<p>If you are financially strapped and you live in Virginia, my first move would be to look at NoVa (Northern Virginia Community College), or your own local Community College if you don’t live in the DC area. They may not have exactly what you are looking for. However, if you find something that looks similar, you might call a faculty member in that program and ask for advice. You might be able to put together a program with enough of the training you need to at least get half-way to your goal without spending a ton of money.</p>
<p>In general I would advise against the small career institutes, they are for-profit businesses that are often first and last just after your money. At the very least you MUST verify their accreditation status before handing over tuition. There are many such places in large cities, claiming to teach everything from health sciences to computer technology to business. I have met several people with little cash to spare who put in time and money at these places only to be told that their diplomas did not count for anything.</p>