About MAPCS

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!
Welcome to the MAPCS Website
Mission Statement:

The Massachusetts Association of Private Career Schools (MAPCS) is a 501(c)(6)
non-profit organization that promotes high educational standards in business,
occupational and vocational schools. MAPCS encourages ethical practices in
schools, between schools and with employers and the public.
Mark Your Calendar for October 22 , 2010

Annual Meeting and Conference

Keynote Address by Harris Miller, President and CEO
Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities (APSCU)

Admissions Doctor Workshop
Ebooks Workshop
Recruitment and Retention Workshops
Leadership Panel
Exhibit Tables
Networking and More!

Click here to download an invitation and registration form.

Click here to register online.

MAPCS 2010 Membership Directory is Published

The MAPCS 2010 Membership Directory has been published.  It contains a comprehensive listing of member schools and trade partners as well as an economic report that provides a profile of the Massachusetts private career school industry.

MAPCS 2010 Membership Directory