IMPORTANT NOTICE
OCVTS is operating on a regular schedule today, 1/7/25. If a student’s home school district has a delayed opening, they will not be considered tardy for OCVTS this morning. This applies to our Academies (ALPS, GPAA, and MATES), as well as our Shared-Time Vocational Programs (Shared-Time: If sending districts have a delayed opening students will not be marked absent).
Due to the inclement weather expected in the area the OCVTS district will be closed on Monday, January 3, 2022. Adult evening school will also be closed.
AN INDUSTRY-LEADING LEARNING EXPERIENCE
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TO OUR OPEN HOUSE
Attend a Districtwide Open House on Thursday, February 1 from 6:30PM - 8:30PM. Adults & High School Seniors Attend a Special Info Session for our 10 Month Accelerated Programs at 5:30PM.
Tour Facilities, Speak with Instructors, Detailed Course Overviews
WHAT LOCATION TO VISIT? View Course Locator Chart
UPCOMING EVENTS
SMR
'25
2025 SUMMER CAMPS
Choose from 5 Camps this Summer in the areas of Culinary Arts, Design & Visual Communications, Performing Arts, Marine Science/STEM, and Law Enforcement
Join in on the fun this summer and experience a camp that is right for you.
FALL/SP
25/26
Fall 25 & Spring 26 Adult Evening Class Registration
Browse Courses & Register Online
This Fall & Spring Choose from Over 150 Classes & Apprentice Programs in 5 Trade Areas
JUNE 4, 2025
OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Students and Industry Employers
On Wednesday, June 4th, Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) hosted a highly successful healthcare career fair at their Toms River Campus. The event saw over 254 trade school students engaging directly with 43 employers from the healthcare industry. These students, well-prepared with resumes in hand, had the opportunity to apply for positions and discuss potential career paths with healthcare industry professionals.
May 22, 2025
OCVTS Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony Celebrates 114 Future Trades Professionals
OCVTS apprenticeship programs require students to complete 576 hours of trade-related classroom instruction in conjunction with 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with an employer sponsor. This structured approach prepares students for skilled careers in the trades while promoting academic and professional excellence.
MAY 14, 2025
OCVTS Hosts 4th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo
2025 Construction Trades Career Expo, hosted by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School, was a successful event that highlighted the importance of trade schools in the construction industry. The event, held on May 14, 2025, was attended by several vocational students, high school students, the general public, and over 58 key construction industry employers.
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SELECT PROGRAM OF STUDY
Choose from over 30 career training programs for high school students & adults, Seven 10-month career training programs for adult learners & Three full-time career academies for high school students.
SPEAK WITH US
High school students should speak with their school counselor. Adult learners contact one of our admissions representatives.
SUBMIT APPLICATION
Fill out an online application & submit it. Adult learners make sure to inquire about financial assistance. Shared time students applying for programs starting in September 2025 , the application will open January 2, 2025.