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One Size Doesn’t Fit All... For Today’s High School Graduates, Options Abound First grade through twelfth? Simple. Someone directs you to the correct school, tells you what time to show up each morning, points you to your assigned classroom, and for the most part determines the subjects you’ll study. Once you graduate from high school, the choices are all yours – and there are more today than ever before. Even the path to college is no longer a straightforward one. When Elissa Sanford graduated from Chesapeake’s Hickory High School with a laudable 4.5 GPA, she weighed several opportunities, including the obvious – attending a prestigious four-year university.
Her final decision? Enrolling at Tidewater Community College. “I chose TCC mostly because it was a financially sound option,” explains Sanford. “Most high school students don’t have a fully developed career plan. I knew I liked science classes, but I didn’t have a career goal set yet. I thought it would be more cost effective to go to TCC while I was trying to figure it out.” Sanford graduated from TCC, transitioned seamlessly to Old Dominion University and earned her bachelor’s degree in biology with a pre-med concentration. She’ll start medical school or law school next fall. “Either way, I’m well
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prepared,” she says. Every fall, Mike Summers, interim vice president for student affairs and provost at TCC’s Virginia Beach Campus, welcomes a large number of students like Sanford who opt to use community college as a stepping stone to a four-year university. “Of late, with rising tuition costs, it’s become an affordable choice for parents,” Summers notes. “We’re fortunate in Virginia that we have guaranteed transfer agreements will all our public institutions. If a student knows where they want to end up and what they want to study, we can match the courses and transfer them to that institution as a junior. Those options didn’t used to exist.” For students who maintain targeted GPAs, it’s a great way to land an automatic admission to the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, William and Mary, ODU or another public university in the state – and save money in the process. Community colleges are also graduating students who head directly into successful careers backed by an associate’s degree or certification, says Summers. Physical therapist assistants earn a median $54,410, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, while web developers earn a median $64,970 and electronics technicians earn a median $61,130 – all with two-year degrees. Students in certification programs are able to enter the workforce even more quickly. “We get new high school graduates who are looking for a skillset or credential that will enable them to gain employment, so we have programs in everything from welding to cybersecurity that will qualify them for immediate entrance
into the workforce,” says Corey McCray, vice president for TCC’s Center for Workplace Solutions. If students want to continue their education, the credentials they earn are stackable. “So they’re no longer in a position where they have to choose between work or college,” says McCray. “They can earn that
thought I’d go to college,” he says. “In high school I took classes in everything from computer programming to small engines to how to bake a cake, so I didn’t have a clue what I wanted to do.” When he visited TCC to look over available programs, mechatronics sounded like a good fit. His decision has already paid off – Chattin was
“My advice for parents is to start early and start broad,” says Mary-Linda Cruey, a guidance director at Nansemond River High School. “You want to get your kids involved in things they find fun and interesting.” entry-level certification, start working, then earn additional credentials that stack into an associate’s degree program.” Those additional courses are often paid for by employers. “We see it all the time,” says McCray. “Students earn their initial certification, begin a job, then return to us to work toward their associate’s degree with tuition assistance.” “If the student wants to go on from there, then that associate’s degree would stack to a bachelor’s degree,” adds Summers. “They get that first credential, and from there, they just take off,” says McCray. Bo Chattin, a TCC mechatronics student, is just a few courses away from completing his associate’s degree. “I never
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hired by the Target Distribution Center in Suffolk; he fits his remaining classes around his work schedule. “Our courses are based on labor market data and input from industry, so we make certain that these are real career opportunities,” says McCray. “There are no limits; we’ve moved away from this ‘either you’re going to college or you’re going to work.’” Another option for high schoolers to consider is a registered apprenticeship. Apprentices are full-time employees, with benefits, who learn an occupation through a combination of classwork and hands-on training – all of it paid for. “Apprentices earn an hourly rate and they get a guaranteed increase once a year, unless the
