Southern Careers Institute (SCI) was founded in 1960. Since opening its doors, SCI has expanded its facilities to include seven campuses located in Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Pharr, San Antonio (North Campus) and San Antonio (South Campus). SCI has offered medical and business programs since 1992. In 1994, the pharmacy technician program was introduced. Today, SCI offers a variety of programs in the fields of medical, pharmacy, business, cosmetology, welding, computers, commercial motor vehicle operator, automotive technology, and HVAC both on-line and on ground.