About Coastal Education University
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ABout us
Established in 2026, Coastal Education University aims to meet a vital need in our community by providing top-quality continuing education to healthcare workers throughout Ventura County and the surrounding areas.
We are dedicated to supporting the professional development of the healthcare workforce and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support your organization's educational needs.
Meet the Director
Laura Ortega MSN, RN, PHN has 15 years of nursing experience, where she has developed an extensive background in clinical education and patient care across a diverse range of healthcare environments.
Her clinical expertise includes experience in long-term and skilled nursing facilities, subacute care, public health, definitive observation unit, and telemetry departments.
This breadth of experience has allowed her to cultivate a versatile skill set that balances high-level clinical judgment with a dedicated focus on educational leadership.
What Makes Us Different
At Coastal Education University, we provide a comprehensive range of course topics, offering both BRN and CDPH continuing education hours to help your team meet their professional requirements.
What sets our program apart is our flexibility; we are happy to bring our training directly to your location, providing high-quality instruction at your convenience.
Our Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
Mission
Mission
At Coastal Education University, our mission is to empower healthcare professionals through high-quality, evidence-based continuing education that enhances clinical excellence, fosters professional growth, and strengthens the quality of patient care across our communities.
Vision
Mission
Mission
To be the most trusted source for healthcare continuing education in California's Central Coast—advancing practice, inspiring lifelong learning, and shaping the future of compassionate, competent care.
Values
Mission
Values
Excellence – We deliver education that meets the highest professional and ethical standards in healthcare.
Integrity – We build trust through honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.
Innovation – We embrace creativity and technology to make learning engaging, relevant, and accessible.
Collaboration – We partner with he
Excellence – We deliver education that meets the highest professional and ethical standards in healthcare.
Integrity – We build trust through honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.
Innovation – We embrace creativity and technology to make learning engaging, relevant, and accessible.
Collaboration – We partner with healthcare organizations and professionals to strengthen workforce development.
Compassion – We honor the heart of healthcare by nurturing empathy, respect, and understanding in every learner.
Growth – We inspire continuous learning and career advancement for all levels of healthcare professionals.