Is success having financial independence or stability? Is it finding a career you love? Is it making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of others? No matter your definition of success, Berks Technical Institute’s career training programs will help you achieve it. Whether you’re interested in renewable energy or helping people heal, BTI will work with you to reach your career goals.
We developed our curriculum and our programs to reflect what employers are looking for in new employees in the Wyomissing and Reading areas. We’ve developed relationships with local businesses so we know what employers are looking for and train our students accordingly through our professional and technical courses. We also hire qualified instructors to teach you the knowledge needed in the classroom and on the job.
Whether you have a way with numbers, are artistic, or are passionate about helping people heal, we have a program that will develop your talents so that you can turn your passions into a career. The career and technical training programs are designed to help you discover your interests and incorporate them into a new, successful career. We’ve been helping individuals in the Reading, Wyomissing, Saint Lawrence, and Lebanon communities kick start their careers for over 20 years. Let us help you!
Below is a list of just a few of the technical training programs offered at BTI. Those with an asterisk (*) next to them indicate available evening programs.
As a Computer-Aided Drafting Technology (CAD) student, you will have the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to perform manual, 2D and 3D CAD. You will be able to design and produce various technical drawings and plans. View all the details about the program here.
As a Criminal Justice student, you will have the opportunity to learn how to conduct a criminal investigation, process a crime scene, collect and preserve evidence, and interrogate a suspect. Take a deep look at the Criminal Justice program.
As a Massage Therapy student, you will learn how to use your hands to offer therapeutic and relaxing services to those in need. Not only will you learn the skills to become a professional Massage Therapist, but you will learn foundational business practices as well. Learn more about our Massage Therapy program here.
As a Business Administration Management student, you will develop a solid foundation in all aspects of business, including accounting, finance, marketing, management, labor, and human relations, business law, and office systems. Learn more about BTI's Business Administration program here.
As a CDL training student, you will have the opportunity to learn how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers. Not only will you be able to learn defensive driving and other motor safety regulations in the classroom, you will also be able to get behind the wheel. This program is not eligible for Title IV funding. Learn more about becoming a truck driver here.
As a Dental Assisting student, you will learn the skills needed for an entry-level position in today’s modern dental offices. You will have access to BTI’s four Dental Operatories where you can get hands-on experience. Visit the Dental Assistant program page to learn more and take a virtual tour of our operatories.
If you have already completed the Dental Assistant program and would like to further extend your skills within the field, the Expanded Function Dental Assistant Preparation program may be the right fit for you! This program will teach you how to perform and execute on advanced techniques that will progress you further in your Dental Assisting career. Learn more about the program here! This program is not included in the school’s scope of accreditation with ACCSC and is not eligible for Title IV funding.
In the IT Support Specialist program, students will be presented with the opportunity to learn how to use equipment for building computers, set up information system protocol, and more. You will get hands-on experience working within a database application, as well as the support and collaboration from fellow peers that have experience in this program as well. See what courses are included in this program here!
This exciting and emerging industry blends electrical and mechanical engineering into one. The Mechatronics program will provide students with hands-on experience working on robot and “smart” equipment. See more details about what the Mechatronics program will teach you, the outlined courses, and industries that utilize these skills!
Are you interested in numbers and working with computers? If so, take a deeper look into what BTI’s Medical Billing and Coding program will be able to offer you! In just 15 months, you can earn your diploma and kick start a career in the healthcare field. Learn more about this program here!
The Medical Clinical Assistant program is the perfect option for people that love helping and engaging with others. Receive training in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains through our courses. We will help you enhance your skills to jump start into a career as a Medical Clinical Assistant. Learn more here!
The professional and technical courses offered at BTI are designed to provide you with skills and techniques you can use to jumpstart into a career you are passionate about! If you’d like more information on how to enroll in our programs or have questions, contact us today and our Admission Representative will be happy to help!