Success Stories
Shannon Oesterle
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“If you are thinking about nursing school, I would say start now. Do not wait on your goals. You are not too busy, too old, too young, too far, or whatever."
Tatum ruiz
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“My mom made the decision to go back to college and she graduated from the Associate Degree in Nursing program from Hondros. She then talked me into applying for the Practical Nursing program."
Mulhat Ebrahim
Practical Nursing Program
“I am thankful to Hondros for giving me this opportunity. This year has shown me how we can all make a difference with just the right amount of support and motivation."
Angela Stead
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I have an atypical career path to becoming a nurse. My work history is predominantly in the business side of healthcare in marketing and public relations for hospital systems."
Franchesca Martinez-khay
Graduate of the Practical Nursing Program and Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“To be successful in school, I tapped into all the resources available to me and more. I prepared as much as possible for my schoolwork ahead of time. Developing these behaviors has also helped me in my career."
Angela thomas
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“My grandma was a nurse, and I admired her. She set an example of caring and hard work. My hope is to carry on her legacy."
Kim emry
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Before I started nursing school in 2018 in the Practical Nursing program, I had worked in retail for 20 years. I wanted to have a rewarding career."
dani may
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I held myself back a long time thinking I could not work in healthcare; however, being in school has opened me up to things that I did not think was possible for myself."
wendy giles
Practical Nursing Program
“My nurses during my labors were amazing and I want to make a positive impact on someone’s life at such a special milestone."
chelsea brown
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I have always been passionate about helping others. As I got older, I thought I would go into counseling. I soon realized that nursing was more my speed."
Trinity villar
Practical Nursing Program
“When I was a child I was diagnosed with familial polyposis. I was very sick and in and out of the hospital a lot, but the nurses were amazing and always made me feel better."
dawn garrison
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I gathered information on a few schools, and Hondros College of Nursing stood out to me. My admissions representative was awesome too."
oshnique holley
Practical Nursing Program
“I got my certified nursing license (CNA) after I graduated high school and worked as a CNA for many years. As time went by, I realized I wanted to provide more hands on care."
Amy azbill
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“When I was 13, my papaw was gravely sick in the hospital. Through all the chaos, one nurse came into his room, grabbed his hand, and sang Amazing Grace aloud. My family joined in and sang with her."
Abralyn lawson
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Restarting college and a new career path at my age (I will be 50 soon), I wanted an efficient course of study. I felt like Hondros College of Nursing’s direct entry option offered me the best chance for success."
Sade Hardrick
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I have always wanted to have a career in healthcare. I first wanted to become a pediatrician, then a cardiologist, and now I have found my passion as a nurse."
mone cross
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“During my time at Hondros, what I used to think was not possible, is sinking in as my reality. As my terms have gone on, I have had a great support system that has helped me make it this far."
rebecca thompson
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“My good friend attended Hondros in 2007 and recommended it to me. The school had just started the direct entry program, so I had the opportunity to enter the Associate Degree in Nursing program. The timing was perfect."
Joy Otarus
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I began my nursing education at Hondros College of Nursing in the Practical Nursing program. I really loved the PN program, so I decided to continue with the Associate Degree in Nursing program."
Roger Holmes
Practical Nursing Program
“I wanted to use my experience as a child from the system to show people that just because they may have had struggles, does not mean they have to let society decide their future."
kehonsha young
Practical Nursing Program
“I was so grateful for the care my daughter received in the hospital. I felt that it was my duty to return the favor and help others in need. That is when I decided to become a nurse."
Chelsi whisler
Practical Nursing Program
“It is a passion of mine to be a part of a team that focuses on improving the health of others. I like being there for people any way I can."
Cerena frazier
Practical Nursing Program
“The NICU nurses helped me become familiar with being a new mom during the five weeks my daughter was in the hospital. This made me want to be a nurse so I could also help people."
Mallory Powell
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“While my dad was in the ICU, I became close to the nurses who were helping him. The entire experience sparked my interest in becoming a nurse."
Mercedes Danforth
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Already being an LPN, I knew I wanted to advance my career and work as an RN as soon as possible. Hondros was the best option for me to do that."
Leah Borland
Practical Nursing Program
“When I was younger, I volunteered at my mother's work. I loved those residents with every ounce of my being. I learned from an early age I had the empathy and motivation it takes to be a nurse."
