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
YOU'RE INVITED
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
FALL
'26
2026 Academy Info Sessions
Full-Time High School Career Academies in the areas of: Performing Arts, Marine and Environmental Science & Law Enforcement
Explore a 4 year high school with a career focus for college bound students
SY
26/27
Fall 26 & Spring 27 Adult Evening Class Registration
Browse Courses & Register Online
This Fall & Spring Choose from Over 150 Classes & Apprentice Programs in 5 Trade Areas
NOV
1
5th Annual 5k Turkey Dash & Mile Fun Run/Walk
Proceeds Benefit the OCVTS Foundation for Vocational Technical Education & The OCVTS Feed the Need Campaign
Enjoy a scenic 5K course along the Barnegat Branch Trail
October 14, 2026
OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering
From classroom to career, OCVTS and Olmeda Consulting are turning industry-aligned training into real-world opportunities. Two Engineering Technology graduates secured jobs within 3 months after graduation as Instrument Operators, highlighting how specialized training prepares students for careers in engineering and land surveying. OCVTS will expand these opportunities with its new Civil Engineering CADD and Surveying program launching in 2027.
September 4, 2026
Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students
The Ocean County Vocational Technical School District (OCVTS) is proud to announce a major milestone that will expand career training opportunities for 222 additional students and strengthen workforce development across Ocean County.
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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 2026 , the application will open January 5 2026.