employer decides to pay them more than the graduated scale,” says Rick Brooks, with the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry. “Programs vary from a minimum of one year to up to four years.” Starting pay after completing the apprenticeship? “Depending on the occupation, it averages anywhere from $40,000 to $50,000,” says Brooks. And many apprentices continue their education, earning associate’s or bachelor’s degrees. “In most cases, their employer has paid for their education at the college or tech school or will reimburse them upon completion, so they come out debt free.” There are hundreds of registered apprenticeships out there, from shipyard trades to computer support specialists. “We have chemical operators, airplane inspectors, crime scene technicians, chaplain service support, opticians, dental assistants, electronics technicians, cybersecurity – that’s just to name a few,” lists Brooks. “When employers choose an apprentice, they’re choosing future leaders,” Brooks says, “whether in the service trades or the shipyards,” including managers, senior leadership and even company owners. Visit www.doli.virginia.gov and click on the Search Apprenticeship tab to learn more. To successfully navigate this sea of opportunities, savvy high schoolers and their parents should begin sorting through their options long before that diploma is handed out. “My advice for parents is to start early and start broad,” says Mary-Linda Cruey, a guidance director at Nansemond River High School in Suffolk. “You want to get your kids involved
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continued from previous page in things they find fun and interesting. Get them out in the real world and explore. Have honest conversations about what they like and don’t like. If they say I’m excited about electronics, find someone who can talk about the job, what’s good, what’s bad about it.” Helping students discover what interests them can spotlight career possibilities. If it’s a career that will require attending a university, community college or technical training school, consider getting a jumpstart by earning college credits while still in high school through AP (advanced
placement) classes or dual enrollment at a community college. “I have seniors every year who graduate with college credits or even an associate’s degree,” says Cruey. “If you can do it, do it,” she strongly recommends. Summers says TCC has dual enrollment agreements with all the local school districts. “It really does help families shorten the amount of time it takes to earn a degree,” he says. You’ll also want to begin searching for scholarships – there are more out there than you think.
“There are scholarships out there for everybody,” agrees Cruey, including scholarships set aside for students who are left-handed or have red hair or who are named George. “And if a student can write essays or is artistically talented, there’s lots of scholarship money floating around. Sometimes it’s for something as specific as nursing. But there are all kinds of civic groups, churches and organizations who are willing to give money. You just have to get the kids to apply.” Parents can access their local high school’s scholarship hub and check websites like
Scholarships.com or Fastweb. com, says Cruey. “But do not pay for scholarship searches. You can get the same information free at these websites.” In addition to searching for scholarships, students and parents can begin to get an idea of how much financial aid money will be available to them by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application online at fafsa.ed.gov. “You’re not committing to anything, all you’re doing is getting an estimate of the grant or aid money you qualify for,” says Summers. “We have never
seen a situation where through family income or federal aid or loans or scholarships a student just flat out couldn’t figure out a way to start college. There’s always a way. It’s just a matter of learning where they fit and what resources are available to them.” Many of Cruey’s students enlist in the military and plan on using the GI Bill to pay for college later. There are also college ROTC programs that pay for school in return for a commitment to serve a certain number of years. Cruey suggests that students who are interested in following this path
research the different branches of the military, talk to recruiters, and ask service members about the pros and cons of their experiences. “That way the student can make an informed decision,” she says. If this all sounds like a lot to think through, it is. But you have time, says Sanford. “You’re still growing so much as a person right now, so be patient with yourself,” she counsels. “Take advantage of any opportunities you have, but don’t put all this pressure on yourself. It’s a process. You’ll figure it out.”
pros
Guide to Joining the Military 3rd Edition, by Scott A. Ostrow What to expect from a military career and opportunities available within the different branches.
college.monster.com This employment site – an arm of monster.com – has a large collection of internship listings.
