Trade School in Corpus Christi for Skilled Trades & Healthcare
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-Thursday 8am-7pm, Friday 8am-5pm
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.
Automotive Service Technician
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, Corpus Christi, San Antonio
Passion for cars? Turn it into vital career skills. Train in our hands-on labs, 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.
CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, McAllen, Weslaco
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.
Combination Welding
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, San Antonio
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.
Certificate: 56.5 Credit Hours, 10 Months
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Basic Refrigeration
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, McAllen
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.
Medical Clinical Assistant
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, San Antonio
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.
Dental Assisting
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Healthcare
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Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Weslaco, McAllen
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 Months
Why Choose STVT Corpus Christi
Hands-On Training
Practice your skills in labs and training spaces that mirror real work environments.
Supportive Environment
Our instructors and staff are committed to helping you stay on track and achieve your goals.
Flexible Scheduling
Select from day or evening schedules to fit your personal and work life.
Career Support
Get help with resumes, interview skills, and job search strategies after your training.
Local Partnerships and Community Engagement
STVT Corpus Christi partners with local organizations to offer externships and service projects that give students real-world experience and a chance to give back to the community.
Explore a STVT Campus
From labs with industry standard equipment to welcoming student spaces, our Corpus Christi campus is built to give you the tools and environment you need to succeed.
Experience our Corpus Christi, TX trade school in person by booking a campus tour and see where your training journey can begin.
Corpus Christi Campus Location Map and Directions
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2000 S Padre Island
Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78416 -
(361) 360-4168
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Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contact us to learn more about admissions and enrollment.
Ready to explore trade programs at our Corpus Christi campus?
The STVT admissions team is here to support you through the enrollment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
STVT’s Corpus Christi campus offers the following vocational programs:
Healthcare:
Dental Assisting,
Medical Clinical Assistant
Skilled Trades:
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Basic Refrigeration (HVAC/BR),
Automotive Service Technician,
Combination Welding,
and CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Our financial aid team can walk you through the application process.
We offer day and evening class options to help you fit training into your schedule.
Our campus is conveniently located with easy access from downtown via major roads and public transportation routes.
STVT Corpus Christi is known for its hands-on training, supportive instructors, and career-focused programs built around local workforce needs.
Yes. We encourage prospective students to schedule a campus tour to see our classrooms, training labs, and student spaces.
Yes. Many programs feature practical training in lab settings, and some healthcare programs include externships in real work environments.
Take the Next Step Today
If you have the drive to achieve your goals, we have the training to help make it happen. Get in touch with our team to help you find the program that is the right for you and take the steps to get started.