Trade School in San Antonio for Skilled Trades & Healthcare
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Address: 734 SE Military Dr. San Antonio, TX 78214
Phone: (210) 998-1802
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-7pm, Friday 8am-5pm
Trade Programs Offered at STVT’s San Antonio Campus
Looking for a San Antonio trade school that makes learning real? At STVT San Antonio, you won’t just sit in a classroom—you’ll practice the skills you’ll use on the job. Our programs are designed for busy adults, with flexible schedules and plenty of lab time to get you career-ready.
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
Diesel Heavy Truck Technician
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, San Antonio
Spend your days working with heavy-duty engines, keeping rigs running. Enroll in our Diesel Heavy Truck Technician program to learn skills from industry-experienced instructors in topics from mechanical to electrical systems.
Diploma: 60 Credit Hours, 13 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
Why Choose STVT San Antonio
Learn by Doing
Our labs, classrooms, and training spaces are industry standard—so you’ll graduate with confidence.
Instructors Who Care
Our teachers bring real-world experience and a genuine passion for student success
Schedules That Fit Your Life
Day and evening options are available for San Antonio students to help you balance school with work and family.
Career Services You Can Count On
Get help with your résumé, interview practice, and job search strategies as you get ready for the workforce. (Employment not guaranteed.)
Ready to get started?
Enroll at STVT’s San Antonio campus to start building skills for your future.
Explore a STVT Campus
Come see the San Antonio campus in person! Check out our electrical and HVAC labs, and CDL training resources.
Browse our photo gallery or book a tour to get a feel for where your training begins.
San Antonio Campus Hours and Contact Information
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734 SE Military Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78214 -
(210) 998-1802
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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.
Community Connections
STVT San Antonio partners with local employers and organizations for externships, training opportunities, and community events—helping you build experience while serving the San Antonio area.
Check out South Texas Vocational Technical Institute’s San Antonio campus feature on an episode of Inside the Blueprint from November 2024!
Ready to explore trade programs at our San Antonio campus?
The STVT admissions team is here to support you through the enrollment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Skilled trade classes, including Automotive Service Technician, Combination Welding, Diesel Heavy Truck Technician, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Basic Refrigeration, CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer.
Most diploma programs take around 10–13 months to complete, while CDL programs are much shorter—typically 1–2 months.
Yes! Our programs feature labs, externships, and real-world training. CDL students spend time behind the wheel, while healthcare students complete clinical externships.
Yes. Many programs have day and evening options to fit your schedule.
Yes. Financial aid is available to San Antonio students who qualify, and our team will guide you through the FAFSA process.
STVT San Antonio offers multiple start dates throughout the year. Contact Admissions for the next available session.
Yes. Our campus has convenient on-site parking, and it’s also accessible by public transportation routes serving Southeast San Antonio, making it easier for students to get to class.
In addition to instructors who care about your progress, you’ll find support through Financial aid advisors, Career Services staff, and a friendly Admissions team. We’re here to help you from enrollment through graduation.
Ready to explore training programs at our San Antonio campus?
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.