WEIGHING OPTIONS
registered apprenticeships
Apprentices are permanent fulltime employees who receive paid hands-on and classroom training in 100s of occupations such as welding, crime scene technician or cybersecurity.
length of time Apprenticeships typically run one to four years. Apprentices work 37 to 40 hours a week. pay An hourly wage and
full benefits with scheduled annual raises and a bump in pay after the apprenticeship is completed.
pros
• Earn a steady paycheck right out of high school. • Get paid to learn.
cons
• Apprentices have to be willing to work hard and often have little free time between studying for class and putting in on-the-job hours.
pros
• You can earn a steady paycheck straight out of high school. • You can start working in a field you enjoy without attending school. • You could use your income to pay for an advanced education.
cons
• Your advancement opportunities could be limited. • Your pay might be less because of a lack of a higher education.
requirements
Paperwork to prove your identity and residency. Typically two forms of identification are needed. You may also need skills, experience and technical knowledge specified by the potential employer.
higher education
HIGHER LEARNING institutions offer various fields of study and are open to all ages.
length of time
internships
Interns typically hold temporary positions with an emphasis on on-the-job training rather than permanent employment.
length of time From a
few days to a year or more.
pay Some interns earn an
hourly wage or stipend, but others work for free or to gain school credit.
pros
• Interns gain real-world job experience that might not otherwise be available to them. • Hours can be flexible. • Some employers hire interns for full- or part-time work after the internship is completed.
cons
• Sometimes businesses don’t spend enough time with interns to make the experience worthwhile.
employment
Depending on the field of study, courses can be completed in two to four years. But it can take longer.
annual cost According
to the National Center for Educational Statistics, “At 4-year institutions, the average total cost of attendance for students living on campus was $22,750 at public institutions, $45,760 at private nonprofit institutions, and $30,410 at private for-profit institutions.” Living at home with family while attending school brings the cost down to an average $13,920 for public universities, $22,410 at private for-profit schools, and $36,320 at private non-profit institutions. For two-year colleges, the Center places the annual cost (without room and board) at an average $8600. (http://nces. ed.gov/pubs2016/2016144.pdf)
pros
YOU WORK FOR an employer and earn a steady paycheck. Little or no training may be necessary.
•F inancial help is available. •H igher education can bring the potential to earn more money in the future.
length of time
cons
Permanent full-time positions are typically 40 hours a week. Part-time jobs offer a range of hours.
pay Employees can be paid
hourly or by salary. Hourly paid employees have a chance to earn overtime pay, which is typically paid at time-and-ahalf. In Virginia, the minimum wage is the same as the federal minimum wage: $7.25 for employers of four or more workers. For tipped employees in the commonwealth, up to $5.12 of that minimum can be made up of tips.
• I t can be expensive. • I t might not be the right choice at this point in your life, and being there could be a waste of time. • That financial help may lead to costly payments during one’s working life.
the military
THE ARMED FORCES are made up of five branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps and Navy. There are three general categories of military personnel: active-duty,
which includes full-time men and women in uniform; reserve and National Guard forces, who usually work a civilian job but can be called to full-time military duty; and veterans and retirees.
length of time
When you enlist, you are ultimately signing up for an eight-year obligation. Usually, people sign an active-duty contract of two to six years. After the two- to six-year obligation is completed, the person is placed in the Individual Ready Reserves for the rest of the eight year period. That means that if you sign a four-year active-duty contract, you will spend four years in the ready reserves. If you do not wish to do the remaining four years in the ready reserves, you may re-enlist for active duty.
pay
An E-1 (the initial rank) earns about $1,566 a month. Pay increases come with advanced ranks and time served. Pay and benefits earned in a combat zone are usually tax-exempt. Enlistment and re-enlistment bonuses vary.
pros
• An opportunity to serve your country. • Earn eligibility for the GI Bill for education. Amounts vary by state. Other tuition assistance varies by branch. • An opportunity to travel. • Hands-on training in various careers. • Access to free or discounted health care, including medical and dental, and discounted groceries and shopping. • Access to free or discounted housing.
cons
• Long-term commitment. • Physically and emotionally demanding. • The possibility of serving in a combat situation. • Time away from family and friends. • Risk of injury or death.
volunteer service
AMERICORPS and the Peace Corps are two federal programs that post volunteers in communities where they are needed here and abroad. Volunteers get a modest living allowance and some are eligible for money at the end of the term to help pay for education.
length of time
Most assignments are full-time, and can vary from 10 months to two years.
pay
Volunteers in these programs get a modest living wage and can be eligible for an education stipend.
