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Coastal Alabama Community College
Bay Minette, Alabama · Public community college
Address: 1900 U S Highway 31 South, Bay Minette, AL 36507 · Phone: (251) 580-2100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Coastal Alabama Community College is a public trade and career school in Bay Minette, Alabama offering LPN/LVN, welding, and EMT training, with programs accredited by nursing and dental accreditation bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Coastal Alabama Community College has a 31.3% completion rate, below the state average of 45.5%, with median graduate debt of $11,000 and median earnings of $34,894 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Coastal Alabama Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 35.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $39,880 | $57,030 | $61,800 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,710 | $48,490 | $60,120 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,620 | $37,810 | $44,210 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $48,350 | $82,260 | $94,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
| Surgical technologists | $36,490 | $49,420 | $59,990 |
| Dental assistants | $30,840 | $39,080 | $47,100 |
| Barbers | $26,380 | $29,120 | $29,120 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,030 | $45,640 | $61,560 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $37,720 | $58,670 | $64,730 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 167 | $31,675 | $28,598 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 139 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 82 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $38,662 | $31,839 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $38,662 | $31,839 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Coastal Alabama Community College is a public community college in Bay Minette, Alabama, located in a distant town setting. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. Its trade and career programs are accredited in specific fields, including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Across its 17 program offerings spanning fields like nursing, welding, aviation mechanics, cosmetology, and more, the campus's most-awarded programs are LPN/LVN training (167 completers), welding (139 completers), and EMT & paramedic training (90 completers).
In federal outcome data, the overall completion rate is 31.3%, which is below the state average of 45.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $34,894. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 35.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials in fields like nursing support, welding, or emergency medical services rather than long multi-year degrees, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Career changers considering a return to school should weigh the below-average completion rate against the program-specific accreditation and relatively low debt levels. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and confirm program-specific details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Coastal Alabama Community College offers 17 program families including LPN/LVN programs, welding, EMT training, aviation mechanics, cosmetology, surgical tech, dental assisting, barbering, auto mechanics, and plumbing. The most-completed programs are LPN/LVN (167 completers), welding (139), and EMT & paramedic training (90).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Specific programs hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 35.7% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 31.3%, which is below the Alabama state average of 45.5%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carry a median debt of $11,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $34,894 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (251) 580-2100 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Coastal Alabama Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though this is not detailed further here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm the duration of specific programs like LPN, welding, or EMT training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101161, or contact the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families listed, such as welding, EMT training, and LPN programs, are often shorter, hands-on credentials, but specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (251) 580-2100 to learn about specific licensing pathways for programs like LPN or EMT training.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Coastal Alabama Community College by phone at (251) 580-2100 or through its website at https://www.coastalalabama.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101161 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.