Porter and Chester - Springfield

09/17/2026

CLASSROOM ➡️ GRAYBAR

Our Springfield Electrical students took learning on the road today with a field trip to Graybar!

Huge shoutout to Greg Riendeau for the warehouse tour, industry knowledge, and showing our students how contractors work with Graybar.

And the bonus?
Graybar caps
New tools
Pizza

Electrical knowledge + free gear + pizza = W field trip.

Thanks to Greg and the Graybar team for giving our students a great look at the industry!

09/15/2026

09/15/2026

BIG MOVE. BIG NEWS. SAME PCI.

Chicopee, we’re packing up and taking things to SPRINGFIELD!

📍 NEW LOCATION:
1250 Saint James Ave.
Springfield, MA 01104

New campus. Fresh start. Same hands-on career training.

And the timing? Classes start OCTOBER 19th!

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to make your next move… this is it.

Check out PCI.edu to learn more and get started!

Learn Today. Lead Tomorrow.

09/02/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Student Spotlight!
Nothing makes us happier than hearing about a great student experience!
Kiara Rivera shared some love for our Porter and Chester Institute Chicopee campus and her instructor, Ms. Cynthia Strycharz:
💬 “My class has been a wonderful learning experience. I have gained so much knowledge and confidence. I’m grateful for all the support, encouragement, and positive environment that they have provided. I 100% would recommend this school!”
We love seeing our Dental Assisting students building their skills and confidence along the way!
Thank you, Kiara, for the kind words—and a huge shoutout to Ms. Strycharz and our Chicopee team for supporting our students!

08/11/2026

Ending the term the Chicopee way!
Good food, good vibes, and an even better crew. Our Chicopee campus brought students and staff from all programs together for an End-of-Term Cookout to celebrate another term in the books!
Hard work deserves a little fun.

07/24/2026

Learning beyond the classroom!
Our Chicopee Dental Assisting students got an inside look at the real world of dentistry with visits to two local dental offices in West Springfield! From X-rays and ortho procedures to room setup, daily routines, and externship tips—they got to see firsthand what a day in the field looks like.
Big thanks to both offices for welcoming our students!

07/24/2026

Skills + Service = Making an Impact!
Our Chicopee Dental Assisting students recently gave back by collecting and donating diapers to The Gray House in Springfield!
They also learned more about the organization and the incredible work they do to support local families.
Proud to see our students making a difference in and out of the classroom!

06/26/2026

No more goopy impressions? Say less.

Our Chicopee Dental Assisting students got an inside look at the future of dentistry during a visit to Ludlow Family Dentistry!

They learned how digital impressions are taken using an intraoral scanner to create a 3D model of a patient's mouth—making appointments faster, more accurate, and way more comfortable.

The students also watched CAD-CAM technology in action as a full crown was designed and created right in the office. Translation: patients can walk in and leave the SAME DAY with a completed crown.

Hands-on experiences like these show our students what modern dentistry really looks like and help prepare them for the careers waiting for them after graduation.

A huge thank you to the amazing team at Ludlow Family Dentistry for sharing their knowledge and giving our future Dental Assistants a behind-the-scenes look at the latest dental technology!

06/25/2026

"No Textbook Can Beat This"

Some lessons just hit different outside the classroom.

Our Chicopee Dental Assisting students spent the day at Dr. Perry's Endodontic Office, getting a real-world look at endodontics. From 3D imaging and microscopes to chairside assisting and surgical procedures, they saw what it takes to keep patients smiling.

Experiences like this are why hands-on learning matters.
Thank you to Dr. Perry and the entire team for an amazing day!