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Coastal Pines Technical College
Waycross, Georgia · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 1701 Carswell Ave, Waycross, GA 31503 · Phone: (912) 287-5818 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Coastal Pines Technical College is a public trade school in Waycross, Georgia, offering welding, CNA, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Coastal Pines Technical College has a 48.3% completion rate, near the Georgia state average of 49.7%, and median graduate earnings of $30,214 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data, but Coastal Pines Technical College participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 28.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 231 | $50,619 | $36,312 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 220 | $34,012 | $32,071 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 153 | $20,915 | $19,835 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 122 | $14,039 | $14,318 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 62 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 53 | $34,012 | $32,071 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 42 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 39 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $14,039 | $14,318 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | $37,568 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $50,619 | $36,312 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | $28,366 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | $37,568 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $20,915 | $19,835 | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $32,925 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | $28,366 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | $28,366 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $36,195 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | not reported | $28,366 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $36,195 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $50,619 | $36,312 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $50,619 | $36,312 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | $28,366 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $32,925 | 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 Pines Technical College is a public trade and career school in Waycross, Georgia. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The college holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with specialized program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 28 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in welding, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs, alongside offerings in HVAC, electrician, diesel mechanic, phlebotomy, and other trade fields.
Federal data show a completion rate of 48.3%, which is near the Georgia state average of 49.7%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $30,214. About 28.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and the annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 1,144 trade completers among 1,648 total undergraduates, and a locale classified as a remote town, this campus appears set up to serve local residents seeking direct entry into skilled trades or healthcare support roles. The mix of short career-training programs and health-science tracks may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not listed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Coastal Pines Technical College offers 28 program families, with the most completions in welding schools, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs. Other offerings include HVAC, electrician, diesel mechanic, phlebotomy, and cosmetology programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 48.3%, which is near the Georgia state average of 49.7%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for further detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $30,214, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (912) 287-5818 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Coastal Pines Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents compared to private for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to ask about specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485458.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade and healthcare-support programs in a remote-town setting, which may appeal to local adults seeking direct entry into skilled trades, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about requirements for specific programs like CNA or radiologic technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Coastal Pines Technical College at (912) 287-5818 or visit https://www.coastalpines.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; consult the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across other institutions.
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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.