Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Undergraduate certificate · Northeast Iowa Community College · Calmar, IA
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Northeast Iowa Community College earn a median of $62,601. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $56,073 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,200–$76,301). Median debt is $13,000, about 21% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants (Undergraduate certificate) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Iowa Community College District Davenport | $45,662 | $14,236 |
| Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny | $34,390 | — |
| Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs | $33,043 | $12,229 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City | $29,348 | $8,931 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Northeast Iowa Community College make?
The median salary is $62,601 and $60,676 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.