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
'25
2025 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
JAN
10
CAREER DISCOVERY DAY 2026
Participate in Activities While Learning About Different Careers
Enjoy a Fun Filled Day of Hands-on Activities & Demonstrations
FEB
5
OPEN HOUSE 2026
Experience Career & Technical Education
Come tour our state-of-the-art buildings, meet program instructors, receive a course overview, & participate in live program demonstrations.
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
NOV 26, 2025
OCVTS Culinary Arts Students Prepare 3,800 Thanksgiving Meals for Families in Need
OCVTS Culinary Arts staff and students at the OCVTS Brick campus partnered with RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center and Seeds of Service to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,800 meals will be distributed.
November 19, 2025
OCVTS Celebrates Eighth Student-Constructed Home and Its First Official Build as a Registered Home Builder in Ocean County
The New Home Construction program held a groundbreaking ceremony marking the official start of its 2025–2026 new home project. This build represents the eighth student-constructed home produced by the program since its launch in 2014 and is the school’s first official build as a Registered Home Builder.
October 28, 2025
Partnership Between OCVTS Audio Engineering Program and KEF Audio Launches Series of Immersive Audio Workshops
The OCVTS Audio Engineering Program has launched a new partnership with KEF Audio, a global leader in high-fidelity sound innovation. The collaboration introduces a series of immersive audio workshops, upgraded studio technology, and scholarship opportunities designed to enhance student learning through immersive audio technology and hands-on professional experience.
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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.