Manny St. James

Dr. Manny St. James is the heart and soul of Hope of St. James Medical Coding School. With over two decades of experience, Dr. St. James has been on a mission to help students achieve their dreams of becoming Certified Coding Specialists. His passion for teaching is palpable, and his dedication to each student's success is unwavering. Dr. St. James has a unique gift for making every student feel like a cherished member of the family, creating a warm and welcoming learning environment.

In 1998, Dr. St. James, along with his wife, Hope Santiago, founded the Hope of St. James Medical Coding School. Their journey began as a solution to Dr. St. James' extensive daily commute to hospitals in Lake Elsinore and Culver City, which kept him away from his family for hours each day. This dedicated couple's vision was to create an institution where students could receive top-tier education while feeling the warmth of a close-knit community.

Starting in their own garage in Diamond Bar, California, with just one student, Dr. St. James and Miss Hope embarked on their educational journey. Dr. St. James continued working at the hospital until the school grew to a point where it required his full-time commitment. By 2000, they proudly opened their first official location in Covina, California. Over the next 18 years, Hope of St. James Medical Coding School expanded to serve students across five different locations: Covina, Cerritos, Corona, Glendale, and Tustin. The legacy of Dr. St. James and Miss Hope is a testament to their dedication to education and the sense of family they've nurtured within the Hope of St. James community.