Links for students considering a 2-Year College or Training School.

Training School Searches
Career Exploration Subject Guide, Arlington Public Library:  A list of references and links to help you explore what's out there.
 
www.allcareerschools.com: Search over 1,000 career training schools to find the program that's right for you. List includes vocational schools, technical schools, trade schools, career colleges and more. 

www.collegesurfing.com: Research trade programs and request more information.  

Local Training Schools
(including only those accredited by recognized accreditation agencies, as listed in the Department of Education database)
ACT College, Arlington
Programs of study include: Dental Assisting, Medical Assisting, Medical Administrative Specialist, Medical Radiography and Pharmacy Technician. 

Alexandria CET
Universities.com provides a listing for CET, which offers nonprofit employment training programs targeting low-income members of the community. 

Heritage Institute - Falls Church
Offers programs and degrees for a career as an X-Ray Medical Technician™, Medical Assistant, Massage Therapist, Esthetician, Surgical Technologist, Personal Trainer, Pharmacy Technician, or Cosmetologist. 

Northern Virginia Community College
Whether you want to earn credits toward a four-year degree, earn a professional certification or get your degree, NOVA has a ton of options to help launch your career.

Parks College - Arlington
Offers 12 different programs in a variety of fields. 

Springfield Beauty Academy
Trains students in basic cosmetology. 

The Chubb Institute - Arlington
Offers programs in Computer Networking & Security, Graphic Design & Animation, Massage Therapy, Medical Administration, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Surgical Technologist. 

TESST College of Technology - Arlington
Offers training in computers, drafting and graphic design, legal, medical and trade.