Helping You Achieve Your Goals
cons
• The living stipend is very modest. • You may be assigned to someplace you didn’t want to live. • It can be very rigorous and extremely challenging.
heading into the work force
Resumes for First-Time Job Hunters, third edition Edited by McGraw-Hill This book provides expert advice on how to craft a concise, stylish resume that will stand out from the crowd. It includes dozens of sample resumes and cover letters. World’s Easiest Pocket Guide to Finding Your First Full-Time Job by Larry Burkett with Ed Strauss This guide is filled with small chunks of advice for those looking to land a job. www.getthatgig.com Aimed at those 16 to 21, with information on summer jobs and internships. www.jobcorps.gov This government program helps eligible youths who qualify as low-income and are at least 16 years old to learn a career and earn a high school diploma or GED. www.doleta.gov The Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration website has a wealth of career help.
heading into the military
Most career advice books and websites deal, at least in passing, with military service. Here are some other resources. www.goarmy.com www.navy.com www.marines.com www.airforce.com www.gocoastguard.com
Each military branch’s website contains a wealth of information.
www.military.com This all-in-one site, which claims 10 million active members, includes information about recruitment and career options.
seeking an internship or apprenticeship
The Intern Files: How to Get, Keep, and Make the Most of Your Internship by Jamie Fedorko Hello Real World! A Student’s Approach to Great Internships, Co-Ops and Entry Level Positions by Jengyee Liang A pair of books with tips for those who aren’t sure what to expect. www.collegecentral. com www.collegeboard.org These clearinghouses for college students are good spots to search for job fairs, internships and career advice. www.doli.virginia.gov The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry has an apprenticeship search function. atecenters.org The National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education works to help educate students to become part of the workforce. maritime-technology. org The Southeast Maritime and Transportation Center has information about maritime apprenticeship programs. www.makingthedifference.org/federalinternships Information about internships with the federal government as well as coop and student employment programs. The site includes links to individual agency websites where internships are listed. www.usajobs.gov Click on the “students and recent graduates” tab . www.quintcareers.com Blending career, internship and education advice, Quintessential Careers has articles, a job-search engine and links.
www.internjobs.com This database of internships and entrylevel jobs is part of the aboutjobs.com network. www.internweb.com Another site with listings for internships and jobs.
off to college
There’s a surfeit of college ranking systems and guidebooks; here are a few websites to help deal with the information overload. schev.edu The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia has a wealth of specific information to help students and parents prepare for college. There are tools to find which schools offer which programs, plus lists of different types of schools. www.vccs.edu The Virginia Community Colleges website has plenty of information about schools as well as apprenticeships. www.ctcl.org Colleges That Change Lives, a nonprofit devoted to matching students with colleges, has info about sorting through choices. nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator This Department of Education “college navigator” is basic but helpful, allowing students to search by location, major and other topics. collegeboard.org The College Board – also a good source of job and internship information – includes a feature that allows students to search colleges for activities or interests, majors, cost and region. National Public Radio series For students who’d rather listen than read, the 2007 sevenpart National Public Radio series on getting into college delivers some refreshing perspectives on the admissions frenzy. Listen online at http://n. pr/1nfN3LB.
heading into the volunteer corps
www.americorps.gov This federal program has a network of thousands of volunteer opportunities for anyone over 18, and provides a living stipend and the opportunity to earn money for schooling.
