Learning at CHI Institute

About CHI Institute

At CHI Institute, our mission is to provide higher education with quality programs that integrate professional skills and career focus to empower you to develop and achieve your personal and career potentials. CHI Institute has two convenient locations in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, area. Broomall lies just southwest of downtown, and Franklin Mills is a short drive to the north. So no matter what part of Philadelphia you call home, CHI Institute is nearby.

History of CHI Institute, Broomall Campus

CHI Institute, Broomall campus, was originally established as RETS Electronic School in 1935 in Detroit, Michigan, and relocated to Pennsylvania in 1958. In September 1989, North American Training Services, Inc. acquired RETS and established RETS Education Centers. CHI Institute purchased RETS in 1994. CHI Institute, Broomall campus also has two branch campuses: Kaplan College, Milwaukee campus in Wisconsin, and Career Centers of Texas, Fort Worth campus in Texas.

History of CHI Institute, Franklin Mills Campus

CHI Institute, Franklin Mills was founded in 1981 at the same facility where it operates today. The school has expanded its curricula to include a variety of areas of study to keep up with industry demands. In 1985, CHI Institute was recognized by the Pennsylvania State Board of Education to grant associate in specialized technology (AST) degrees.

Education for Today and for the Future

Today, CHI Institute is owned by Kaplan Higher Education Corporation. Kaplan, Inc. is dedicated to continuing the same excellent education for which CHI Institute is known. Through innovative programs that combine traditional classroom instruction with intensive, hands-on lab training, you can practice and master the skills you will need on the job. The sky is the limit at CHI Institute. Contact an Admissions Representative to enroll today.

About KHE

CHI Institute is part of Kaplan Higher Education Corporation (KHE), a division of Kaplan, Inc., which has built a long and distinguished tradition as both an academic pioneer and career-maker since 1938. Kaplan serves 1 million students per year across the United States and abroad, including online programs through Kaplan University. Kaplan is a leading global provider of educational services for individuals, schools, and businesses. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, Kaplan had 2007 revenue of more than $2 billion.

About KHEC

Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Kaplan Higher Education Campuses (KHEC) is a group of institutions designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed for a competitive edge in today's job market. KHEC consists of more than 70 schools nationwide, each separately accredited by one of several national or regional accrediting agencies approved by the U.S. Department of Education. To make education relevant to students in their daily lives, KHEC programs focus on local employment needs.

Leading Education

Kaplan, Inc. is the second largest education company in the U.S. by revenue. Its programs are designed to lead to employment in some of the country's fastest-growing occupations, as projected by the U.S. Department of Labor. Through our career-oriented programs, you can gain the skills necessary to qualify for employment in a variety of fields.

Career Training

Kaplan provides practical career training to busy adults who are juggling the demands of home, family, and work. Faculty and staff members have experience in their fields and teach the industry knowledge and technical skills that students need to succeed. Students can obtain a relevant education in a short amount of time, learning from passionate instructors who bring real-world expertise to the classroom.