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Technical Schools

Technical Schools

Technical schools offer, specialized training to prepare students for a particular career. These schools offer shorter (sometimes cheaper) programs than the typical 4-year university program. A student at a technical school will be awarded a vocational degree for a specific trade or career. 

    • Business Office Administration (Salinas)  
    • Electrician (Soledad) 
    • Childcare   
    • Green Building Construction Skills (Soledad)   
    • Culinary (San Jose)  
    • Medical Assistant (Salinas)
    • Facility Maintenance Technician (Salinas) 
    • Truck Driving & Logistics (Soledad)
    • Administrative Medical Assistant (Salinas)
    • Welding (Watsonville)
    • Automotive Specialist (San Jose)
    • Early Childhood Care and Education (San Jose)
    • HVAC Technician & Green Technology (San Jose)
    • IT Support Specialist (San Jose)

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  • Programs offered at UTI:

    • Automotive   
    • Diesel   
    • Motorcycle   
    • Marine   
    • CNC Machining   
    • Collision Repair   
    • Specialized Training

    Learn more about UTI and the programs offered at the school.

  • Do your research, community colleges also offer certificate programs
    Certificate programs can be completed short term, 3-9 months. If you want to get into the work field sooner rather than later, a certificate may be a great stepping-stone toward your long-term goal. 

  • Central Coast College offer programs that give you the skills needed for a new career.
    You can receive training in the areas of:

    • Medical Assisting   
    • Medical Administrative Assistant   
    • Nursing Assistant   
    • Phlebotomy Technician   
    • Veterinary Assistant   
    • Veterinary Technology   
    • Computer Specialist: Accounting   
    • Business Administrative Specialist 

    To get enrollment and program information click here.

  • Learn Dental Terminology Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Hands-on Training of Dental Procedures Hand-on Training of Dental Equipment and Instruments Extensive Training on Employment Portfolio’s Extensive Training on Proper Interview Techniques.
    This Class Could Jump Start Your Career towards the Following Choices:

    • Dentist Dental Assistant 
    • Dental Receptionist Dental Lab Technician 
    • Dental Hygienist 
    • Dental Specialist 
    • Dental Radiologist

    For More Information, Please Call Soledad Adult School 678-6300