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Heartland Community College
Normal, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1500 West Raab Road, Normal, IL 61761 · Phone: (309) 268-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Heartland Community College is a public trade and career school in Normal, Illinois, offering CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and welding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Heartland Community College has a 53.6% completion rate, near the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $7,826 and median earnings of $40,768 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Heartland Community College; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 20.7% 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 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Dental assistants | $37,360 | $48,610 | $56,860 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,550 | $46,650 | $49,150 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| 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 | 240 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 90 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 82 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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
Heartland Community College is a public community college in Normal, Illinois, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission along with specialized accreditors for nursing, physical therapy, and radiologic technology programs. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards trade and career credentials across 13 program families, with the most completed being CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and welding schools.
Among its 2,997 undergraduate students, 536 completed trade programs, and the overall completion rate is 53.6%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,826, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,768. About 20.7% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus is located in a midsize suburb and offers a mix of short career-training programs (like CNA and EMT) alongside longer allied-health and technical tracks. The variety of program lengths suggests options for both quick entry into the workforce and more in-depth technical training, which may suit adult learners or career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here. To verify accreditation status and outcomes, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact Heartland Community College directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Heartland Community College offers 13 program families, with the most completed being CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with specialized accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.6%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,826, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,768, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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?
Heartland Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state-supported programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (309) 268-8000 or visit heartland.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided, or confirm accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short programs like CNA and EMT training and longer allied-health tracks, which may suit different needs, but specific scheduling and format details for adult learners are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Heartland Community College at (309) 268-8000 or through its website, https://www.heartland.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; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.