Contact allied health schools in Virginia: PCA training in Fredericksburg VA, personal care aide certification program in DC area. Medical career training in Stafford County, Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area, near Richmond VA with evening & weekend classes.
Cardinal Institute for Health Careers: Situated in north-east Fredericksburg VA, located in Stafford County at Route 17 and I-95 South, Cardinal Institute for Health Careers provides a beginner level Personal Care Aide (PCA) Certificate course for students interested in a career in the healthcare industry.
The Personal Care Aide (PCA) program has been approved by the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) and successful graduates may be employed at Home Health and Home Care agencies that provide care to Medicaid recipients.
Our Mission: To prepare competent upcoming home health care professionals who will improve the health and quality of life for individuals in need within the community.
Our Vision: As a regionally recognized Center of Excellence, promoting superior, comprehensive healthcare education and training to members of the community with an unequaled dedication to the students’ achievement and success.
Personal Care Aide (PCA) Certificate Program:
- Duration: One week / 5 days
- Course hours: 40
- Level: Beginner
- Day, Evening & Weekend study options available
Graduates will be able to be employed by local Home Care and Home Health agencies.
Student Testimonials: “I’m a hands on learner but also remember a lot by things constantly being reiterated and reviewed. I enjoyed this course, both Carol and Linda are awesome.”
“The aspects of the course of skills and hands on contributed the most of my learning,”
“I liked and learned a lot from the on hands training about blood pressures, pulses, respirations. I’ve been a caregiver for years though. I am so happy I took the course, I learned so much more.”
Conveniently situated in Richmond VA, Virginia School for Nurse Aides (VSNA) provides quality health care programs, including Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Personal Care Aide (PCA), Medication Aide, and CPR training. Day and night classes are available for your convenience.
Accredited by the Virginia Board of Nursing, NACES, and the American Red Cross, we specialize in CNA training. On successful completion of the CNA program, our graduates can take their State Board exams at our school. We have a high pass rate on state boards.
At VSNA, we offer a hands-on approach to clinical training, which includes an internship at an assisted living facility. Here you can use the skills and knowledge you have learned to provide medication administration and direct patient care to residents.
We keep our class sizes small to ensure that all of our students get the individual attention and instruction they need. More one-on-one attention from our experienced instructors means that you are able to understand and retain the information easier, which helps you to become a successful and confident CNA.
The atmosphere at VSNA is very student oriented; our students have flexibility with payments and control in their scheduling.
Conveniently situated in Richmond VA, Professional Career Institute (PCI) provides Allied Healthcare courses, including Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Personal Care Aide, Pharmacy Technician, and Medication Aide Technician.
At Professional Career Institute, we encourage our students to excel in all studies. We have a very high passing rate with all State boards when our students test with them.
We offer convenient payment plans to students who need that option; as well as offer day and evening courses to accommodate your schedule.
We assist students in excelling in their studies while being a student at Professional Career Institute as well as assisting with job placement assistance.
All programs can be completed within two to six weeks, and upon completion, you will receive a certificate from us.
Professional Career Institute is accredited by the respective governing bodies for each class we offer.
Astar Education Institute, Washington DC Metro Area
Courses / Programs
• Located in Manassas VA, in the Washington DC Metro Area, Astar Education Institute provides three allied health / vocational training programs for American and international students.
• Astar's Vocational Programs give students the training they need to enter a new healthcare career and forge a path to success.
• We provide a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program, and a Personal Care Aide (PCA) course.
• We are committed to providing students with the skills and opportunities they need to have a bright future in the career of their choice.
• We also ensure that students are successful and have a positive educational or employment experience whether you are a local or an international student.
Tidewater Community College, Division of Health Professions
Courses / Programs
Located on our Virginia Beach campus in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area in south-east Virginia, Tidewater Community College's Division of Health Professions provides a range of Certificate & Associate Degree programs in healthcare fields such as Registered Nursing, Medical Assistant, Respiratory Therapist, and more.
Tidewater Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer Associate Degree programs.
Tidewater Community College is one of the nation's largest community colleges, and provides collegiate education and training to adults of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their individual goals and contribute as citizens and workers to the vitality of an increasingly global community.
We provide a comprehensive range of healthcare programs recognized for excellence by leaders of business, industry, and government, and by educators in education, including four-year colleges and universities. Our Division of Health Professions provides open access to high-quality, affordable education to prepare students for entry or advancement in the workforce.
Located 17 miles west of Washington D.C. in Reston VA, Yoova is a career training school that provides affordable, quality career training programs and services for a better job, better life and a better future. Our career-specific Certification programs include Office Administration, Web Design, Accounting, and Sales options.
Yoova is devoted to helping young talents in high school, high school graduates, high school drop outs and young adults who are struggling to get education, develop academically and career wise with an emphasis on preparing students to lead fulfilling and productive lives. We work with local companies while you are being trained for an internship and job opportunities.
We recognize that four year college is not made for everyone. We provide an alternate method of education where you can get professional and vocational skills which are marketable and will get you going as soon as possible.
Located in Richmond, VA, Fortis College provides quality post-secondary healthcare career education to a diverse student population. We offer a variety of degree and diploma programs in healthcare and nursing fields that include Medical Assistant, Massage Therapy, Practical Nursing, Medical Office Administration, and more.
With an education from Fortis College Richmond you can gain the necessary training you need to gain essential problem-solving abilities, in addition to the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in existing and emerging career opportunities.
It is the mission of Fortis College to provide a learning environment that encourages its students to realize their full potential. Fortis College remains committed to providing quality education and contributing to the prosperity of the Richmond community.
Fortis College - Richmond is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools and is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.