admission representative

service coordinator

director of admissions

administrative assistant

instructor

Southern-Careers-Institute

What is the best part of working at the company?
I’ve had a very positive experience working at this campus. The team culture is one of the strongest aspects, there is genuine collaboration across all departments, and everyone works together toward a common goal. Leadership ensures that employees feel heard, valued, and supported, which makes a big difference in day-to-day operations.
The environment is both professional and fun. We celebrate wins, support each other through challenges, and maintain a positive energy that keeps the team motivated. In admissions specifically, there is a strong sense of purpose. We’re not just enrolling students, we’re helping individuals take meaningful steps toward their future careers, which makes the work incredibly rewarding.
There are also clear expectations and a results-driven mindset, but with the right level of support and teamwork to help you succeed.


What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
As our student population grows, there are opportunities to continue enhancing how we balance time and support for each student, but the commitment to student success is always clear.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The team culture is a standout strength, with strong collaboration across all departments and a shared commitment to common goals. Leadership fosters an environment where employees feel heard, valued, and supported, which positively impacts daily operations.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day is fast-paced, collaborative, and very student-focused. I spend my time working closely with my team and other departments to ensure we’re providing a seamless experience for our students, from initial inquiry through enrollment.
There’s a strong balance of teamwork and individual responsibility. We connect regularly to align on goals, share updates, and support one another, which helps keep the environment positive and productive. No two days are exactly the same, but the common focus is always on helping students take the next step toward their careers.
It can get busy at times due to the number of students we’re supporting, but that also makes the work rewarding. Knowing you’re making a direct impact in someone’s future brings a strong sense of purpose to each day.

I have worked for SCI Waco for more than a year now, and so many of the "green flags" that stuck out to me during my initial interview continue to hold true today. I noticed right away that virtually all employees here are personally invested in educating others and creating a positive learning environment for those that may not have had that before. Everyone is so passionate about making sure the students succeed and while sometimes there may be a discussion about being able to provide the revenue to maintain the campus, words such as "profits" or "financial gains" for the company are neither talked about or focused on in any way. From the executive level down to ground-level staff, everyone ultimately focuses on helping the students succeed and know that if they're successful, company success will be inevitable. 
After working in several roles at previous companies where the standards, attitudes and culture just wasn't a great match with my own, I am proud to be working somewhere that genuinely cares about making a positive impact upon the lives of others. It is extremely rewarding to see a student enter SCI barely getting by and walk out with a new career and with an entirely new perspective on life due to the technical and life skills that SCI has taught them. 
SCI is also the first company that I've been with that is very active at  looking internally to fill any new roles that come available. Growth from within the company is obviously very important to them and they seem to always be working to move employees into higher roles when opportunities arise for them that are a good fit.
There are not a lot of negatives for me here; occasionally things can get very hectic/overwhelming, but the management is very good at working through any stressors and helping out when needed to help shoulder the workload where they can. 
Compensation is reasonably fair given Waco's lower cost-of-living, but is generally a little on the low side depending on the role.

Overall, I am extremely happy to be working with SCI and am so glad that I made the decision to join the team here in Waco!

Program Specialist for effective ELearning and Distance instructional design and curriculum.
Provide program guidelines to maximize the mission and quantitative standards in achieving program goals
Collaborate and integration of workforce training for methodologies and IT systems.
Supervises project managers/team leaders or highly complex projects that require coordinating, planning, and scheduling during project development and implementation stages.
Develop curriculum guidelines for technology pedagogies and hands on training.
Develop and measure student learning outcomes for courses and programs, updating curriculum and reports.
Oversees and monitors the maintenance of existing systems; monitors the resolution of software production problems; and ensures the preparation of IT system.
Serves as primary agency point of contact for collaboration of adult education programs and workforce development programs.
Establishes training program and curriculum practices for technology laboratory.
Consults with community groups and personnel from rehabilitation agencies to identify need for new or modified vocational rehabilitation programs.
Collects and analyzes data to define and resolve vocational rehabilitation theory and practice.
Monitors program operations and recommends additional measures to ensure programs meet defined needs.
Plans and provides training for vocational rehabilitation staff.
Prepared technical and management reports for student retention, standards, and quality assurance.
Interact with public sector and agencies to promote program development.
Provide analysis of technology forums and leads seminars for training.
Organized, supervised, and managed data, evaluating system, and performance levels.
Establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations and schedules.

