Lamson Institute, San Antonio

What Lamson Institute, San Antonio does

Lamson Institute is a private vocational training institution located at 5819 NW Loop 410, Suite 160, in San Antonio, Texas. It operates as a branch campus of the Institute for Business and Technology (IBT), which was founded in 1965 in Santa Clara, California; Lamson itself was established in 2007. The institution delivers hands-on, instructor-led career training across roughly seven to ten programs spanning skilled trades (Electrician Training, Commercial Refrigeration/HVAC), allied health (Medical Assistant, Medical Biller/Coder, Lab Assistant/EKG/Phlebotomist, Vocational Nursing, Optical/Optometric Assistant), IT (a 21-month online-hybrid Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity AAS degree), and ancillary fields (Dental Assisting, Personal Fitness Trainer). Programs range from approximately 9 to 21 months in length and are designed to prepare students for industry-recognized certifications including EPA 608 (via ESCO Institute), HVAC Excellence credentials, NCCT Medical Assistant certification, AAPC CPC-A, NCLEX-PN, and Electrical Trainee (ET) certification through the Texas Dept. of Apprenticeship Standards. Curriculum is structured around industry-standard equipment and real-world training environments, supported by small class sizes and individualized instruction from industry-experienced faculty.

Lamson is accredited by both the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET), both listed by the U.S. Department of Education, and is approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Career Schools and Colleges Section. The institution maintains an ecosystem of program-specific affiliations with HVAC Excellence, ESCO Institute, NCCT, AAPC, and the Texas Dept. of Apprenticeship Standards to align credentials with employer-recognized qualifications.

The business model is tuition-driven: revenue is generated through per-program tuition charges for vocational training, with financial aid, scholarships, and VA-approved training available for qualifying students. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is established through direct inquiry, the school's Net Price Calculator, or admissions representative consultation. Go-to-market is sales-led via a direct enrollment model targeting working adults and career changers, using a mix of inbound marketing channels (website with SEO-optimized blog content, a free career readiness quiz, and Facebook social presence) and outbound phone-based admissions outreach supported by campus tours and information request forms. The school also operates a Career Services Department that maintains employer relationships across Southern Texas to support graduate placement. The operating geography is San Antonio and Southern Texas, with the IT program being the only online-hybrid offering extending reach beyond the immediate campus catchment.

Name

Lamson Institute, San Antonio

Legal name

Institute for Business and Technology (IBT)

Website

https://lamsoninstitute.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lamson Institute is a San Antonio vocational training school and branch campus of the Institute for Business and Technology (IBT), offering accredited healthcare, skilled trades, and IT certification programs to working adults pursuing career changes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational and Career Training Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Industry Credential, Certification & Badge Prep (Non-Degree) (EDAMAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

Keywords

• Vocational training programs
• Career college education
• Healthcare career training
• Skilled trades training
• Technical certification programs

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Program Fees: Lamson Institute generates revenue through tuition charges for its vocational training programs. The school offers financial aid, scholarships, and VA-approved training for qualifying students. Programs are priced with varying lengths (9-21 months) affecting total program costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lamson Institute is a private career college that sells tuition-based vocational training programs in healthcare (Medical Assistant, Medical Biller/Coder, Lab Assistant/EKG/Phlebotomist, Vocational Nursing, Dental Assisting, Optical/Optometric Assistant, Personal Fitness Trainer), skilled trades (Electrician, Commercial Refrigeration/HVAC), and information technology (Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity AAS). Programs run 9 to 21 months, blend classroom and hands-on instruction, and prepare graduates for industry certifications and entry-level employment. The school also provides career placement assistance, externships, tutoring, and ongoing alumni refresher courses, with financial aid and VA-approved funding available for qualifying students.

Product overview

Lamson Institute is a vocational/trade school offering multiple career-focused training programs across healthcare and technical/trades fields. The institution operates as a portfolio of distinct training programs rather than a unified platform with modules. Core programs include: Electrician Training and Commercial Refrigeration/HVAC (technical trades); Medical Assistant, Medical Biller/Coder/Office Specialist, Lab Assistant/EKG Technician/Phlebotomist, Vocational Nursing, and Optical/Optometric Assistant (healthcare); Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity AAS (IT); plus Personal Fitness Trainer and Dental Assisting. Programs range from 9 months to 21 months for degrees, with industry-recognized certifications available upon graduation. The school also provides career services, tutoring, and flexible scheduling (day/evening courses) as student support services.

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Products and services

• Electrician Training Vocational training program preparing students for entry-level careers in the electrical industry, covering electrical code, wiring installation, conduit bending, motors and transformer systems, and industrial controls. Graduates are prepared to test for Electrical Trainee (ET) Certification through the Dept. of Apprenticeship Standards - Electrician Certification Unit.
• Commercial Refrigeration, Heating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Lab Assistant, EKG Technician, and Phlebotomist
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Biller/Coder/Office Specialist
• Vocational Nursing
• Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity AAS
• Personal Fitness Trainer
• Dental Assisting
• Optical/Optometric Assistant

Quantifiable outcome

• Most programs completed in under 1 year (9-10.5 months for medical/trades, 21 months for Cloud Computing AAS)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Institute for Business and Technology (IBT)coreOthersLamson Institute is a branch campus of IBT, located in Santa Clara, California. IBT has been training students for new careers since 1965. This parent organization provides institutional oversight, accreditation support, and operational framework for the Lamson campus.
• Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)coreOthersACCSC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally-recognized accrediting agency. Lamson is accredited as a branch location of IBT, maintaining quality standards for all programs.
• Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET)coreOthersACCET is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. Lamson maintains dual accreditation through both ACCSC and ACCET.
• Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)coreOthersLamson is approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission, Career Schools and Colleges Section, Austin, Texas. Holds a TWC Certificate to operate a career school in Texas.
• ESCO InstitutemajorTechnology or IntegrationLamson's CRHAC program is affiliated with ESCO Institute and offers Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification. Students prepare for EPA 608 certification required for technicians working with refrigerants.
• HVAC ExcellencemajorTechnology or IntegrationLamson's HVAC program is accredited through HVAC Excellence, ensuring curriculum meets industry standards for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning professionals.
• National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)majorTechnology or IntegrationLamson's Medical Assisting program is affiliated with NCCT. Graduates are prepared to obtain Medical Assistant National Certification from NCCT.
• Dept. of Apprenticeship Standards - Electrician Certification UnitmajorTechnology or IntegrationLamson's Electrician Program is approved by the Dept. of Apprenticeship Standards - Electrician Certification Unit. Students are eligible to receive their Electrician Trainee's (ET) Card while in school.
• AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)majorTechnology or IntegrationMedical Biller/Coder/Office Assistant program prepares students for Certified Professional Coder-A (CPC-A) certification from AAPC.
• Texas Employers NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLamson maintains relationships with employers throughout Texas through its Career Services Department, providing graduates with job placement assistance and access to an extensive network of employers in Southern Texas.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/175488465807936
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lamson-institute

Compliance11 records

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