Southern Careers Institute - San Antonio

9 months to complete the Automotive Service Technician program
Paid-on-the-job training that allows you to learn while you earn
Prepare for employment as a full service auto technician, general service mechanic, quick lube service technician, and more
Sit for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification
Work in local dealerships during training
No experience necessary to enroll

Earn a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A with Air Brakes and Combination Endorsements) upon certification
Flexible program that can be completed in as little as 4 weeks
Prepare for employment as daily local truck route driver, interstate regional truck driver, interstate OTR truck driver, and more
Learn skills such as hands-on driving, backing and turning, vehicle reporting, and safety precautions and procedures

Jumpstart your career as a Computer Support Specialist by completing our program in as little as 7 months
Prepare to sit for certifications in IC3, CompTIA, NETWORK PRO, and more
Develop a career path as an IT Support Technician, Office Help Desk Specialist, Desktop Support Technician, and more
Join a growing and rewarding IT market

Complete the program to qualify for on-the-job training hours towards Texas state licensing
Prepare for electrician entry level roles such as wiring installers, residential or commercial electricians, and more
Become a Residential Electrician after 4,000 hours of supervised training and completion of exam

Train for your career working in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC). Learn how to install, maintain, restore, and repair temperature control equipment for residential and commercial properties
Prepare to sit for NCCER, EPA, Green, R410A, Indoor Air Quality certification exams upon completion of the program
Develop the skills for troubleshooting HVAC systems, EP regulation requirements, construction drawing interpretations, green technologies, and more
Choose from convenient day or evening programs to fit your lifestyle

Gain expertise in commercial, industrial, and small business work with plate welding.
Get training on Shielded Metal Arc Welding (stick welding), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/ MIG), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/ TIG)
Earn a program certificate in as little as 7 months
Learn welding safety, machine setup, metallurgy, and more in a hands-on environment

Learn valuable components of becoming a successful medical team member, including EKG monitoring, patient care, pharmacology, and clinical skills
Prepare to sit for your certification in as little as 36 weeks
Work toward certifications as a Medical Administrative Assistant, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Certified EKG Technician, Electronic Health Records Specialist, and more

Join a career field expected to experience growth over the next decade
Complete the program in as little as 36 weeks
Gain eligibility for certification to become a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, Medical Administrative Assistant, or Electronic Health Records Specialist
Develop skills in medical insurance, medical codes, computer applications, and more

Learn an array of skills to prepare for a career running and managing a medical office
Experience interactive curriculum to hone in your developmental skills as a medical office specialist
Develop a career in physicians’ offices, hospitals, emergency care clinics, and more

Build up the knowledge and experience to qualify for Certified Nurse Aide and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certifications
Develop the critical skills necessary to provide clinical care
Work toward a career with clinical experience, restorative services, and nursing and personal care skills

Complete our 40-week program and pass the certification exam to start your career as a Pharmacy Technician
Develop important skills in computer applications, pharmacy operations, procedural instruction, and more
Work toward a completed certification as a Pharmacy Technician
Gain critical knowledge and develop hands-on experience in prescription processing, FDA drug safety, pharmacology, and more