What is NEPCSA? 

The New England Private Career School Association (NEPCSA) , formerly known as the Massachusetts Association of Private Career Schools (MAPCS), is a regional association representing all private career schools in the six New England states.

The regional association provides:

• Legislative and regulatory representation and support;
• Opportunity to strengthen educational performance and market demand for skilled graduates by providing professional training programs and resources;
• Enhanced communication to increase awareness of the issues affecting career education;
• Growth opportunities for educational professionals and leaders; and
• Efficient administration of membership activities.

MAPCS was 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.

NEPCSA formed in 2017 and 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.

NEPCSA 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!