I truly love my job and the impact we make on both students and staff in this unique sector of the education industry. I know firsthand how life-changing education can be—it’s opened doors for me, pulled me out of difficult places, and given me something no one can ever take away. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping others access those same opportunities NO MATTER WHERE THEY COME FROM OR WHERE THEY STARTED IN LIFE. SCI allows me to do that every single day.

I’ve been fortunate to work my way up within this company, and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunities I’ve been given. Just like our students and staff, I had a choice in what I did with that opportunity. The same applies to everyone here: SCI provides the platform, but it’s up to each person to take the next step. Success is a choice.

One of the things I admire most about SCI is its commitment to growing talent from within. Programs like the Leadership Institute are a perfect example—staff not only gain insight into different areas of the organization, but they also have the chance to choose a career track and apply for advancement. It’s a powerful way to gain visibility, grow professionally, and connect with executive leadership.

SCI moves fast, and the culture is high-energy. That pace isn’t for everyone—but for those who embrace it and give it their all, the opportunities are endless. What makes it all worthwhile is that the owners and leadership team genuinely believe in our mission—Learn It. Do It. Live It.—not just for our students, but for our people too.

Even on the hard days (because they do come and every organization has them), I thank God for where I am and the work I get to do. I know I’m making a difference—and that’s something I’ll always hold close.

For-profit schools are all the same, making a profit all for the sake of education! I foresee this company to crumble within on itself if it continues operating with the same administration. As once employed as a Medical Assistant instructor with this company at the San Antonio North Campus, I encountered so many problems with the higher management and admissions department. There is far too much corruption and laziness. A responsible organization listens to its employees, values their feedback, works with their strengths and respects them. 

Some of the admission representatives are charlatans and will say anything to get students to sign contract agreements. Just last Friday, while going over resumes and cover letters in my class, I discovered that one of my students had already successfully completed a medical assistant program years ago and was tricked into signing a contract with the same program for "refreshment training." This is BOGUS! I advised the appalled student that all was needed was to retake the certification test to stay current. 

With such a high turnover rate, instructors are treated so common they are valued as worthless and easily replaced. Also, to make matters worse, poor admissions and spiraling out of control retention, it is obvious that more people are becoming aware of the Titanic-like fate of this company and others like it. Until TWC comes in and audits this place it will continue its culture of deceitful and unethical practices. I have worked far too hard to have my reputation go down with this school. This organization doesn't deserve to have me work with them. If you value your time, ethics and money take it elsewhere. This is no place for talented ethical employees who question authority. Please take heed. Students are far better off attending community colleges.

Evil money hungry Corporation. How?

Marketing Target poor Americans that don't know what they are coming in for. Buy phone numbers for cold calling, Trick people into applying for school when they think they are applying for a job. 

Admissions graded purely numbers enroll or get replaced. New admissions reps every 2 weeks.They use used car sales pushing and convening students that their lives are bad and they must sign up for school. Lie to them and offer them the world. Its easy. If they cant read even better! They don't know what they are signing. Never tell a student with felonies they cant be successful in their targeted regulated fields. 

Financial aid Graded on financing
There job is to get the students financing regardless of their ability to pay the minimum loans, regardless of the interest rates of the private loans. Saddle them with debt!

Education, Instructors are graded on how many students pass, how often they come to school, how many drop out. Teaching does not matter, just keep them in school so the school can collect. Evaluations are 1-5, never give employees over a 3. 5 does not exist in reality. It about demotivate. You will be required to buy your own supplies even thou its a for profit very profitable school. If anyone drops out or does not come to school its the instructors fault.

Career Services, Get them a job for 1 day. That satisfies the numbers. Student" I hate my job i am basically the janitor for a clinic" Career Placement " but you were working at a clinic?" Student "yes Career services" great your placed congratulations!"

