Pontotoc Technology Center, Ada | Fees, Rankings, Address, Admission, Vacancies, Reviews & More

The staff are professional, helpful and add to the overall positive experience while attending this school. I have one major BUT as to why I’m giving 3 stars. In the short time I attended this school for the Cosmetology program, there was a LOT of unnecessary and unprofessional things that happened- regarding the teacher. I don’t usually go on a rant about something or someone, unless it’s called for, in this situation, it’s necessary. I’m very passionate about cosmetology, and education. I knew a bit about cosmetology before I walked into PTC for my first day of school in August. The new teacher that was hired, (Cynthia Atchico) promised us that first day to teach us everything we need to know about cosmetology so we could become not only great hair stylists, but the BEST; doesn’t practice what she preaches. Within the first month, students weren’t coming to class because they felt they weren’t learning, or they would leave mid day for a ‘mental clarity day’ as we called it, stress and anxiety was rising as well, due to conflicting standards from the teacher. Students (including myself) addressed said issues(amongst others that are to remain confidential), SEVERAL times with the principal, and counselor, only to have nothing done about it. I ended up dropping out of the program, after only attending for 2 months. In those 2 months, I lost 20lbs, was stressed out, anxious, and wasn’t myself. I do plan on continuing my education at another school, as soon as I can. I’m writing this to warn others, please do not go to the cosmetology program if you actually want to learn something. Your mental health is more important than your education, and you can find a better school somewhere else! I pray they hire a better teacher ASAP so the students can actually have a good education!

I have had the pleasure of attending the CNA and CMA flex programs, both very well discussed and detailed. The hands on skills are very job oriented and help with daily work skills in the profession you choose. The hands on skills and clinical training are very helpful with advancing your education which prepares you for your final test. The PTC staff are amazing, friendly and very helpful. I look forward to returning myself to further my education in the near future.

We had our Firefighter 1 live burn evaluation at the fire service training center here. I am about 2.5 hours away and it was worth every mile! Jay and all the other instructors are great! They wanna help you learn and if you dont like getting yelled at a little dont come here or dont be in the fire service in general. They dont do it to be mean they do it to help you. Overall great time thanks guys!!