Florida law requires licensed schools to disclose program outcome data to all prospective students before enrollment. The rates below reflect official data submitted to the Commission for Independent Education for Coastal Technical Institute in Palm Bay, Florida.
Reporting Period: July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025The table below shows official graduation, retention, and placement rates for each healthcare program at Coastal Technical Institute in Palm Bay, FL, as reported to the Commission for Independent Education (CIE Form 801). The institution's overall graduation rate is 96.49% and overall placement rate is 73.06%.
| Program | Graduation Rate | Retention Rate | Placement Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing AssistantHealthcare | 99.30% | 99.30% | 76.43% |
| PhlebotomyHealthcare | 97.73% | 97.73% | 74.42% |
| Practical Nursing (LPN)Healthcare | 78.26% | 93.90% | 77.78% |
| Home Health AideHealthcare | 94.74% | 94.74% | 38.89% |
| Institution Total | 96.49% | 97.21% | 73.06% |
CTI's Practical Nursing graduates pass the NCLEX-PN at 94.12% — well above the 2025 national average of 86.06%. Nursing Assistant graduates pass the Florida CNA exam at 89.06%, matching the statewide average of 89.08%. Neither program is on probation with the Florida Board of Nursing.
National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses
Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Examination
Common questions prospective students ask about outcomes, pass rates, and accreditation at Coastal Technical Institute in Palm Bay, Florida.
Coastal Technical Institute has an overall institution graduation rate of 96.49% for the reporting period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Individual programs range from 78.26% (Practical Nursing) to 99.30% (Nursing Assistant).
In 2025, CTI's LPN program had a 94.12% first-time NCLEX-PN pass rate, compared to the national average of 86.06%. 17 CTI students sat for the NCLEX-PN for the first time during this period.
In 2025, CTI's Nursing Assistant program had an 89.06% first-time CNA pass rate on the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Examination. 128 CTI students sat for the exam for the first time during this period. The statewide average for the same period was 89.08%.
No. Coastal Technical Institute is not on probation with the Florida Board of Nursing. Both the Practical Nursing (LPN) and Nursing Assistant (CNA) programs are in good standing and approved by the Florida Board of Nursing as of 2025.
Coastal Technical Institute is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education (CIE ID #5973) and has applied for accreditation with the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). The Nursing Assistant and Practical Nursing programs are approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. Contact CIE at (888) 224-6884 for more information.
Coastal Technical Institute (CIE ID #5973) is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education. The Nursing Assistant and Practical Nursing programs are approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.
To practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Florida, students must pass the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Examination (Testing Code #1691). To practice as a Practical Nurse in Florida, students must pass the NCLEX-PN (NCLEX Code #US70114300).
Additional information about program passage rates can be found at floridanursing.gov/education-and-training-programs. For questions about this institution's licensure, contact the Commission for Independent Education at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400 or call toll-free (888) 224-6884.
Rates are calculated based on data submitted to the Commission for Independent Education (CIE) for the reporting period July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025.
Placement rates reflect graduates who obtained employment in their field of study. Rates are subject to annual update.
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Coastal Technical Institute (Formerly Brevard Nursing Academy) is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education (CIE), License number 5973, and approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (BON). Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400,
Toll-free telephone number (888) 224-6684.
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