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Gain new skills on your own terms with tuition-free education.

You have options — and that means opportunity. A brighter future is yours with access to 100% tuition-free programs.

Explore over 100 tuition-free programs. Learn in-demand skills and see where you can take your healthcare career next!

Explore Guild, Sentara Health's education benefit

Opportunity that starts with education

Access a catalog of learning programs that unlock possibility with your Guild benefit through Sentara.

  • 100% tuition paid for programs* such as  RN to BSN, MSN, Radiology, and Respiratory Therapy
  • 1,000+ programs from over 40 schools, colleges, and universities available in business, healthcare, technology, and more!
  • Undergraduate and master's degrees, certificates, bootcamps, HS completion, college prep, and English language learning
  • $5,250/year for tuition reimbursement for approved programs outside of the Guild catalog
  • Mostly online classes with flexible start dates

Undergraduate degrees

Pursue your bachelor's to accelerate your career.

  • 100% tuition coverage for select bachelor's degrees like RN to BSN programs, Radiology, or Respiratory Therapy*
  • Up to $5,250/year for other undergrad programs in the Guild catalog 
  • Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for programs in the Guild network up to the program funding cap
  • 1:1 support from Guild Specialists who help with program selection, application submission, and answering all questions
  • Tuition reimbursement and other funding options available

Master's degrees

Take your career to the next level with an advanced degree.

  • Up to $5,250/year for master's degrees from recognized colleges and universities in the Guild catalog
  • 1:1 support from Guild Specialists who help with program selection, application submission, and answering all questions
  • Tuition reimbursement and other funding options available

Certificates and bootcamps

Expand your skills and elevate your resume with a certificate or bootcamp – all within months.

  • 100% tuition coverage for select bootcamps, and undergraduate & graduate certificates*
  • Up to $5,250/year for more programs in the Guild catalog
  • Required books and fees 100% covered or reimbursable for programs in the Guild catalog, up to the program funding cap
  • 1:1 support from Guild Specialists who help with program selection, application submission, and answering all questions
  • Certificates and bootcamps for wherever you're at on your journey with Sentara
  • Tuition reimbursement and other funding options available

High school, college prep, and English language learning

Finish high school, prepare for college, or boost your English language skills with 100% of tuition covered.*

  • Earn your high school diploma
  • Take college preparation courses and earn college credits that may transfer to select schools
  • Learn or improve English language skills 
  • 1:1 support from Guild Specialists who help with program selection, application submission, and answering all questions
  • Online classes with flexible start dates

Los programas solo están disponibles en inglés, pero contamos con especialistas bilingües que te pueden ayudar en español.

The Guild benefit puts personal and professional evolution within reach.

Biggest financial barriers removed

Access learning programs with funding options from Sentara.

New and sharpened skills

Gain valuable skills from online schools with flexible programs designed for working adults.

Support along the way

From the day you create your Guild account on, look to Guild support for help and guidance.

Biggest financial barriers removed

Biggest financial barriers removed

Through 100% tuition-paid program options, education and new skills are within reach.*

  • Sentara-sponsored tuition for select undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, bootcamps, high school completion, and college prep
  • Up to $5,250/year for other undergraduate and masters degrees and certificates in the Guild catalog
  • $5,250/year for tuition reimbursement for approved programs outside of the Guild catalog
  • Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to the program funding cap

New and sharpened skills

Gain skills you can use to grow your career through flexible learning programs.

  • Variety of programs to choose from in the Guild catalog
  • Online and self-paced learning available to fit busy schedules
  • Top-ranked, high-quality schools and learning partners
  • 92% of employees feel more confident in themselves and their skills as a result of being enrolled in a Guild program**
**Guild’s survey responses from random and representative Guild Certified Network new learners over the last 24 months as of 01/01/2023.

Not sure where to start? Create an account and take Guild's program recommendation quiz.

Support along the way

Count on Guild support for answers and guidance, helping you get set up, make a plan, and stay motivated.

  • Guild Specialists can walk you through your benefit, help you explore programs, and more
  • Guild coaches partner with you 1:1 to achieve your goals
  • 75% of employees using Guild coaching say it's a contributor to their academic success**
**Guild’s survey responses from random and representative Guild Certified Network new learners over the last 24 months as of 01/01/2023.

“I wouldn't have what I have had I taken a different path, but the future hasn't been set yet. So if I can alter the future more in line with what I'd like to see, well, this would be the first step in the process, is going back to school, getting that degree. That’s what I want to do.”

-Timothy F.
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*If applicable, grants and scholarships are applied to tuition and fees before employer funding. Education assistance provided in excess of $5,250 within one calendar year will be treated as taxable income and reported on your W-2.