Skilled Trades

    Skilled Trades Training 
    for today’s jobs  

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    Porter and Chester Institute’s training programs in the skilled trades are designed for learners and workers who prefer a hands-on approach to learning, rather than a classroom setting. Complete our form to request information from one of our Career Program Specialists or learn more about our programs in the electrical, low voltage electronics, HVACR and plumbing fields below.

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    Why PCI?

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    Fit your education around your life.

    Financial aid available to those who qualify.

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    Your instructors have relevant field experience through both online and hands-on training in our industry-modeled labs. This arms our graduates with a wealth of practical, hands-on experience.

    New electronic device included in tuition and fees for most programs.

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    Career training for today’s jobs

    Computer Aided Drafting & Design

    In our Computer Aided Drafting and Design program, you will receive AutoCAD training, Revit and SolidWorks training, and much more.

    Career Industrial, Commercial and Residential Electrician

    Our Career Industrial, Commercial and Residential Electrician program at our campus locations in Massachusetts will help you take the first steps toward becoming an electrician.

    Electrical Technology

    Our Electrical Technology program at our campus locations in Connecticut will help you take the first steps toward becoming an electrician.

    HVACR

    Porter and Chester Institute’s HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration) program will prepare you to become a skilled HVACR worker.

    Low Voltage Technology

    Our Low Voltage Technology program will thoroughly prepare you to become a skilled worker in today’s low voltage and electronics industries.

    Plumbing

    Porter and Chester Institute’s experienced, qualified instructors provide the individual attention needed to practice the techniques and obtain the skills you’ll be using each day in the plumbing field.

    Welding

    The hands-on Welding program at Porter and Chester Institute’s Bridgeport campus combines your creativity with technical precision.

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    Whether you choose to pursue a career in automotive, computers, trades or Skilled Trades, our blended, online, and on-campus training will provide you with the knowledge and skills employers are looking for. To learn more, request information from one of our Career Program Specialists today!

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