Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Aveda Institute-South Florida

Nursing assistant and practical nursing programs in Florida show remarkable variation in outcomes, with top performers like Florida State College at Jacksonville placing graduates at nearly $58,000 while typical programs hover around $41,000. Aveda Institute-South Florida's certificate appears to track right at the state median based on comparable programs, which means starting wages of roughly $41,000 against an estimated $9,900 in debt—a manageable 0.24 debt-to-earnings ratio.

The relatively low debt estimate is the bright spot here, sitting below both the state median of $10,400 and well under the national figure of $14,800. However, the earnings picture is less encouraging. Florida's nursing assistant and LPN programs generally trail the national median by about $3,200, and this program appears to follow that pattern. With one-third of students receiving Pell grants, the modest starting salary becomes more concerning for families without financial cushions.

The key question is whether Aveda's specific program performs closer to those top Florida schools or falls below the state average—and without actual graduate data, there's no way to know. If you're considering this path, reach out to the school directly for placement rates and starting wages for their actual graduates. The field itself is stable and in demand, but at these estimated earnings levels, you'd want confirmation that this particular program delivers results before committing.