Technical & Healthcare Trade School in Newport News, Virginia
Centura Newport News
616 Denbigh Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608
Call 757-874-2121 to schedule your tour of the Newport News campus.
Or try our virtual guided tour right now!
Call 757-874-2121 to schedule your tour of the Newport News campus.
Or try our virtual guided tour right now!
Centura College Newport News Campus
The Newport News Branch Campus occupies over 32,000 square feet of space between two buildings. The campus features student wi-fi access, four computer laboratories, 16 lecture halls, three medical labs simulating a doctor’s office, two massage therapy labs, two massage therapy clinics, as well as two HVAC laboratories. The campus also houses an Events Room, a Campus Life Center, and a Veterans Affairs Center.
As a technical and healthcare trade school, this campus is structured to support hands-on learning in both skilled trades and healthcare fields. Students gain practical experience in labs that replicate real work environments—from HVAC systems to medical and therapeutic treatment spaces. Whether training for a role in clinical support or building systems technology, the Newport News location offers the resources necessary to prepare students for high-demand careers through programs designed for a technical trade school and healthcare trade school setting.
Hear From Program Alumni
“The teachers were there to help me and got me the help I needed to succeed”
– Cindy Latherow, Centura College Graduate
“They provide you skills for life, not just the profession you’re going into.”
– Joy Voorhees, Centura College Graduate
“There has been a huge investment in making sure that not only are we educating the students but we’re giving them the actual hands on knowledge and expertise to get out and find employment.”
– Derick Valentine, Program Coordinator
“I’d like to see [the students] go where they want to go. Their success is my goal.”
– Brian Stanley, Construction Electrician Coordinator
Available training – Newport News
Health Science
Skilled Trades
Health Science
Medical Assistant
Whether you prefer a hands-on role working directly with patients or a position focused on office management, administration, and technology, the Medical Assistant program equips you for both. Students gain the necessary clinical and administrative skills to thrive as Medical Assistants in various healthcare environments, including physician offices, hospitals, urgent care centers, and laboratories.
- Diploma
- Program length: 12 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 11:30pm
Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology
Another pathway to consider is the Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology diploma program. This specialized training equips students with the skills needed for entry-level positions in healthcare settings such as physician offices, hospitals, and urgent care centers. The curriculum integrates clinical procedures, administrative tasks, and essential X-ray techniques to provide a well-rounded foundation for success in the medical field.
- Diploma
- Program length: 15 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 11:30pm
Skilled Trades
HVAC
Centura College’s Newport News campus provides an in-depth Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) diploma program designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in the air-conditioning and refrigeration field. This 12-month program focuses on essential technical skills and offers both day and evening classes to fit various schedules.
- Diploma
- Program length: 12 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Night courses: between 5:30pm – 11:30pm
Combination Welding
Looking to kickstart your welding career? Centura College’s Combination Welding program provides the hands-on training you need to succeed in metal fabrication and repair. This in-depth program prepares you with essential welding techniques, opening doors to a high-demand profession across various industries. Discover the advantages of a welding career, master valuable skills, and unlock exciting job opportunities with us!
- Diploma
- Program length: 8 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 10:30pm
Student Resources
Accreditations, approvals and memberships
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
- Certified by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in Federal Title IV programs
- American Medical Technologists
- Department of Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program
- Military Tuition Assistance
- National Healthcare Association
- State Approving Agency for Veterans Education and Training
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Peninsula Council of Workforce Development – Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Frequently Asked Questions
The Newport News campus offers diploma programs in Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), Combination Welding, and Construction Electrician. These programs focus on skill-based training in both healthcare and technical trades.
Yes. Daytime and evening course schedules are available across Newport News programs to accommodate students with various work or personal commitments.
The campus occupies over 32,000 sq ft across two buildings and includes computer labs, medical labs simulating a clinical environment, massage therapy labs and clinics, HVAC labs, and lecture halls—all designed to closely replicate real-world work settings.
Yes. Students have access to career services for resume assistance, interview coaching, and local employment connections. Technical programs include preparation for certifications such as NCCER or OSHA, while Medical Assistant students may earn credentials through American Medical Technologists or the National Healthcare Association.
Yes. The campus participates in Federal Title IV aid programs, accepts VA education benefits including the Yellow Ribbon Program and Military Tuition Assistance, and is approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Education and Training.
You can schedule an in-person or virtual tour by calling the Newport News campus at 757‑874‑2121, or submit a request form directly on the Centura College website.
