enjoy my duties and responsibilities.”
Christina C. Barrientes
Vocational Nursing
2002 Graduate
“I took the Patient Care Technician Program at Valley Grande Institute. I enjoyed the class and the Instructors were great with me and all the other students. The Instructors were very helpful. I am now working as a C.N.A. at a hospital. I am very proud to have attended Valley Grande Institute.”
Maricela Mora
Patient Care Technician Program (PCT)
2003 Graduate
“The LMRT class is a real resourceful and exciting class. We have a real intelligent and helpful instructor. He is always willing to teach us something new. It’s a real interesting class where your knowledge will grow amazingly. Both the course and instructor teaches us a lot of new and advance skills from Radiology. I really recommend it to everyone willing to expand their knowledge.”
Luis M. Garza
LMRT Program
Currently attending