Everyone needs to take care of their health, at all ages and stages of life. Careers in healthcare are as diverse as the people who need care. Whether you want to work on the front lines in an emergency, treat patients in a specialized clinical setting, help people stay well physically and mentally, or work behind the scenes in an administrative role, you can find a healthcare profession that matches your personality, interests, work-style, and goals.

There are dozens of healthcare program options available at Chesapeake College:

  • Save lives and provide urgent care as an emergency medical technician or paramedic.
  • Guide people on a path to wellness in fitness or behavioral health.
  • Work face-to-face with patients as a registered nurse, clinical nursing assistant or geriatric nursing assistant.
  • Pursue a specialized healthcare career in areas such as radiology, pharmacy, surgical, or dental professions.
  • Support clinical professionals by training to manage a medical office or healthcare assistant.

Why Choose Chesapeake College for Healthcare?

Use state-of-the-art simulation technology and tools to gain hands-on experience treating patients in a life-like, real-world environment where it is safe to make mistakes and learn.

Start working fast with short-term training programs that allow you to qualify for entry-level jobs in healthcare, while you continue to work towards your ultimate goal.

Build relationships with healthcare providers and employers in your local community. Chesapeake College partners with local healthcare providers for clinical experiences, internships, and other opportunities.

There is always room to grow and expand your credentials and expertise! Once you enter the healthcare profession, you can continue to turn to Chesapeake College as you take the next step, and the step after that, in your career.

CAREER OUTLOOK

Health Professions Programs

  • EMS student practicing on medical mannequins.

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    Emergency Medical Services A.A.S. Degree

    Hybrid

  • EMS student practicing on phlebotomy mannequins.

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    Emergency Medical Services Certificate

    Hybrid

  • students use eyedroppers to complete an activity in a lab class

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    General College Studies A.A. Degree – Area of Emphasis in Allied Health

    Face-to-Face

  • Exercise Science student examines arm of athlete on Women's basketball team.

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    Health, Fitness, and Exercise Science A.A. Degree – Exercise Science Area of Concentration

    Face-to-Face

  • Two students wearing goggles are working in a chemistry lab.

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    Health Sciences Certificate

    Face-to-Face

  • a female student takes written notes from what she sees on her computer screen

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    Human Services A.A.S Degree – Behavioral Health Area of Concentration

    Online

  • A young woman holding a pen works on an assignment.

    credit

    Human Services – Addiction Counseling Certificate

    Online

  • sleeping man while having a massage

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    Massage Therapy

    Face-to-Face

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    Nuclear Medicine Technology

    Face-to-Face

  • A new nursing graduate smiles during an interview.

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    Nursing: Registered Nurse A.S. Degree

    Face-to-Face

  • a person standing at a padded table adjusts the position of the feet of a person lying on the table

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    Physical Therapist Assistant A.A.S. Degree

    Face-to-Face

  • A vet tech checks the teeth of a horse.

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    Pre-Veterinary Technology Certificate

    Face-to-Face

  • credit

    Public Health

    Face-to-Face

  • Radiology students set equipment to X-ray a student's hand.

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    Radiologic Sciences A.A.S. Degree

    Face-to-Face

  • doctor gives patient a nebulizer breathing treatment

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    Respiratory Therapy

    Face-to-Face

  • Surgical tech. students undergo a surgical simulation.

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    Surgical Technology A.A.S. Degree

    Face-to-Face

  • Health professionals smiling

    noncredit

    Case Manager-Delegating Nurse

    Face-to-Face

  • Health Profession students gathering supplies

    noncredit

    Certified Medication Technician for Assisted Living (CMT)

    Face-to-Face

  • noncredit

    Certified Medicine Aide

    Face-to-Face

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) graduate with diploma, giving a piggyback ride to her toddler

    noncredit

    Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

    Face-to-Face

  • Health Profession student at graduation looking over shoulder with joy

    noncredit

    Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA)

    Face-to-Face

  • Dental Assistant graduate receives certificate and flower.

    noncredit

    Dental Assistant

    Face-to-Face

  • EMS students and instructor conducting a simulation.

    noncredit

    Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

    Face-to-Face,  Online

  • Personal Trainer standing between two treadmills

    noncredit

    Personal Fitness Trainer

    Face-to-Face and Online Optio

“Chesapeake’s nursing program prepared me for a rewarding second career. The knowledge I gained and support I received from the faculty allowed me to enter my dream field.”

Mark Dignen

Graduate and RN

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