The Massachusetts Association of Private Career Schools (MAPCS),
established in 1947, is a non-profit membership organization of
institutions that offer career specific training in a wide variety of
career fields. Graduates of our programs can earn diplomas,
certifications, professional licenses or associate degrees.
MAPCS member schools and colleges provide students of all ages and
backgrounds with education, training, and up-to-date job skills in short
periods of time. Our schools offer flexible schedules during the day,
in the evenings and on weekends so students can balance work commitments
with study. Many schools offer rolling admissions with courses
starting at different time throughout the year.
MAPCS member institutions provide training in many areas including
allied medical, automotive servicing, broadcasting, commercial art
business administration, construction, cosmetology, culinary and
hospitality management. information technology, massage therapy,
mechanical engineering, photography, radio and television broadcasting,
web design and many, many more!