Chester Career College

Chester Career College is a private for-profit two-year institution located in Chester, Virginia, in a large suburban area. The college enrolls 237 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 29.67 out of 100. Its completion rate is 40% (IPEDS 2023), and its retention rate is 44% (IPEDS 2023).

The college focuses on healthcare workforce training, offering certificate programs in Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Surgical Technology/Technologist, and Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. These programs are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in clinical and pharmacy settings.

Situated in Chesterfield County near Richmond, Chester Career College serves students in the greater Richmond metropolitan area seeking focused, short-term allied health credentials. Its small enrollment reflects a targeted approach to career-specific health sciences training.