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Global Health College, DC Metro Area:
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.

Healthcare / Nursing Programs

Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (A.A.S) / Registered Nurse (RN)
We offer a full-time Associate Degree Nursing program (RN). The goal of this program is to prepare our graduates to sit for the RN NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) which leads to state licensure. Successful candidates would be eligible to apply for RN positions in a variety of settings.

Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate Program
This program prepares students for a successful nursing career to work in clinics and hospital settings. Full-time and part-time study options are available. The full-time program is 12-13 months long and classes are held from 8am-2pm Monday-Thursday.

Practical Nursing I
Practical Nursing I, the first half of the curriculum, involves a total of 484 hours of classroom instruction, including twenty (20) hours of laboratory practicum. In addition, Practical Nursing I includes forty (40) hours of long-term care clinical experience. Classroom instruction includes: Introduction to Nursing; Structure and Function; Fundamental Skills; Nutrition; Pharmacology; Geriatrics; Nursing I.

Practical Nursing II
Practical Nursing II consists of a total of 804 hours - 420 hours of classroom instruction and 384 hours of clinical experience. The student rotates through Medical-Surgical, Maternity, Pediatric, Geriatric, and Psychiatric nursing. The clinical rotations are designed to complement the theory and instruction obtained in the classroom.

Pending Programs

Nurse Aide (CNA) Program
This program prepares students to work in an Assisted Living or Nursing Home environment. This is a 10-week program with 2 sessions per week.

Medical Assistant (MA) Program
The Medical Assistant program prepares students to work in physician’s offices and other healthcare settings. Obtain certification per module as: Phlebotomy Technician, EKG Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Billing and Coding Specialist, Clinical Medical Assistant or all 5 as Medical Assistant (externship requirements needed to satisfy).

For further information on our healthcare / nursing programs, please email us via our Contact Us page.

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Address: 6101 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22304, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2022-12-18 were from:

Takoma Park; Alexandria, Virginia; Maryland; Hyattsville; NEW CARROLLTN; washington DC; and more.

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Fortis College, Richmond
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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.
Nursing & Healthcare Diploma & Degree Programs:

Associate Degree Program:
- Associate Degree in Nursing

Diploma Programs:
- Practical Nursing
- Dental Assistant
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Office Administration
- Pharmacy Technology
- Sterile Processing Technology
- Surgical Technology
Sweet Briar College
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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
Esthetic and Laser Institute, Fairfax County
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Founded in 1992, The Esthetic Institute is an aesthetics and cosmetics training school located in Vienna, Virginia. We offer a range of full and part-time training and certification programs in cosmetology specialties that include Esthetics, Medical Esthetics, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Skin Specialist, Massage Therapist, Makeup Artistry, Permanent Cosmetics, and more.

The Esthetic Institute is a dynamic and successful center of higher education with an international reputation for high quality skills training and placement. We are licensed by the State Council for Higher Education (SCHEV). In addition, The Esthetic Institute has been offering training programs as licensed by the Virginia Board of Cosmetology since 1992.

We offer affordable training for state board licensing in Maryland, DC and Virginia. Our full-time and part-time class scheduling allows the flexibility and the structure you need to complete the necessary hours for your chosen program. In addition we maintain constant contact with prospective employers so that when you are ready, we can help you to get into the industry with an effective resume and interview performance skills.
Cosmetology & Aesthetics Certificate Programs:

- Esthetics (Standard)
- Master Esthetics
- Medical Esthetics
- Laser Hair Removal
- Laser Skin Specialist
- Massage Therapy
- Makeup Artistry
- Permanent Cosmetics
- Waxing Technician
- Nail Technician
- Electrolysis
Virginia School for Nurse Aides, Richmond
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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.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program: 5 weeks
- Medication Aide (Med Tech) Program: 3 weeks
- Personal Care Aide (PCA) Training
- CPR Classes
Roanoke College, Salem
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Located in Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is a private 4-year liberal arts college that offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Business Administration Degree programs. At Roanoke, you may pursue your individual interests by choosing among a wide range of majors, minors, concentrations, and pre-professional programs. Categories include Biology, Chemistry, Education, Business Administration, and more.

At Roanoke, you may pursue your individual interests. College should be a time to develop your interests and hone your skills. That's why we encourage you to customize your studies by combining majors, minors and concentrations. Additional opportunities are available through internships, individual and group research, and capstone projects.

Roanoke College prepares its 2,100 students for their futures through its commitment to providing a true classic college experience. With a focus on learning firsthand and through personal connections, students receive a strong liberal arts foundation that is applied in a unique way to modern and future issues.

Roanoke College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Bachelor Degree Programs

Course categories include:
- Biology
- Business Administration & Economics
- Chemistry
- Education
- English
- Fine Arts
- Foreign Languages
- Health and Human Performance
- History
- Math/Computer Science/Physics
- Public Affairs
- Psychology
- Religion/Philosophy
- Sociology
- Pre-Professional Programs, and more...
Astar Education Institute, Washington DC Metro Area
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• 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
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