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South Texas Vocational Technical Institute of Corpus Christi, TX

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Get Your Technical Education In Corpus Christi

Our unique offerings in Corpus Christi help our students learn at their best. From our expansive campus to our industry-experienced instructors, we help students by  providing opportunities to succeed along their journey.

Find Your STVT Corpus Christi Program

Dental Assisting

Healthcare

Learn techniques to keep patients’ teeth healthy, and how to help run a practice. Our students participate in externships for real-world experience. Start a rewarding journey here.

Diploma: 68 Credit Hours, 15 Month

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Medical Clinical Assistant

Healthcare

Train to work alongside doctors and nurses caring for patients. In our program, you’ll be taught practical hands-on skills, and be able to try them in real settings during your externship.

Diploma: 60 Credit Hours, 13 Months.

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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Basic Refrigeration

Skilled Trades

Why start HVAC/BR training in South Texas? Because with these temperatures, skilled techs are essential. Learn the technical skills to repair and maintain HVAC and refrigeration systems, to prepare you to become a hardworking, helpful professional in the HVAC field.

Diploma: 50 Credit Hours, 10 Months.

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Automotive Service Technician

Skilled Trades

Passion for cars? Turn it into vital career skills. Train in our shops, learning how to properly run tests and diagnostics and repair systems. We even help you prepare for certifications that may help make you a more desirable employment candidate.

Diploma: 71.5 Credit Hours, 13 Months.

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Combination Welding

Skilled Trades

Automotive, manufacturing — welders can find work in a range of industries. Learn how to perform SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW welds. Practice on pipe, plate, and grooves and improve your skills with help from industry-experienced instructors.

Diploma: 56.5 Credit Hours, 10 Months.

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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer

Skilled Trades

Have you noticed companies looking for CDL drivers? Train for a commercial driver’s license and quickly get on the road in just 1–2 months.*
*Graduates must obtain a CDL Class A license in order to be eligible for in-field employment

Certificate: 160 Clock Hours, 1-2 Months.

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Why STVT Corpus Christi

Our Corpus Christi vocational school features classrooms and technical labs where students have the opportunity to learn through lecture and hands-on instruction. Let us answer questions and schedule a campus tour so you can see if a trade school education from STVT is the right choice for you.
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Help Getting Started

Finding your career path can seem daunting, but we are here to guide you through the process. From outlining your career goals to helping you navigate financial aid*, our staff is with you along the way.
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Personalized Attention

You’re more than just a number at STVT. We create programs with industry standards in mind. Classes are taught by industry-experienced instructors to help students learn the skills in their chosen field.
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Career Services

Education in the classroom may be the foundation, but we know your end goal is a successful career. From interview coaching to help with creating a professional resume, our career services team is here to help you when you graduate.

*Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Explore Corpus Christi

Located just outside of downtown Corpus Christi, at the corner of South Padre Island Drive and Crosstown Expressway, our vocational school in Corpus Christi is an attractive location for students seeking career training in a warm climate that’s close to the water.

Sports

  • Corpus Christi Fury
  • Corpus Christi IceRays
  • Corpus Christi Islanders
  • Corpus Christi Sharks

Entertainment

  • Art Museum of South Texas
  • First Friday Artwalk
  • Texas State Aquarium

Outdoors

  • November Nature Walks
  • Padre Island National Seashore
  • Corpus Christi Beaches
  • Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve

Let STVT Corpus Christi Prepare You for Your Future

We’re here to help you learn the skills to get the future you want. Learn more about attending South Texas Vocational Technical Institute.