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From Struggles to Success: How UEI Helped Emily Find Her Path in Healthcare

Emily’s story at UEI College in Tacoma is a one of resilience, faith, and finding her true passion in healthcare

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HVAC Student Learns to Put Herself First

After more than a decade of dealing with an alcohol addiction, Tabatha Longver finally decided it was time to put herself first. Tabatha had spent 13 years as a stay at home mom, and while her family was the most important thing to her, their concerns were not enough to get her to quit drinking….

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Eva Perez: Balancing Motherhood and a Medical Career at UEI Gardena

Home-cooked meals, clean clothes folded with care, a tidy space, and a predictable schedule are a few things that make Eva Perez’s house a home. She takes great pride in leading the home she’s created for her five young children. Her children, aged between two and twelve, are her primary motivation. As a child of…

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Special Needs Mom Gains New Skills Through Medical Assisting

Tori’s story shows that with determination, it’s never too late to pursue your goals and education. She is now a proud graduate.

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Passion Sparks Achievement for Dental Assisting Student

Aaliyah De La Cruz has never seen herself as someone who was very good at school, but after attending UEI she discovered maybe it wasn’t her abilities that were lacking, but her passion. Aaliyah says growing up she struggled with school and with her home life. She recalls watching her siblings excel, while she struggled…

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