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Trade School in McAllen for Skilled Trades & Healthcare
Career-focused education in McAllen designed to grow skills and open doors
Start Building Your Future
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Address: 1800 South Main St, #500, McAllen, TX 78503
Phone: (956) 322-4790
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-7pm, Friday 8am-5pm
Trade Programs Offered at STVT McAllen
If you’ve been searching for a trade school in McAllen that’s flexible and practical, you’ve found it. Our programs are designed with real people in mind—busy adults who want to gain new skills without putting their whole life on hold.
Automotive Service Technician
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, Corpus Christi, McAllen, 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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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.
Electrical
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Skilled Trades
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Arlington, Brownsville, McAllen
Take pride in your work. Train in electrical installation that’s safe and up to code, so you can pursue entry-level careers in servicing electrical work across a range of settings.
Diploma: 50 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 Billing & Coding
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Healthcare
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Brownsville, Weslaco, McAllen
Train in billing and coding skills that are essential to healthcare offices. Learn how to perform correct patient billing and determine accurate payments to practices. Includes an externship in a real medical office setting.
Diploma: 72 Credit Hours, 15 Months
Medical Clinical Assistant
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Healthcare
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Arlington, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, McAllen, Weslaco
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 McAllen
Hands-On Learning
We believe the best way to learn is by doing. Our labs, shops, and training spaces are designed to feel like the real thing.
Supportive Instructors
You’ll be guided by instructors who know the field and genuinely care about your success.
Flexible Scheduling
We get it—life is busy. That’s why we offer day and evening options so you can balance school, work, and family.
Career Services
From mock interviews to résumé help, our team is here to support your job search after graduation. (Employment not guaranteed.)
Ready to get started?
Enroll at STVT’s McAllen campus to start building skills for your future.
Explore a STVT Campus
From labs with industry standard equipment to welcoming student spaces, our McAllen campus is built to give you the tools and environment you need to succeed.
Experience our trade school in person by booking a campus tour and see where your training journey can begin.
McAllen Campus Hours and Contact Information
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1800 South Main St, #500,
McAllen, TX 78503 -
(956) 322-4790
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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 McAllen campus?
The STVT admissions team is here to support you through the enrollment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
McAllen offers Medical Clinical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Dental Assisting, HVAC/BR, Electrical, and CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer.
Program availability can change—confirm with Admissions.
Most diplomas can be completed in 10–15 months. CDL is much shorter—usually 1–2 months.
Yes! Healthcare programs include externships, skilled trades use labs, and CDL training puts you behind the wheel.
Many programs offer both day and evening options. Ask Admissions about the latest schedules.
Yes. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, and our team will walk you through the FAFSA process.
STVT has multiple start dates throughout the year, so you won’t have to wait long to begin.
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.