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Berkshire Community College
Pittsfield, Massachusetts · Public community college
Address: 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 · Phone: (413) 499-4660 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Berkshire Community College is a public trade and career school in Pittsfield, MA offering LPN, medical assistant, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACEN and NECHE.
Berkshire Community College has a 20.0% completion rate versus a 59.7% state average, with median graduate debt of $12,053 and median earnings of $38,832 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; Title IV federal financial aid is available, and about 32.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,690 | $80,220 | $84,570 |
| Medical assistants | $43,280 | $49,460 | $58,100 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,960 | $60,350 | $74,700 |
| Massage therapists | $40,420 | $63,390 | $103,000 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $47,460 | $69,540 | $83,050 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $35,807 | not reported | $10,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | $47,729 | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Berkshire Community College is a public trade and career campus in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and its programs are accredited through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the New England Commission of Higher Education. The campus awards the most credentials in LPN/LVN programs (16), medical assistant programs (8), and medical billing and coding programs (6), alongside offerings in massage therapy and culinary programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 20.0%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,053, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,832. About 32.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the mix of short certificate-style programs (LPN, medical assistant, medical billing/coding) and the fringe-rural locale, this campus may suit students seeking direct-entry healthcare or trade credentials rather than a long academic track; however, program length details beyond credential type are not reported for this campus in federal data, so individual fit should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcome data through the College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Berkshire Community College's top programs are LPN/LVN programs (16), medical assistant programs (8), and medical billing & coding programs (6), plus massage therapy and culinary program families. It offers 6 program families in total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes. The school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 32.5% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 20.0%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $12,053, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,832.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (413) 499-4660 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and Title IV eligibility, as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for LPN, medical assistant, or billing & coding tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?164775, and confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of short healthcare-focused programs like LPN and medical assistant training may suit career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data; ask the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Berkshire Community College at (413) 499-4660 or through its website, https://www.berkshirecc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.