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Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie
Port Saint Lucie, Florida · Private for-profit
Address: 9022 South US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 · Phone: (772) 221-9799 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie is a private for-profit trade school in Port Saint Lucie, FL, offering medical assistant, LPN, and HVAC programs, accredited by ACEN and ABHES.
Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie has a 52.8% completion rate, below the state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $12,346 and median earnings of $32,886 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and about 77.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $21,485 | $22,303 | $9,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $43,454 | $41,667 | $17,667 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $27,907 | $30,870 | $13,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $25,774 | $24,376 | $12,293 |
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
Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus offers four program families, with the largest enrollments in medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and HVAC schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 52.8%, which is below the state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,346, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,886. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 77.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income students enrolled at this location.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training in healthcare support roles or HVAC work rather than a traditional multi-year degree, though exact program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Adults considering a career change should confirm scheduling, program length, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the school's accreditors or by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard listing for this campus before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie offers four program families, most notably medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and HVAC schools, along with dental assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.8%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,346, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,886.
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 (772) 221-9799 or visit fortis.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie is a private for-profit school, which typically means tuition may differ from public community colleges and outcomes should be compared carefully using Scorecard data.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm schedules and timelines.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACEN and ABHES, and review outcome data using the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs, such as medical assistant and HVAC training, are common paths for career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported here; confirm directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie at (772) 221-9799 or through its website, fortis.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard tool 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.