truck driver trainer

admission representative

maintenance person

adjunct instructor

AMERICAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

As a former Admissions Representative, I've seen it all. From the scummy, used car-sales style manipulation to encourage people to spend their hard earned money on a half-baked education, to the sleazy planning by management to prey on the undereducated to make this poor decision, I can't think of many positive things to say. There's 1 instructor on campus, hardly any students physically there for classes, the majority of which are completely unmotivated because they don't have to be in order to be "successful," or whatever that means in this case, as you can literally find answers to assignments on google. Students are not set up in a way that will make them successful in the working world due to the constant hand-holding encouraged by management. In what college setting has anyone ever called you because you forgot to do your homework? None? That's what I thought. Well I used to call students every day, because I had to, in order to encourage them to do their primary responsibility, their work. Ridiculous. I'm not your parent. Your homework shouldn't be MY responsibility, yet it almost always became that. Pay is subpar, you're punished for taking PTO because you can't meet your SALES GOALS if you do so, and the entire establishment lacks professionalism and accountability. DON'T WORK HERE. DON'T GO TO SCHOOL HERE. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE. It's not worth your time, money, hard work, or consideration. This will not set you up to be a working professional. This headache is more than avoidable. The company has a poor history, many of the individuals involved in upper management are job hoppers, hopping from one failing school to the next, and many campuses have closed. Over half the staff has been fired and that's a trend that likely is continuing. And worst of all, their accreditation, despite how they manipulate you to believe is valid and useful, really has no applicable transferability to any other school. You know how I know that? I used to review transcripts. I could go on and on, but I won't, because if after reading this you decide to take the plunge, as an employee OR student, you're exactly the kind of person they're trying to prey on and I hope your time isn't as negative, although it will likely be.

This is a for-profit education company operates under National College and American National University. Coming from a former Student and employee... Do not attend, do not apply, do not even get near the property. Tuition rates are outrageous. 412 per credit hour and barely a discount of a fake attend here scholarship. Accreditation is through an Online council (DEAC) not a true accreditation like your local state or community college (SACSCOC). Degrees are not recognized in the state of Tennessee for accounting and business management. Interviewer will ask you where is National College or American National University. Why did you go there? The next day you'll get the unfortunate email. This is starting to happen with their medical certificates too. Work wise you are cold calling leads that have been applying for jobs. cold calling former students that are in debt out their back sides from attending 30K 40K 50K 60K. Credits do not transfer and you are starting over when you attend your local community college or university.  Management is terrible you'll be micro managed to death without good ideas to improve. if you complain about the micro or incidents that happen you will be admonished from the higher ups. 
REMEMBER!! Tennessee has free community college for high school grads and adults learners. 200 per credit hour includes fees
Virginia high excellent opportunities for their adult learners, also 200 per credit hour. You will save a tremendous amount of money.

Externship was 10 month program that was hard work but broken down to lowest level to understand why certain codes were used and some were not to be used.  The Director of HIM was very Professional and knowledgeable about Medical Billing Coding and the experience that she has. The process involves a healthcare provider submitting, following up on, and appealing claims with health insurance companies in order to receive payment for services rendered; such as testing, treatments, and procedures. The same process is used for most insurance companies, whether they are private companies or government sponsored programs: Medical coding reports what the diagnosis and treatment were, and prices are applied accordingly. Medical billers are encouraged, but not required by law, to become certified by taking an exam such as the CMRS Exam, RHIA Exam and others. Certification schools are intended to provide a theoretical grounding for students entering the medical billing field. Some community colleges in the United States offer certificates, or even associate degrees, in the field. Those seeking advancement may be cross-trained in medical coding or transcription or auditing, and may earn a bachelor's or graduate degree in medical information science and technology.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Cleaning up the storage rooms that were in a complete mess

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Working with two other people who had no idea on how to stack boxes of files in a small room, so all box labeling can be seen.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
 Big empty college building, four-six offices occupied in lower level, maintenance area was a joke, lots of junk everywhere. Computer never worked correctly for any work orders, or zoom calls. Lots of promises-goals to bring up building to standards. Repaired house issues- on premises. Errands to Home Depot and post office  daily even though mail is delivered.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
clear entrances, open offices, flush all toilets, clean toilets that are used, sweep/mop cafe sitting area, sweep all halls and mop floors, check in with manager, pick up mail at post office and check mailbox on premises at 1pm, clean door windows, dust hallway pictures, chairs and flags.

Started out a very nice place to work - but then you began to see the disorganization from the top and how they treated their employees.  Very disorganized at the upper level therefore causing constant stress at campus level and fear of always losing job.  Watched many good people lose their job.  As the company became strapped for money, so they said you began seeing employees drop like flies with the responsibilities divided amongst those left with no pay raises or gratitude from up above just more and more demands.  Its a good school with good values and people who care at the campus levels...just need to get back to their roots.

Administration are cohesive, supportive, understanding, and provides encouragement regularly. Kindness & thoughtfulness for one another is a great asset during the day-to-day work climate shared among all which contributes greatly to individual peace of mind during periods of growth and reorganization.

The mission itself is rewarding especially to see students embarking on a new career and watch them grow and develop as they progress toward success in achieving their educational goals.

The physical structure and location of the workplace is absolutely breathtaking year around in all seasons.

American National University used to be a great place to work, however that has been going down hill for several years.  The long term employees have had no raises for over 7 years now, while new hires are coming in making more money, and the new management positions are coming in at 6 figures (after forcing prior management out).  The atmosphere is now that of "here do this, but wait do this too, and this, but get them all done NOW, and while you're at it, do this too."  Extremely stressful. 

They are closing campuses left and right, are/were accredited by ACICS which has been shut down by the government, so have been seeking new accreditation, which has not yet occurred.  We keep getting told "any day now, any day now". 

If you are thinking about working here or going to school here, just don't.

My overall experience at American National University has been positive, with a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development. Everyone person, from Executive Team down, has been very personable, knowledgeable,  and willing to help me get me up-to-speed. A really great team environment.
I believe areas that can be improved (and probably are in the works because there is a lot of positive evolution going on here) are Employee Recognition and Streamlining Communications across departments. This will help increase motivation, productivity and help create a sense of accomplishment. 
In regards to benefits, they are average and acceptable.

This is a remote institution and with that being said they will work you to your bone.  High pressured job with unrealistic expectations.   Constant changes to daily processes and your ability to do your job will be measured by mistakes due to these constant changes.  There is no work/life balance your mental health will deteriorate over time.   I would say there is bullying that trickles down from the top and in charge do not care about their employees.  There is no support from management and when you want to make a different and bring ideas to the table they will shot down.  Very Stressful environment and very high turnover of employees.  Benefit and PTO are the worst I have seen in my life.

The students are the best part.
I think though the ESL program is being developed and improved.
Prior to the new manager, there was no attention given to qualityof curriculum.
Each course although the same text series were very disorganized. They still were when I left after three years of changing weekly unit tests from invalid to valid.
It took too much time and energy to revamp each new course I was given.
Basically- the texts are good- the learning platform is as well- but previous to the last six months the manager did not address these very important issues.
New management knows the importance of delivering a course to students where the assessments are valid and reliable.


Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Truck driver trainer 3 salaries reported	$23.50 per hour
Admission representative 3 salaries reported	$33,000 per year
Maintenance person 2 salaries reported	$17.75 per hour
Adjunct instructor 1 salary reported	$45.50 per hour

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