Start Your Healthcare Career in 6 Weeks
Healthcare Program — Palm Bay, FL

Start Your Healthcare Career in 6 Weeks

$30k–$42k startingstarting salary in FL (BLS, May 2023)

You want to make a difference. Let's get you certified and working — fast.

6 weeks · 120 clock hours
Certified Nursing Assistant
$35,390
Median Salary in FL (BLS, May 2023)
6 Weeks
Program Duration
120 hrs
Total Training Hours
210K+
Annual CNA Job Openings (US)
Curriculum

What you'll learn

Six weeks. Real skills. You'll spend every hour building the practical knowledge that nursing homes, hospitals, and care facilities actually need on day one.

Assisting patients with daily living activities
Taking and recording vital signs
Infection control and safety procedures
Basic nursing procedures and patient hygiene
Effective communication with patients and care teams
State CNA exam preparation and practice testing
Program Details

At a glance

Total Hours120 hours
Duration6 weeks
Tuition$1,180
CredentialCertified Nursing Assistant
LocationPalm Bay, FL
Financial AidPayment plans available
Why Coastal

We're not just a school. We're your career launchpad.

Fast Track to Certification

Six weeks from start to state exam. No drawn-out curriculum — just the skills you need, built to stick.

Aligned with Florida Standards

Aligned with Florida CNA certification standards so you hit the ground running on day one.

Career Placement Support

We help you prepare for your first job — including resume coaching, interview prep, and employer connections.

Small Class Sizes

Your instructor knows your name. More one-on-one time means fewer gaps in your training.

Natural Career Pathway

CNA is the first step. Many of our CNA grads go on to enroll in the LPN program right here at CTI.

Palm Bay Location

Accessible from Melbourne, West Melbourne, Malabar, Sebastian, and Grant-Valkaria.

Common Questions

Still have questions? We have answers.

The program is completed in 6 weeks. That's 120 hours of combined classroom and hands-on lab training.

Ready to start your healthcare career?

Next cohort starts November 9, 2026. Classes fill quickly — and we keep them small by design.

Next cohort: November 9, 2026 — Seats are limited. Secure yours now.