Courtney Meo
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Nursing is work of the heart. The fact that I can make a difference in the lives of my patients and their families is enough for me to want to continue my education and provide compassionate, good-quality care."
Matthew Mancuso
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“My grandmother would always tell me that I brought joy and comfort in the room. She said I should be in the medical field to bring comfort to those who need it most. I could not think of a better job to comfort people than nursing."
Ann Martin
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I grew up around nursing. My mom and my grandmother are both nurses, so I always saw them in their scrubs growing up. Seeing them motivated me to become a nurse myself."
Jennette Barrow
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“My two teenagers kept me motivated throughout the program. I wanted to set an example for them to never give up on your dreams. I graduated the Practical Nursing Program and now I am in the Associate Degree in Nursing program."
Heather Collinsworth
Practical Nursing Program
“After my mom passed away, my dad became ill as well. And before he passed, he made me promise to make time for myself and pursue my dream of becoming a nurse. I decided to keep that promise to my dad and enrolled at Hondros."
Lakia Pulliam
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“When I had knee surgery in high school, there was a particular nurse who assisted my surgeon and made my experience so positive. That nurse went above and beyond the call. I want to do that for someone else."
Heather Lawless
Practical Nursing Program
“As one of the older students in my class, it helped motivate me to choose Hondros because of the fast-paced program. If you are struggling to take the leap as I did, just do it! You won't regret it."
Priscilla Bishop
Practical Nursing Program
“I started my journey back to nursing school a little later than I hoped for, but I am proof that it is never too late to start. Never give up - chase your dreams until they come true!"
Matthew Stevenson
Practical Nursing Program
“I have an aunt diagnosed with stage IV cancer and recently completed her master's degree. She inspired me to make a change in my life and start pursuing nursing."
alexis Yakimovich
Practical Nursing Program
“My family had a very bad experience with my grandfather's healthcare team, so I decided that I wanted to become a nurse and be the change. I want to give patients the care they deserve."
Samantha Letterio
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“The day before I started nursing school, my uncle passed away. He had been sick for a good part of my life, and I always watched as his nursing staff took care of him. That really opened my eyes to what nurses really do."
La'Portia Ellis
Practical Nursing Program
“While working at my old job, I watched the nurses take care of patients every day. I could see the compassion they had. I quickly realized that I wanted to take care of people just as they did."
Kelsey Damroze
Practical Nursing Program
“My brother, Cory, has always been an inspiration to me. He is a paramedic. The selfless actions he takes every single day makes me want to do the same thing for my patients. I want to make a positive impact in this world."
Sarah Figueroa
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Life seems to happen when you are in nursing school. I actually had my baby in the middle of term two. I took a week off, came back, and finished strong."
Dawn Zolo
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I have always been a caregiver for my family. Both of my parents are blind and have needed care. I knew I enjoyed taking care of people so I thought I should make a career out of it!"
Lisa Miller
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I have been a doula for more than 17 years and have helped with more than 400 births. I had a really tough birth with my first child, so helping new mothers with their journeys has become my passion."
Mandi Stanley
Practical Nursing Program
“My passion and drive come from my family. My boyfriend is a testicular cancer survivor, my grandmother battled breast cancer twice, and my mom is a disabled nurse. They all give me the motivation to pursue a career in nursing."
Maritza Pinto
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Hondros was a good fit for me because it was close to home. The Direct Entry ADN Option allowed me to use my bachelor's degree to get ahead and become an RN in as few as 15 months."
Godwin Ijewemen
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I started out my career with a bachelor's degree in computer science. After getting into the tech field, I decided I wanted to get into a different profession. I believe nursing is engaging and challenges you to better yourself."
Sabrina Barre
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“If you are thinking about going to nursing school, you have to have passion. If you are truly not passionate about caring for people, nursing is probably not for you."
Courtney Dick
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“When I was pregnant with my son, the nurses and staff took really good care of me when I was in the hospital. They inspired me. I graduated from the PN program at Hondros, and now I am in the ADN program."
Tiya Kadariya
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“The reason I got into this field is because I wanted to take care of sick and needy people. I want to make a difference in people's lives."
DaVaughn Ricardo Blue
Practical Nursing Program
“Sometimes, the only enemy is yourself. Don't let yourself stop you from achieving your goals and achieving greatness. We just need a good push and support on our nursing journey."
