Riverside School of Health Careers, located in Newport News, Virginia, offers students opportunities to enter one of several health care fields through their in depth programs. The school provides students with the education and skills necessary to competently perform duties for entry level positions. RS of Health Careers offers an excellent curriculum and modern facilities in order to obtain classroom and practical educations.
Academics
Riverside School of Health Careers offers a small number of programs. These programs prepare individuals for careers in the health care field. Graduates of these programs tend to have high state licensure and certification rates, some programs reaching as high as 100%. Additionally, students can complete general education requirements and receive an associate of arts and science degree through an agreement with the nearby Eastern Shore Community College.
Programs offered at RSHC:
- Professional Nurse
- Practical Nurse
- LPN to RN Fast- Track Articulation
- Radiologic Technology
- Surgical Technology
- Physical Therapist Assistant
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in applying to Riverside School of Health Careers should contact the school for an application and more information. Financial aid is available for eligible students. For more information regarding financial aid programs available, interested students should visit the school website's financial aid page.
Programs Offered
The following is a list of programs offered at Riverside School of Health Careers. Acutal programs offered may be different than the list of programs below.. For a comprehensive list of programs available please visit the school's website or call the school at (757) 240-2200.
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Nursing (74 Hours)
The nursing program offered commonly takes about twenty months to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $30,000*
- Cost of required supplies and books: $1,450*
- Last year, more than 50 students completed this program
- Students complete this program in usually 20 months
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Radiologic Technology (68 Hours)
The radiologic technology program offered commonly takes about seventeen months to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $25,000*
- Cost of required books or supplies: $1,580*
- Based on published reports, around 20 students completed the radiologic technology program last year
- Takes about 17 months to complete
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants (48 Hours)
The practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants program takes about ten months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $16,000*
- Cost of required supplies and books: $600*
- Students complete this program in usually 10 months
Physical Therapist Assistant (65 Hours)
The physical therapist assistant program offered commonly takes about seventeen months to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $29,000*
- Cost of required supplies and books: $1,550*
- Based on published reports, around 20 students completed the physical therapist assistant program last year
- Students complete this program in usually 17 months
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Surgical Technologist (65 Hours)
The surgical technologist program takes about seventeen months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $20,000*
- Cost of required supplies and books: $840*
- Students complete this program in usually 17 months
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Medical Executive Assistant (44 Hours)
The medical executive assistant program offered commonly takes about ten months to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $15,000*
- The estimated cost of books or supplies required is $950*
- The length of the medical executive assistant program is about 10 months
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Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimated to provide a comparative context. For more detailed information individuals are asked to contact the school.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 88% | $3,274 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 88% | $4,748 |
Other Healthcare or Nursing Schools
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Riverside School of Health Careers.
- Sentara College of Health Sciences in Chesapeake, VA (21 miles away)
- Southside Regional Medical Center Professional Schools in Colonial Heights, VA (53 miles away)
- Henrico County - Saint Marys Hospital School of Practical Nursing in Henrico, VA (59 miles away)
- Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital School of Medical Imaging in Richmond, VA (68 miles away)
- Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing in Richmond, VA (68 miles away)