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Black Hawk College
Moline, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 6600-34th Avenue, Moline, IL 61265 · Phone: (309) 796-5000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Black Hawk College is a public trade and career school in Moline, Illinois, offering CNA classes, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Black Hawk College has a 39.7% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $8,375 and median earnings of $37,253 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; Black Hawk College does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 26.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,560 | $64,650 | $77,670 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Construction laborers | $38,880 | $60,690 | $95,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 210 | $39,177 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 35 | not reported | $13,702 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $39,177 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 19 | $38,699 | $46,478 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | $20,824 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | $13,702 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Black Hawk College is a public trade and career school in Moline, Illinois. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for programs here. The campus holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Across its 14 program offerings, the campus most commonly awards credentials in CNA classes (210 completers), welding (45 completers), and medical assistant programs (30 completers), alongside other trade fields like LPN, auto mechanics, medical billing and coding, surgical technology, EMT training, and construction trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 39.7%, which is below the state average of 58.4%. Median debt among graduates is $8,375, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,253. About 26.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a small city setting, serves a mix of program lengths across its trade offerings, from shorter certificate paths like CNA and welding to longer allied health tracks. The range of program families suggests options for both quick-entry career changers and those pursuing more extended clinical training, though specific program lengths and scheduling are not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome figures directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and confirm program-specific details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Black Hawk College offers 14 trade programs, most notably CNA classes (210 completers), welding (45 completers), and medical assistant programs (30 completers). Other program families include LPN, auto mechanics, medical billing and coding, surgical technology, EMT training, and construction trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Black Hawk College is accredited. It holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 39.7%, which is below the state average of 58.4%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,375, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,253, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Black Hawk College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools, and it participates in federal financial aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school at (309) 796-5000 or visit https://www.bhc.edu/ for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143279.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of shorter certificate programs like CNA and welding alongside longer allied health tracks, which may suit career changers seeking varied timelines, though specific scheduling details are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for specific programs like CNA, welding, or medical assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Black Hawk College at (309) 796-5000 or through its website, https://www.bhc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143279 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.