Diva Training Institute
Diva Training Institute Inc.

Our Mission & Story

We exist to empower every student with the skills, confidence, and certification to build a lasting career in healthcare.

Our CNA class at Buena Vida Nursing Home in Brooklyn
Our CNA class at Buena Vida Nursing Home in Brooklyn
Our Mission

Empowering Students
to Succeed

Our mission is to provide a positive learning atmosphere, career readiness, and workforce development that empowers every student to succeed in life.

We promote excellence in academic, career, and clinical studies — preparing students to enter and remain competitive in a global healthcare workforce.

Our Vision
"Educating today's students to succeed, and land amongst the stars in today and tomorrow's world."

— Diva Training Institute Inc.

What We Stand For

Our Core Goals

High-Quality Education

We deliver the most relevant, up-to-date Allied Health curriculum available.

Supportive Environment

A positive, safe space where every student feels valued and motivated to grow.

Effective Communication

We build students' confidence to communicate clearly in clinical and professional settings.

Philosophy & Objectives

How We Deliver

Diva Training Institute is an adult trade career school focused on high clinical skills, high-wage, and high-demand Allied Health programs designed to meet the needs of the communities we serve. Our faculty and staff are committed to:

Educating students with the most relevant courses and practical methods available in Allied Health.

Maintaining highly professional, experienced staff devoted to the personal and professional growth of every student.

Maintaining a close relationship with the professional community to develop curriculum that best meets students' needs.

Integrating academics and clinical training with critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Meet Our President

Omowumi Susan Awe-Odigie, DNP, MSN, RN

Omowumi Susan Awe-Odigie
Omowumi Susan Awe-Odigie
President & Clinical Director
DNP MSN BSN RN PCE
Breast Cancer Survivor · Jan 21, 2020
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Omowumi Susan Awe-Odigie is a licensed Registered Nurse with advanced credentials including a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). With decades of clinical and healthcare leadership experience, she is the driving force behind Diva Training Institute Inc. and its sister organization, Diva Multicare Services Inc., a licensed home health agency.

Susan's career spans roles as a nurse instructor, clinical director, homecare consultant, and corporate trainer. She has worked with leading healthcare institutions and is dedicated to developing the next generation of Allied Health professionals through accessible, high-quality training programs.

A proud breast cancer survivor since January 2020, Susan channels her personal journey into her mission — proving that resilience, faith, and a positive attitude can overcome any challenge. Her courage inspired her to author a memoir sharing her story with the world.

Beating Breast Cancer with an Attitude book cover
Published Memoir · Covenant Books, 2023
Beating Breast Cancer with an Attitude
"Not all cancer comes to kill but to clear our path." — Susan's personal story of surviving breast cancer with courage, faith, and an unbreakable spirit.
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Our People

Meet the Team

Tasmia Ahmed
Co-Director
Oversees daily school operations, student enrollment, and academic compliance. Ensures the program meets all NYS licensing standards and serves as the primary point of contact for students and staff.
Venessa Odigie
Director
Manages administrative operations, student records, and institutional communications. Supports faculty coordination and assists in implementing school policies and program improvements.
Manisha Singh
Marketer
Leads outreach and enrollment marketing efforts. Develops campaigns to connect prospective students with the CNA program, manages social media presence, and builds community partnerships to grow awareness of Diva Training Institute.
Tara Dietzman
Agency Supervisor
Oversees clinical placement coordination and agency relationships. Ensures students meet externship requirements and maintains strong partnerships with healthcare facilities and employers in the community.
Giash Ahmed
Giash Ahmed
School Partner
Provides strategic support and institutional guidance as a key school partner. Contributes to long-term planning, financial oversight, and the overall growth and sustainability of Diva Training Institute.
Our Faculty

Meet Our Nurse Instructors

Donna Bandiola
Donna Bandiola
CNA Nurse Instructor
Leads hands-on CNA classroom and clinical training, guiding students through essential nursing assistant skills including patient care, vital signs, mobility assistance, and infection control. Dedicated to preparing every student to pass the NYS CNA competency exam with confidence.
Melissa Morisset
CNA Nurse Instructor
Brings clinical expertise and a compassionate teaching style to the CNA program, supporting students in mastering both the technical and interpersonal skills needed to provide outstanding patient care in real-world healthcare settings.
Licensing & Approval

BPSS Approved School

NYS Education Department - BPSS Licensed Private Career School

Diva Training Institute Inc. is a BPSS Approved School.

We are licensed as a Private Career School by the Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (BPSS), part of the New York State Education Department (NYSED). BPSS licenses and monitors private career schools across New York State to ensure high educational quality, consumer protection, and that graduates are prepared for meaningful employment.

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