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Achieve Your Dreams with a Leading Technical & Healthcare Trade School
Take the first step toward a rewarding career with Centura College. As a leading technical and healthcare trade school, we provide hands-on training and career-focused education to help you reach your goals. Start building the future you deserve today!
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Skilled Trades
Health Science
Combination Welding
Looking to kickstart your welding career? Centura College’s Combination Welding program provides the hands-on training you need to succeed in metal fabrication and repair. This in-depth program prepares you with essential welding techniques, opening doors to a high-demand profession across various industries. Discover the advantages of a welding career, master valuable skills, and unlock exciting job opportunities with us!
- Diploma
- Program length: 8 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 10:30pm
Construction Electrician
Blending practical experience with foundational knowledge, Centura College’s Construction Electrician program is designed to prepare students for diverse entry-level roles, including smart home installer, deck electrician, marine electrician, and commercial electrician. Career opportunities span multiple industries, such as electrical contracting, wiring installation, construction, manufacturing, independent contracting, and government service.
- Diploma
- Program length: 12 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Night courses: between 5:30pm – 11:30pm
HVAC
Centura College’s Newport News campus provides an in-depth Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) diploma program designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in the air-conditioning and refrigeration field. This 12-month program focuses on essential technical skills and offers both day and evening classes to fit various schedules.
- Diploma
- Program length: 12 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Night courses: between 5:30pm – 11:30pm
Professional & Master Esthetician
If you’re passionate about skincare and beauty, a career as an Esthetician could be the perfect path for you. Centura College offers two esthetician programs tailored to different skill levels and career goals. Start with the Professional Esthetician program to build a strong foundation, then advance your expertise by continuing into the Master Esthetician program for more in-depth training.
- Diploma
- Program length: 8 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 1:30pm
- Night courses: between 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Medical Assistant
Whether you prefer a hands-on role working directly with patients or a position focused on office management, administration, and technology, the Medical Assistant program equips you for both. Students gain the necessary clinical and administrative skills to thrive as Medical Assistants in various healthcare environments, including physician offices, hospitals, urgent care centers, and laboratories.
- Diploma
- Program length: 8 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 11:30pm
Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology
Another pathway to consider is the Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology diploma program. This specialized training equips students with the skills needed for entry-level positions in healthcare settings such as physician offices, hospitals, and urgent care centers. The curriculum integrates clinical procedures, administrative tasks, and essential X-ray techniques to provide a well-rounded foundation for success in the medical field.
- Diploma
- Program length: 15 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 11:30pm
Dental Assistant
Get ready for an exciting career in the dental field with Centura College’s comprehensive training. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll take on diverse responsibilities, such as supporting dentists during procedures, handling X-rays, sterilizing instruments, and guiding patients on proper oral hygiene and care.
- Diploma
- Program length: 8 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 11:30pm
Why Centura?
Fast track to your new career
We’re committed to delivering high-quality, career-focused education in skilled trades, business, and healthcare. Our instructors stay connected with industry leaders and businesses to ensure the hands-on training you receive aligns with the skills employers are looking for. It’s our accelerated approach to learning that gets you ready for the workforce faster, giving you the tools and experience to achieve your goals.
Designed to fit into your life and your schedule, our flexible trade school programs make it easier to balance your education with your other commitments.
With a focus on hands-on training and practical job skills, we help you build a strong foundation for success in your chosen field. Whether you’re pursuing a career in skilled trades, healthcare, or business, our goal is to prepare you for a rewarding and in-demand future.
We’ve got your back
Support through every step of your career journey
We know that selecting your education can be an overwhelming task, which is why we are here for you every step of the way. Whether you’re considering community colleges or a technical school, our team is here to guide you through the process. From helpful admissions reps to experienced financial aid officers, Centura College works with you to provide you with all the information you need. Once you are enrolled, our experienced instructors teach you through hands-on methods, while our staff provides you with student services to offer academic support. Upon graduation, our career services department offers job training placement assistance to help you start a rewarding career in your chosen field, preparing you for roles that may require year degrees or specialized skills.
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Where Could You Work?
Graduates from our technical and healthcare trade schools have gone on to work with leading companies in industries like manufacturing, engineering, and technology. Alumni have secured roles in hospitals, clinics, and specialized care facilities. These opportunities highlight the career-focused training and hands-on experience Centura College provides to prepare students for success.
Here are just some of the companies that have hired Centura graduates:
Centura College Chesapeake has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
