Diamond Learning Center

Diamond Learning Center offers private tutoring, college counseling, SAT preparation, a college counseling and SAT course bundle, tutoring bundles, and a summer enrichment camp. It lists one-on-one and small-group sessions, with services available in person and online via Zoom. Private tutoring is listed at a flat $65, and summer enrichment camp is listed at a flat $75.

Programs

• Private Tutoring — $65
• College Counseling
• SAT Preparation
• College Counseling & SAT Course Bundle
• Tutoring Bundles
• Summer Enrichment Camp — $75

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Price range: $65–$75

About the provider

Diamond Learning Center was founded by longtime educator Mike Carney. The center says its team includes experienced tutors, teachers, and counselors, and named staff in the source include Mike Carney, Karina Quevedo, Maricela Toops, Junior Diaz, Nareg Attrukenian, Kimberly Cood, Roberto Argote, and Andrew Creighton. The About page says Mike Carney began his teaching journey in 1988, started the center after fifteen years and thousands of students, and that the center has built lasting relationships with families across Los Angeles and beyond for over two decades. The center says it is focused on personalized learning and provides flexible, affordable tutoring and educational support. It also says students average a 250-point SAT score increase, and Mike Carney is described as a test prep expert with 25 years of experience and multiple awards, including “Teacher of the Year” and a “Founder’s Day” award.

Services are described as flexible and affordable. Bundles of five or more hours of virtual or in-person sessions are offered. The source mentions unlimited-hours class access for SAT prep and unlimited access for college counseling. Summer enrichment camp is listed as a service.

What families say

“I recommend Mike Carney’s instruction. My daughter was really struggling, and the upbeat, positive learning environment at Diamond Learning Center really helped my girl get stronger and prepare for her tests.” — Kelley P.

“Diamond Learning Center helped my daughter score high on her college entrance exam, higher than we ever thought she would. They are so nice and helpful here. We’ll be back when she needs tutoring with math!” — Holly V.

“Mr. Carney is one of the most caring and fun teachers I have ever had. He has the ability to make any topic enjoyable. Mr. Carney wants all of his students to succeed and greatly helps us through the journey of applying to college. I have learned so much in this class and am extremely glad I chose Mr. Carney to help me succeed on the SAT and be my college counselor.” — Kyle B.

Last updated October 3, 2026.