If you are willing to bend rules and give passing grades to students, just to "push them through and get them out the door," then this place is for you. While there, I always had students begging to be in my class, because according to them, mine were the only classes where they learnt. It probably had something to do with the fact, that I was the only instructor with actual teaching experience at this campus.

Presuming the Assistant Dean of Education and the Lead Instructor (if one or the other or both) are still there, then I would not apply.  Their goal is pushing the students through and maintaining student population numbers. Everyday when the first class started, but before the lesson began, roll was taken and then the Instructor had to call any student absent from class, make a note in the student file and send it to Admissions or the Assistant DOE. If one student was not at home, then cell and/or work number was called--everyday.  Depending on how students were absent, meant taking twenty minutes to an hour away from teaching-giving the lesson. In essence, the student was being robbed of ten minutes to an hour of class time, while the instructor is calling absent students. 

I certainly hope things have changed and that personnel changes have been made, because for the outrageous amount of debt the students are going to have to pay off for a long time, they deserve to have competent, professional instructors; not instructors who are now pals, dishing some information on something.  Instructors are there to teach and guide, not be pals with students as I witnessed far too many times at SCI-Brownsville.

I was very selective when looking for an education organization to join and had high expectations based on my past positive experiences. I wanted to join an organization with a family feel and a growth mentality. It was important the organization I joined be open to promoting from within and have a culture centered around hardwork, student and employee success but be fun and flexible as well. Southern Careers Institute fit the bill for me! I have been here three years now and have seen all of the items on my wish list fulfilled. I would recommend anyone work at SCI. It is not so large of an organization that it forgets who it is but it is growth minded at a managble pace. The people make the organization and I believe SCI has some on the best and you can tell that when you walk in the door at any of the campus locations. Many organizations give lip service to saying they value their employees and students but when COVID-19 hit, SCI really proved it by their actions. Crisis shows the true character of people and organizations and I was blessed to find that the organization I work for doesn't just say they have character but they truly proved it.

Southern Careers Institute has been an incredible place to work and grow professionally. The company truly invests in its employees and creates a positive, supportive, and student-focused environment where everyone works together toward a common goal.

One of the things I appreciate most about SCI is the workplace culture. Leadership encourages collaboration, open communication, and continuous development. Team members are valued, and there are opportunities to learn new skills, take on additional responsibilities, and advance within the organization.

The Director of Financial Aid has been an outstanding mentor and leader. Their guidance, support, and willingness to share knowledge have played a significant role in my professional growth. They consistently challenge team members to reach their full potential while providing the tools, coaching, and encouragement needed to succeed. The leadership within the department genuinely cares about employee development and helping individuals build long-term careers.

SCI is a company that recognizes hard work, promotes from within, and provides opportunities for advancement. I am grateful for the experience, mentorship, and career growth I have received here. I would highly recommend Southern Careers Institute to anyone looking for a rewarding career with a company that truly invests in its people and their success.

My experience so far at SCI has been wonderful. Going on 4 years .In the admissions department yes there are goals that you have to make and or exceed and if you know what you're doing and have done this type of work before it's obvious that numbers are real. And so are enrollments. But the key is you have to be driven every day. You also have to have a passion to help people change their lives. If you don't have the ambition to work hard, and apply your abilities every day, then this is not for you. I wake up everyday excited to see how I am going change somebody's future Today. SCI offers that opportunity to anybody who calls or who walks through those doors. It's the admissions departments responsibility to share exactly what that person will gain and leave with when they graduate. Seeing students in their actual careers applying what they learned is a blessing. Many of my graduates come back to show me what their doing.  Drive up in the 18 wheelers. Many that have walked through the doors have never had that type of support or encouragement. I have witnessed what a team does and that's from the moment they walk in the door, to the day they walked the stage. So if you're thinking of applying make sure that your heart is in it to win it by changing futures. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Admission representative 2 salaries reported	$21.00 per hour
Service coordinator 2 salaries reported	$40,000 per year
Director of admissions 27 salaries reported	$80,185 per year
Administrative assistant 1 salary reported	$44,000 per year
Instructor 1 salary reported	$60,000 per year

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