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GETTING MORE INFORMATION State universities in the region
Community colleges in the region
Hampton University Hampton, with a College of Virginia Beach in Town Center; main campus, 727-5000; 727-5773 for continuing education. Town Center, 637-2200, www.hamptonu.edu
Christopher Newport University Newport News; 757-594-7015, 800-333-4268, www.cnu.edu
Eastern Shore Community College Melfa; Serves Accomack and Northampton counties. 789-1789, www.es.vccs.edu
Regent University Virginia Beach. 352-4127, (800) 373-5504, www.regent.edu
College of William and Mary Williamsburg; The Virginia Institute of Marine Science is in Gloucester. 757-221-4000, www.wm.edu Old Dominion University Norfolk; courses also offered at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center, Peninsula Higher Education Center, and Tri-Cities Higher Education Center, Portsmouth. 683-3000, www.odu.edu Norfolk State University Norfolk; courses also offered at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center. 823-8600, www.nsu.edu
State universities elsewhere in Va. George Mason University Fairfax, Va.; 703-993-2400, www.gmu.edu James Madison University Harrisonburg, Va.; 540-568-6211, www.jmu.edu Longwood University Farmville, Va.; 434-395-2000, www.longwood.edu Radford University Radford, Va.; 540-831-5000, www.radford.edu Richard Bland College (a twoyear college that is public but not part of the VCCS) Petersburg, Va., 804-862-6100, www.rbc.edu University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, Va.; 540-6541000, www.umw.edu University of Virginia Charlottesville, Va.; 434-924-0311, www.virginia.edu Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond; 804-828-0100, www.vcu.edu Virginia Military Institute Lexington, Va.; 540-464-7211, www.vmi.edu
Thomas Nelson Community College Hampton; campuses in Hampton and Williamsburg and a Southeast Higher Education Center in Newport News. Hampton campus, 825-2700; Williamsburg campus, 253-4300, Newport News 283-7820. www.tncc.edu Paul D. Camp Community College Serves Franklin, Suffolk and the counties of Isle of Wight and Southampton; a campus and Regional Workforce Development Center in Franklin, a campus in Suffolk, and a center in Smithfield. 569-6700. www.pdc.edu Tidewater Community College Campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach, plus a Visual Arts Center in Olde Towne Portsmouth, the TCC Roper Performing Arts Center in downtown Norfolk, Advanced Technology Center on its Virginia Beach campus and Regional Automotive Center in Chesapeake. 822-1122, www.tcc.edu
Private nonprofit colleges in the region Atlantic University Virginia Beach; 631-8101, 800-428-1512, www.atlanticuniv.edu Averett University Based in Danville, with Hampton Roads campuses in Chesapeake and Newport News. 855-490-7735, gps.averett.edu Cambridge College Greenbrier section of Chesapeake, with main campus in Cambridge, Mass. 424-0333 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Satellite campuses around Hampton Roads; 440-5078, erau.edu
Virginia State University Chesterfield County, Va.; 800-871-7611, www.vsu.edu
Florida Institute of Technology Fort Eustis; 887-2488, es.fit.edu/off-campus/hroads/
Virginia Tech Blacksburg, Va.; 540-231-6267, www.vt.edu. Professional and graduate programs are offered at the Hampton Roads Center in Virginia Beach; 363-3930, www.hrc.vt.edu
George Washington University Based in Washington, with a graduate center in Newport News and Virginia Beach; 269-4949, cps.gwu.edu
For-profit colleges in the region
Fortis College Norfolk; 499-5447, www.fortis.edu
Art Institute of Virginia Beach Town Center; 493-6700, 877-437-4428, www.artinstitutes.edu/virginiabeach The Aviation Institute of Maintenance Chesapeake/ Virginia Beach; 363-2121, aviationmaintenance.edu
Heart to Heart Career Training Center Williamsburg, 888-505-1277, www.hearttoheartcpr.info Infotec, LLC Virginia Beach, Newport News; 518-9100, www.infotecpro.com Institute of Health and Healing Newport News; 595-7757 Internet Marketing Training Center Virginia Beach; 687-5190, imtcva.org Morrison Education Center Williamsburg, 757-818-4999, www.morrisoneducationcenter.com Practical Dental Assisting of Virginia Beach Virginia Beach; 239-0652, practicaldentalassisting.com
Strayer University Chesapeake, Newport News and Virginia Beach; Chesapeake, 382-9900; Newport News, 881-5100; Virginia Beach, 493-6000, www.strayer.edu
Tidewater Tech Trades Norfolk; 858-8324, www.tidewatertechtrades.edu
University of Phoenix In Virginia Beach at Town Center; 493-6300, www.phoenix.edu.
