Chester Career College
Chester Career College is a Private, 2-4 years school located in CHESTER, VA. It offers 8 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (9/21/1999 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Chester Career College is Surgical Technology/Technologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $36,500. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Surgical Technology/Technologist programs ($28,401). The length of the program is 76 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 20 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Chester Career College.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surgical Technology/Technologist | $36,500 | - | 76 Hours | 20 Months | $28,401 |
| 2 | Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | $11,605 | - | 25 Hours | 10 Months | $3,862 |
| 3 | Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (other) | $31,895 | - | 62 Hours | 18 Months | $12,629 |
| 4 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $12,115 | - | 750 Hours | 10 Months | $12,154 |
| 5 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $15,890 | - | 36 Hours | 10 Months | $14,974 |
| 6 | Sterile Processing Technology/Technician | $28,220 | - | 66 Hours | 18 Months | $14,770 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 140 students attended Chester Career College in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 2 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 18 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 17 (full-time) and 20 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Chester Career College is 55% and the retention rate is 71% at the school.
| Student Population | 140 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 55% |
| Number of Faculty | 20 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Chester Career College is $36,500
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
56% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,971 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $36,500 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $27,020 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $24,940 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,971 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Chester Career College offers 4 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 47 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 47 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Chester Career College are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 47 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 30 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 12 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 5 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 30 completers |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 30 |
| Total | 30 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 12 completers |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | ✕ | 10 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 12 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 5 |
| Total | 5 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 140 students have enrolled into Chester Career College. By gender, 10 male and 130 female students are attending the school.
There are 21 White (15.00%), 110 Black/African American (78.57%), 8 Hispanic (5.71%), 1 Asian (0.71%), and 8 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 140 | 10 | 130 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 110 | 9 | 101 |
| Hispanic | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 21 | 1 | 20 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 751 WEST HUNDRED ROAD, CHESTER, VA
- 804-751-9191
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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