Top CNA Programs in Iowa
Nursing assistant training prepares for a state nurse aide competency exam. It is not licensed nurse education.
7 schools in Iowa reported CNA-level nursing awards to IPEDS or have a verified CNA program profile. CNA Programs in all states
Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026
Sources: IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education) / ACEN directory
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Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected
Schools (7)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Iowa Community College District | Davenport, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | — |
| Iowa Central Community College | Fort Dodge, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | — |
| Iowa Western Community College | Council Bluffs, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | — |
| North Iowa Area Community College | Mason City, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | ACEN |
| Southeastern Community College | West Burlington, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | — |
| Southwestern Community College | Creston, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | — |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College | Sioux City, IA | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN | ACEN |