Technical education can begin as early as high school in Springfield, Massachusetts. Alongside traditional high school classes, students at Putnam High School study technical pre-professional trades as diverse as cosmetology, criminal justice, graphic design, culinary arts, health, horticulture and auto body.
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical High School?
1300 State Street?
Springfield, MA 01109?
(413) 787-7424
Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) offers students degree programs and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines. Pursue an associate's degree in disciplines like accounting, automotive technology or construction management, or pursue a professional certificate in disciplines like architecture, heating/ventilation/air conditioning or cosmetology. As of 2010, 57 percent of STCC’s students attend college part-time.
Springfield Technical Community College
Armory Square, Suite 1
PO Box 9000
Springfield, MA 01102
(413) 781-7822
stcc.edu
The Massachusetts Career Development Institute, Incorporated (MCDI, Inc.) offers nine vocational training programs with courses preparing students to become, for example, nurse aides, medical office personnel, welders and computer technicians. MCDI’s Career Services Department prepares students for the job market, provides job counseling, connects students with internships and offers seminars on workplace preparedness.
Massachusetts Career Development Institute, Inc. ?
140 Wilbraham Avenue ?
Springfield, MA 01109
(413) 781-5640 Ext. 270 or 230
mcditraining.com
Branford Hall Career Institute has two Springfield campuses. The Health Education Center offers programs for future massage therapists, professional medical assistants and health claims specialists who will work in the medical billing and coding professions. The Technical Training Center offers programs in the culinary arts, fitness training, HVAC/R and computer networking management. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools accredits Branford Hall Career Institute.
Branford Hall Healthcare Education Centerlthcare Education Center
112 Industry Avenue
Springfield, MA 01104
(413) 781-2276
Bradford Hall Technical Training Center
189 Brookdale Drive
Springfield, MA 01104
(413) 732-0546
branfordhall.edu
The National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) accredits Mansfield Beauty School, which offers a 1,000-hour cosmetology certificate program and a 100-hour manicure certificate program at its Springfield campus. Financial aid is available to students based on need, as are interest free tuition payment plans.
Mansfield Beauty Schools
266 Bridge Street?
Springfield, MA 01103?
(413) 788-7575
mansfieldbeautyschools.com