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Chester Career College
Chester, Virginia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 751 West Hundred Road, Chester, VA 23836 · Phone: (804) 751-9191 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Chester Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Chester, Virginia offering CNA classes, phlebotomy classes, and massage therapy training, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Chester Career College has a 63.0% completion rate, above Virginia's 57.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $19,879 and median earnings of $32,650 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Chester Career College is $29,745, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 54.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $31,560 | $43,200 | $46,930 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,340 | $49,900 |
| Massage therapists | $38,070 | $62,220 | $93,600 |
| Medical assistants | $37,090 | $44,740 | $46,570 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,980 | $67,580 | $84,100 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,260 | $44,610 | $49,150 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 27 | $39,460 | $43,798 | $19,917 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $34,847 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $23,026 | $20,824 | $18,752 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Chester Career College is a private for-profit trade school located in Chester, Virginia, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. Its top programs by completions are CNA classes, phlebotomy classes, and massage therapy schools, with six program families total including medical assistant, surgical tech, and pharmacy tech training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.0%, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $19,879, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $32,650. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,745, and 54.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, focused certificate-style training in healthcare-adjacent fields rather than a multi-year associate degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Chester Career College offers six program families, with the most completions in CNA classes, phlebotomy classes, and massage therapy schools. It also offers medical assistant, surgical tech, and pharmacy tech programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Chester Career College is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student aid, so eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 63.0%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $19,879, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,650, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed cost of attendance is $29,745 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Chester Career College is a private for-profit school, which can mean different cost structures and aid eligibility rules than public or non-profit institutions; verify tuition and aid terms directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (804) 751-9191 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437769.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers healthcare-related certificate-style programs like CNA, phlebotomy, and massage therapy, which are common entry points for career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Chester Career College at (804) 751-9191 or through its website, https://chestercareercollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported in federal data for this campus; compare completion, debt, and earnings figures for nearby schools using the College Scorecard link above.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.