The Capital Health Institute (CHI) provides unskilled workers the opportunity to gain an education in health care. Skills learned through classroom instruction and clinical practice allow students access to entry-level employment. CHI provides students with the education and resources necessary for a successful career in health care.
CHI is certified by the DC Educational Licensure Commission, the DC Board of Nursing and the DC Department Health Regulation Administration. Matriculating students must be 18 or older, and admission requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification and passage of a standardized entrance exam.
Capital Health Institute
7826 Eastern Avenue, Suite 515
Washington, DC 20012
202-722-8830
capitalhealthinstitute.com
The Comprehensive Health Academy School of Practice Nursing offers a practical nursing program that incorporates LPN course work and practicals. The practical nursing program curriculum includes basic science for nursing, fundamentals, pharmacology, surgical nursing, pediatrics, mental health and gerontology courses. Clinical instruction takes place at hospitals around the DC area, including sites in Maryland and Virginia. The school also offers a nurse aide training program, which provides the skills and knowledge necessary to work under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Licensed by the DC Education Licensure Commission and approved by the DC Board of Nursing, the Comprehensive Health Academy School of Practice Nursing provides graduating nurses with assistance programs for obtaining jobs in the DC area. The school's dedicated philosophy of nursing, environment and health ensures a well-rounded background to succeed in the health-care industry.
Admission requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the passing of a comprehensive skills test.
Comprehensive Health Academy School of Practice Nursing
1106 Bladensburg Road Northeast
Washington, DC 20002
202-388-5500
comprehensiveacademy.com/index.html
Radians College is the educational arm of Health Management Inc. Its 66-week LPN course covers 1,608 hours of clinical and classroom work. This intensive program ensures students are prepared for the daily rigors of working in the health-care field. Radians College, because of its association with Health Management Inc., affords students the networking opportunities and resources to secure employment immediately after graduation. The college also offers a registered nursing program.
Admission to Radians College requires a high school diploma or equivalent, pre-admission test, two references, drug screen, health insurance, required immunizations, CPR certification and a background check.
Radians College
1025 Vermont Avenue Northwest, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20005
202-291-9020
radianscollege.com
VMT Academy of Practical Nursing is a part of VMT's wide array of health services, including home care and nursing facilities. Because of its duel role as health-care educator and provider, VMT allows students greater access to the practical world of nursing. The school's comprehensive LPN program includes classroom and clinical courses. It also offers programs in massage therapy, pharmacy technician, nursing assistant and home health aid.
Admissions to VMT include a high school diploma or equivalent, and applicants must fill out an application packet available through the school's website. VMT is approved by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing Department of Health.
VMT Academy of Practical Nursing
4201 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Suite 301
Washington, DC 20008
202-282-3010
vmtltc.com/ec