Melissa Heine
Practical Nursing Program
“Starting is the hardest part. I decided on Hondros for a few reasons but the big one was the flexible schedule. My oldest son has autism so having the flexibility for therapy appointments was a necessity."
Josh DeBruler
Practical Nursing Program
“I really enjoy taking care of others and making a difference in their lives. I have been an aide for six years now, and I decided I was ready to advance my career in nursing."
Dhan Dhital
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I used to work as a sales associate at Walmart, but I knew I wanted to do more with my life. That's why I chose to get into the medical field. I started as a medical assistant and worked my way up."
Natalie Nelson
Practical Nursing Program
“Things that have happened in my life have led me to the medical field. One of the big things was when I was diagnosed with Lupus several years ago. It actually got me very interested in how the body works and pathophysiology."
Alison Gillespie
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“My experience with nurses caring for me in labor and delivery really made me think about becoming a nurse. I have four kids, and each time I was in the hospital, the nurses made me feel like family."
Naima Smith
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I already have a degree in healthcare management, so the Direct Entry Option was very fitting for me. I also worked in hospitality for 12 years, so this is not my first career. Hondros has made it all possible for me."
Brittany Bell
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I needed a program that was not going to take forever, and sitting on a waitlist was not an option. Ultimately, it was not a difficult decision. Hondros was financially sensible, and it checked all the boxes on my list."
Alisha Backo
Practical Nursing Program
“Caring for people runs in my family. My grandma was a nurse in the military, and my mom is a caregiver for many elderly people. I also have two aunts that are nurses. I get my inspiration from them and my younger sister."
eLANA pETE
Practical Nursing Program
“I moved from Florida about a year ago. I was eager to start nursing school back up as soon as possible. I heard about Hondros on the radio. It seemed like fate, and I started school the next month."
Lauren Jones
Practical Nursing Program
“In 2010, I was in a car accident that took my life. I was resuscitated and went through rehabilitation to bring me back to optimum health. The great nursing care I received literally saved my life."
Heather Christopher
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“Now that I have graduated, I feel empowered and capable in ways I could have only imagined five years ago. I decided on a nursing career because I knew it was something I could do that would help people."
James Tacke
Practical Nursing Program
“I was working at a factory before finding Hondros. Every day, I would come home dirty from head to toe. I did not like what I was doing, so I knew I had to make a change."
Dianna Janeiro
Practical Nursing Program
“I loved overseas when I started researching nursing schools in Ohio. There were a lot of good options to choose from, but Hondros stood out to me."
Crystal Mullins
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I knew I could do more with my life. I have four children at home, and I want to be a positive influence on them. That is why I got into nursing."
Tiona Good-McCoy
Practical Nursing Program
“When I was pregnant during my first term, the staff always checked in with me. That made me love them even more. Luckily, I was able to take my exams before going into labor right after my last final. It was amazing."
Jamie Wilson
Practical Nursing Program
“I really enjoy helping people and critical thinking. I have been a CNA for over 11 years, and I decided it was my time. My children and my husband pushed me to apply to Hondros and start my nursing career."
Jessica George
Practical Nursing Program
“I wanted to give back and be a part of our VA medical community after I was medically retired from active duty service back in 2013. Now, I am finishing up my last term in the Practical Nursing program."
Hunter Stull
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I wanted to get into a profession that I knew I could make a difference in. I quickly learned that nursing was that profession. Hondros offered a fast-paced program exactly when I was looking for it."
Chelsea Reed
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
“I finally decided to go back to school after getting married, having a baby and working full time. I knew I wanted to do more with my life. I decided to go to Hondros, and I knew since day one that it was the right fit for me.”
Esther Olu Adebayo
Practical Nursing Program
“My daughter has Sickle Cell Disease, so I wanted to learn more about it. I looked at other schools and read all the reviews, and Hondros stood out.”
Julie Brenner
Practical Nursing Program
“I chose Hondros because of the amazing atmosphere. From the moment I applied, the staff was supportive and helped me to accomplish my dream of becoming a nurse.”
Becky Williams
Practical Nursing Program
“My story starts off with me leaving nursing school about 11 years ago to care for my daughter. She was born with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. She is now 10 years old and doing well. So, I decided it was my time to pick up where I left off.”