The state of Virginia offers its own online college in the field of allied health training. Open to prospective students nationwide, ACT College consists of four diploma programs and three degree programs. A diploma in medical assisting leads to a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This diploma program provides both day (40 weeks in length) and evening (58 weeks in length) sessions, which both require a completion of 180 credit hours. Further coursework completed in a seven month time period aids health care and nursing professionals in licensure as practical nurses.
ACT College
1400 Key Blvd., Suite 100
Arlington, VA 22209
703-527-6660
actcollege.edu
Chamberlain offers health care educational programs for the distance learning and online communities. This college is originally located in Illinois, but offers various online degrees in the field of nursing. The school's online degree levels range from an associate's, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Science in Nursing. Chamberlain College's Bachelor of Science program provides an online fast track option of 129 credit hours for individuals who already serve as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
Chamberlain College of Nursing National Management Offices
3005 Highland Pkwy.
Downers Grove, IL 60515
888-556-8226
chamberlain.edu
The School of Health Sciences for Kaplan University provides programs and certificates in nursing, health administration and public health. Nursing assistants become certified through these types of program by obtaining an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting. Advanced-start baccalaureate and bachelor's degree programs provide the 36-credit-hour coursework required for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) examination. Kaplan University’s School of Health Sciences includes four Associate degree programs, five programs for advanced-start Bachelor of Science degrees, six Bachelor of Science degree programs, and two master's degree programs.
Kaplan University
550 West Van Buren St., Floor 7
Chicago, IL 60607
886-822-7747
kaplan.edu
The College of Nursing with the University of Phoenix offers certification in nursing health care for students seeking professional positions as Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Coursework requires the completion of four courses prior to certification testing. CNAs may continue their education through the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) examination, which is also part of the University of Phoenix's online coursework.
University of Phoenix Central Administration
4615 E.Elwood St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu
Obtaining an Associate Degree in Nursing from National College has benefits for both Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). This online degree program provides hands-on instruction within the medical profession and requires only a total of 36 credit hours of completed coursework for certification. An Associate Degree in Nursing from National College also provides admittance into National College's fast track program for licensure as a practical nurse, which consists of 120 credit hours of directed practicum work.
National College
888-956-2732
ncbt.edu