Trade Schools in Iowa
14 schools with their programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. This is a directory, not a quality ranking. Real data, no affiliate padding.
#23
National Rank
14
Schools
15
Program Types
4
Certifications
4.8
Avg Programs/School
15
Observed Program Tags
Critical Skills: WeldingHVACPlumbingMachine
How This List Is Ordered
This is not a quality ranking, and we do not name a best school. Schools appear in order of how much verified program and credential data BOMAtlas currently holds for each one. The order is computed from these five components only, out of 62 points:
- Program breadth 0-20 pts
- Certification depth 0-15 pts
- Equipment and facilities 0-8 pts
- Accreditation 0-12 pts
- Financial aid eligibility (VA, Pell, WIOA) 0-7 pts
Schools with the same total are listed alphabetically. Nothing else affects the order: no commercial relationship with BOMForge, no measure of how completely we recorded a school, and no paid placement. No school pays to appear here or to appear higher.
A school further down the list may simply have less data confirmed so far. Absence of data is a gap in our records, not a negative signal about the school. Placement rates and starting salaries are shown below where a school has published them, but they do not affect the order, because we hold them for too few schools to compare fairly. The list is updated as new data is verified.
14 Trade Schools in Iowa in Detail
1
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy
the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon
the recommendation of the Committee of Accreditation of Education Programs for the
Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP)the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon
the recommendation of the Committee of Accreditation of Education Programs for the
Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP)the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management
Education (CAHIM)
Contact: Amy Gaffney — [email protected]
2
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate’s degreesVision BoardVision BoardVision Board
Contact: General Phone — —
3
Eastern Iowa Community College District
Davenport, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology
Certifications: NATE, HVAC Excellence
the Higher Learning Commission, meaning they meet or exceed their standardsagencies within their fieldsthe Iowa Department of Education , which also approves all of its academic
programsthe National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP)
Contact: Bryan Renfro — [email protected]
4
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA
🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical
VA Approved
Certifications: CNA
the Iowa Department of Educationthe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) , 3753 SE Convenience Blvdthe Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) , a Uthe Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) , a U
Contact: Dan Kinney — [email protected]
5
Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE
and boardThe Iowa College Student Aid CommissionThe Iowa College Student Aid CommissionEducation and Training Voucher Programs The Iowa College Student Aid
Commission
Contact: Anne Howsare Boyens —
[email protected]
6
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA
🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical💻 IT & Networking
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Western Iowa Tech Community College Visit Apply Register MyWIT About Locations
Cherokee Denison Le Mars Mapleton Accreditation Board of Directors BoardWestern Iowa Tech Community College Visit Apply Register MyWIT About Locations
Cherokee Denison Le Mars Mapleton Accreditation Board of Directors BoardAccreditation Accreditation The Higher Learning CommissionAccreditation Commission
Contact: Dr. Terry Murrell —
[email protected]
7
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology🤖 Robotics & Automation📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
1% graduation
Certifications: NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy
The cost for DMACC credit classes is set annually by the DMACC Boardbuilding and managing a boardSmall Business Consultant Schedule an Appointment Alicia Hoyos Small Business Coach
Schedule an Appointment Thank you to our partners The Directors Council
Contact: Rob J. Denson —
[email protected]
8
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
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Contact: Jesse Ulrich —
[email protected]
9
Ellsworth Community College
Iowa Falls, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication⚙️ CNC & Machining📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical💻 IT & Networking
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE
RN Boardand boardThe Iowa College Student Aid CommissionEducation and Training Voucher Programs The Iowa College Student Aid
Commission
Contact: Barb Klein —
[email protected]
10
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining
Certifications: NATE
the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)Leadership Boardkirkwood BoardLeadership Board
Contact: Kristie Fisher —
[email protected]
11
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA
⚙️ CNC & Machining🤖 Robotics & Automation📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical💻 IT & Networking🚛 Commercial Driving
VA Approved
The Higher Learning Commission 30 NYear Anniversary Accreditation BoardYear Anniversary Accreditation BoardYear Anniversary Accreditation Board
Contact: Joel C. Pedersen —
[email protected]
12
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining📡 Electronics & Instrumentation
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Living Expenses Formerly known as room and boardVeterans Affairs Commission
Contact: Aaron Sauerbrei —
[email protected]
13
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA
📚 General Trades
Contact: Matt Thompson —
[email protected]
14
Iowa Lakes Community College
Estherville, IA
📚 General Trades
Contact: Scott Stokes — [email protected]
📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting Schools in Iowa
💻 IT & Networking Schools in Iowa
⚙️ CNC & Machining Schools in Iowa
🏥 Healthcare & Medical Schools in Iowa
🏗️ Construction & Carpentry Schools in Iowa
🔥 Welding & Fabrication Schools in Iowa
🚗 Automotive Technology Schools in Iowa
🏭 Manufacturing Technology Schools in Iowa
Certifications Available
NATE8 schools
CNA3 schools
Phlebotomy2 schools
HVAC Excellence1 schools
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trade schools are in Iowa?
There are 14 trade schools in Iowa tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 15
different fields.
What are the most popular trade programs in Iowa?
The most common programs are CAD/CAM & Drafting, IT & Networking, CNC &
Machining. These reflect strong employer demand in the state.
What certifications can I earn at Iowa trade schools?
Schools in Iowa offer 4 different certifications including NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy, HVAC
Excellence.
How is this list of Iowa trade schools ordered?
This is not a quality ranking and we do not name a best school. Schools are ordered by
how much verified program and credential data BOMAtlas currently holds for each one,
using five components: program breadth (0-20 points), certification depth (0-15),
equipment and facilities (0-8), accreditation (0-12), and financial aid eligibility for
VA, Pell and WIOA (0-7). Schools with the same total are ordered alphabetically. Nothing
else is used: no commercial relationship with BOMForge, no measure of how completely we
recorded a school, and no paid placement. A school lower in the list may simply have
less data confirmed so far, which is a gap in our records and not a judgment about the
school.
How does Iowa compare to other states for trade education?
Iowa ranks #23 nationally with 14 schools and 9 unique program types.
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