Today’s Dentist Assisting School Williamsburg; 564-7163, www.todaysdentalassistant.net Underwater Construction Academy Chesapeake; 312-0055
Vocational/ career-technical schools in the region Academy of Bartending Newport News; 595-2274, www.theacademyofbartending.com
Advanced Technology Institute Virginia Beach; 490-1241, www.auto.edu
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Empire Beauty Schools – Virginia Beach Virginia Beach, 355-5530, www.empire.edu
Everest College Chesapeake and Newport News locations. Chesapeake, 361-3900; Newport News, 873-1111, www.everest.edu
Stratford University Newport News; 873-4235, Virginia Beach, 497-4466; www.stratford.edu
Virginia Wesleyan College A United Methodist Church affiliate on the Norfolk-Virginia Beach border. 455-3200, www.vwc.edu
ECPI University Main campus in Virginia Beach and a branch campus in Newport News; Virginia Beach, 490-9090; Newport News, 838-9191, www.ecpi.edu
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South University Virginia Beach; 493-6900, southuniversity.edu
Troy University Ft. Eustis, NSN Norfolk, NAS Oceana, Little Creek, Dam Neck, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. www.troy.edu/military/militarybranch.html
DeVry University Chesapeake, based in Illinois. 382-5680, 866-756-9388, www.devry.edu/locations/ campuses/loc_chesapeake.jsp
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Sentara College of Health Sciences Chesapeake; 388-2900, www.sentara.edu
Southern Illinois University Carbondale – Dam Neck Virginia Beach location, based in Illinois; 422-4352, ehs.siu.edu/wed/faculty-staff/offcamp/nas-oceana-va.php
Centura College Chesapeake, 549-2121; NewportNews, 874-2121; Norfolk, 853-2121; Virginia Beach, 340-2121; programs with Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chesapeake, 363-2121; and with Tidewater Tech Trades in Norfolk, 858-8324; www.centuracollege.edu
What Color Is Your Parachute? For Teens: Discovering Yourself, Defining Your Future Third edition, by Carol Christen and Richard N. Bolles
Medical Careers Institute The School of Health Science for ECPI University, Virginia Beach and Newport News; Virginia Beach, 497-8400, 866-708-6175; Newport News, 873-2423, 866-708-6174; www.medical.edu
Saint Leo University Based in Florida, with satellite campuses in Hampton Roads; South Hampton Roads Center in Virginia Beach, 464-6449; Chesapeake, 227-4450; Fort Eustis, 887-1166; Newport News, 249-0390; Langley, 766-1812, www.saintleo.edu
Bryant and Stratton College Virginia Beach; 499-7900, www.bryantstratton.edu
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Advanced Fuller School of Massage Therapy Virginia Beach; 340-7132, www.advancedfullerschool.com
Virginia Montessori Teacher Education Center Chesapeake; 547-0221, www.educatebymontessori.com
Military recruiters Air Force 5950 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, 461-2401, www.airforce.com Army 1710 E. Little Creek Road, Suite 103, Norfolk, 583-6211, www.army.mil/join Marines www.marines.com; fill out a form online for contact info for a recruiter Navy 5950 E. Virginia Beach Blvd Suite 923, Norfolk; 800-533-1657, 455-6311, www.navy.com Coast Guard 1011 Eden Way North, Suite A, Chesapeake, 312-0514, gocoastguard.com
Volunteer service Americorps Members serve in the United States, usually for 10 months to a year. Members get a modest living allowance, and some programs provide housing. When you complete a term of service, you may be eligible for an education award, which can be used to pay tuition, for educational training, or to repay qualified student loans. 800-942-2677, www.americorps.gov. Peace Corps Headquarters: 1111 20th St. NW, Washington, D.C. National office, 855-855-1961; regional office, 202-692-1040, www.peacecorps.gov, dcinfo@peacecorps. gov.
American Spirit Institute Williamsburg; 220-8000, www.americanspiritinstitute.com Barmasters of Virginia Beach Virginia Beach; 464-0500, www.vabartending.com Capital Commitment of Virginia Norfolk; 624-3506
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Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy Virginia Beach; 457-7270, www.caycereilly.edu
Degree and Certificate Programs
Chesapeake Center for Science and Technology Chesapeake; 547-0134, www.cpschools.com/Schools/ CCST The Chrysm Institute of Esthetics Virginia Beach, 456-5386, www.chrysm.org Culinary Institute of Virginia, The School of Culinary Arts at ECPI University Norfolk; 858-2433, www.chefva.com
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