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Professional Career Institute, Richmond Campus:
Conveniently situated in Richmond VA, Professional Career Institute (PCI) provides allied health care certificate courses, including Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Personal Care Aide, Pharmacy Technician, and Medication Aide Technician. We also offer a C.N.A. Refresher course. We assist students in excelling in their studies, as well as offering job placement assistance after graduation.

Why Choose Professional Career Institute?

- We offer convenient payment plants to students who need that option; as well as offer day and evening courses to accommodate your schedule.

- We offer job placement assistance.

- Professional Career Institute is accredited by the respective governing bodies for each class we offer. We are governed by all State Boards to hold our programs such as; Virginia Board of Nursing, Virginia Board of Pharmacy and DMAS.

- All courses can be completed in as little as 2-6 weeks, allowing you to begin working in your field of study in a timely manner.

- Our facility is here to assist our students with any questions or concerns you may have regarding our campus and courses offered.  We even offer Job Placement Assistance after graduation.

Medical / Healthcare Career Training:

- Certified Nurse Aide (6 weeks) $1250.00
- Personal Care Aide (2 weeks) $450.00
- Medication Aide Technician (2 weeks) $650.00
- Pharmacy Technician (2 weeks) $1250.00
- C.N.A. Refresher $200.00
- CPR/FIRST AID training $85.00

*Tuition covers textbook and training materials for your program.

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Address: 9200 Arboretum Parkway, Richmond, Virginia 23236, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2026-04-15 were from:

Richmond va; Mechaniscville; Richmond, Virginia; Henrico, Virginia; South chesterfield; Henrico; Petersburg; and more.
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Dominion Health Education Center
Courses / Programs
Situated less than ten miles east of Richmond in ​Henrico VA, Dominion Health Education Center provides a range of allied health training programs.

We are committed to providing quality education to prepare students for success in the healthcare field.

Through our certified courses, we train and develop professional nurse aides and medication aides committed to providing nursing care within the Virginia Board of Nursing guidelines with compassion and respect for patients.

We also offer Caregiver Basic Training, great for those desiring to become a Companion. It's also a great class for those who are now faced with taking care of a loved one and desire caregiver basic training.

​CPR/ AED/ First Aid classes are offered through our American Red Cross certified instructors. We offer courses for the lay person, as well as, the healthcare provider (BLS and CPR-Pro).
Allied Health Career Training Programs:

- Basic Caregiver Training

- Personal Care Aide ( PCA)

- Nurse Aide (CNA)

- Medcation Aide (Med Tech)

- CPR/ AED/ First Aid

​Our certificate programs are the approved curricula of the Virginia Department of Social Services, and the Department of Medical Assistance (DMAS).
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.
Vocational Training / Allied Healthcare Programs:
- For U.S. and international students

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program:
• Duration: 4 weeks
• Combination of theory & clinical practice

Personal Care Aide (PCA) Training Program:
• Duration: 1 week
• Includes guaranteed job placement

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Training Program:
• Duration: 3 weeks

CPR Certification Course:
• Duration: 3-5 hours
Cardinal Institute for Health Careers
Courses / Programs
Cardinal Institute for Health Careers is an allied health training center in Stafford County VA, just 5 minutes from Downtown Fredericksburg at Route 17 and I-95 South.

We provide an entry-level Personal Care Aide (PCA) Certificate course for students who are interested in beginning a career in the healthcare industry.
Personal Care Aide (PCA) Certificate Program:

- Duration: One week / 5 days
- Course hours: 40
- Day, Evening & Weekend study options available
- Level: Beginner

Graduates will be able to be employed by local Home Care and Home Health agencies
Sweet Briar College
Courses / Programs
Situated 12 miles north of Lynchburg, Virginia, Sweet Briar College is a liberal arts and sciences college primarily for women that offers a range of Certificate, Pre-Professional, Bachelor Degree & Masters Degree programs. Academic fields of study include Business, Environmental Science, Fine Arts, Mathematics, and more. Sweet Briar provides women with an enduring education that includes broad-based skill development and relevant professional experience. The extensive scope of their learning leads our graduates to successful careers both within, and outside, of their major.

Since our founding in 1901, Sweet Briar has specialized in educating women. It’s an approach that brings personal relevance to every discipline studied here, and opens up insights and understanding between students and faculty that might not be explored in a co-educational environment.

Our single-gender tradition also extends leadership opportunities to every student who seeks them out, and cultivates connection, confidence and community, from first-year, day one, through graduation, reunion and beyond.
Bachelor Degree Programs:
- Business
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Fine Arts
- History of Art
- Liberal Studies
- Mathematics
- Music, and more..

Pre-Professional Programs:
- Pre-Law
- Pre-Medicine
- Pre-Veterinary

Masters Degree Programs:
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Master of Education
Yoova Career Training, Reston
Courses / Programs
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.
Career-Based Certified Training:
- Office Administration
- Sales
- Web Design
- Book Keeping & Accounting

Features include:
- Recognized industry certification
- Internship and placement assistance
- Experienced instructors
Global Health College, DC Metro Area
Courses / Programs
Conveniently located in the heart of Alexandria, Virginia, Global Health College is a nursing institution providing quality nursing education to the Northern Virginia, DC metro area.

Formerly named Global Health Nurse Training Services (GHNTS), Global Health College offers various nursing programs including Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (A.A.S) / Registered Nurse (RN), Practical Nursing (PN), and Nurse Aide (CNA) programs.

Our mission is to train healthcare providers who are able to function effectively within the changing healthcare system, by providing a high quality of care as critical thinkers and life-long learners. Our philosophy addresses the fundamental concepts of nursing, including client–care, environment, health and nursing practices.

The school is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing and certified by the State Council of Higher Education of Virginia (SCHEV). The practical nursing program is accredited by the National League of Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC).

Global Health College is located at 6101 Stevenson Avenue in Alexandria, easily accessible to I-395 and VA-401.
- Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (A.A.S) / Registered Nurse (RN)
- Practical Nursing (LPN) - Full-time (12 months - Monday to Thursday) and part-time (24 months - weekends) study options are available.
- Nurse Aide (CNA) - 10-week program
- Medical Assistant (MA)