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Trade School in Corpus Christi for Healthcare & Skilled Trades

Helping Corpus Christi students turn goals into real-world skills

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Address: 2000 S Padre Island Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Phone: 361-360-4168
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Trade Programs Offered at Corpus Christi Campus

Searching for a trade school in Corpus Christi that delivers practical training and hands-on learning?
At STVT Corpus Christi, we offer vocational programs designed to help you develop skills for today’s workforce. Whether you’re interested in healthcare or skilled trades, our campus provides a supportive learning environment with opportunities to apply what you learn in real-world settings.

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 Choose STVT Corpus Christi

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Hands-On Learning

Hands-On Learning Practice your skills in labs and training spaces that mirror real work environments.
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Supportive Team

Our instructors and staff are committed to helping you stay on track and achieve your goals.
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Flexible Options

Select from day or evening schedules to fit your personal and work life.
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Career Support

Get help with resumes, interview skills, and job search strategies after your training.

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.
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