Trade Schools in Iowa - 2026 Directory

Browse 7 accredited trade schools and vocational programs in Iowa. Find programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, CDL training, and more.

7 Trade Schools

Welding Most Popular Program

$8,086 Avg. Tuition

10 Cities with Schools

Trade Schools by City in Iowa

Des Moines 2 schools Cedar Rapids 1 schools Davenport 2 schools Sioux City 0 schools Iowa City 0 schools Waterloo 2 schools Council Bluffs 0 schools Ames 0 schools West Des Moines 0 schools Ankeny 0 schools

All Trade Schools in Iowa

Des Moines Area Community College

Des Moines, IA Avg. Tuition: $7,600 Duration: 1-2 years

Welding Automotive HVAC Electrical CNC/Machining CDL

Accredited (HLC)

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Iowa School of Beauty - Des Moines

Des Moines, IA Avg. Tuition: $14,000 Duration: 12-15 months

Cosmetology

Accredited (NACCAS)

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Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA Avg. Tuition: $7,200 Duration: 1-2 years

Welding Automotive Electrical HVAC CNC/Machining Plumbing

Accredited (HLC)

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Eastern Iowa Community College

Davenport, IA Avg. Tuition: $7,000 Duration: 1-2 years

Welding Electrical HVAC CNC/Machining Automotive

Accredited (HLC)

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Scott Community College

Davenport, IA Avg. Tuition: $6,800 Duration: 9-18 months

Welding CDL Medical Automotive

Accredited (HLC)

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Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, IA Avg. Tuition: $7,400 Duration: 1-2 years

Welding Automotive HVAC CNC/Machining Electrical

Accredited (HLC)

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Iowa Central Community College

Waterloo, IA Avg. Tuition: $6,600 Duration: 9-18 months

Welding Electrical CDL Automotive

Accredited (HLC)

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Nearby States

Minnesota 8 schools Wisconsin 8 schools Illinois 12 schools Missouri 8 schools Nebraska 6 schools South Dakota 5 schools

Frequently Asked Questions About Trade Schools in Iowa

There are 7 accredited trade schools listed in our Iowa directory, offering programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, CDL, and more.

The average tuition for trade schools in Iowa is approximately $8,086. Costs vary widely depending on the program type, duration, and institution.

The most popular trade school program in Iowa is Welding, followed by other in-demand fields like HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.

Most trade schools in our Iowa directory are accredited by recognized organizations such as ACCSC, COE, or regional accreditors. Always verify accreditation status before enrolling.

Most trade school programs in Iowa take between 6 months and 2 years to complete, depending on the trade and whether the program is certificate-based or leads to an associate degree.