Southern Careers Institute-Austin

Southern Careers Institute-Austin is a private for-profit two-year institution located in Austin, Texas, within a large city setting. The institute enrolls 1,943 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 41.33 out of 100. Its completion rate is 52% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 61% (IPEDS 2023).

The institute offers certificate programs in healthcare and skilled trades. Program offerings include Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, Medical/Clinical Assistant, and Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician — all available at the one-to-two-year certificate level.

Located in Austin, Texas, Southern Careers Institute provides focused, short-term vocational training for students seeking rapid entry into healthcare and HVAC careers. The Austin campus serves a growing metropolitan area with strong demand for both medical support staff and skilled trades workers.