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Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2500 80th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 · Phone: (651) 450-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Inver Hills Community College is a public trade/career school in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, offering CNA classes and EMT & paramedic training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Inver Hills Community College has a 23.8% completion rate versus a 48.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,965 and median earnings of $49,898 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Inver Hills Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV), and about 23.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,340 | $48,090 | $52,940 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (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 | 118 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 48 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $50,856 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | $62,012 | 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
Inver Hills Community College is a public community college in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing-related offerings recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students (Title IV participation). Among its trade and career programs, the campus most commonly awards credentials in CNA classes and EMT & paramedic training, drawing from a broader set of four program families and 169 recent trade completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 2,193.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 23.8%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2% for comparable programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,965, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $49,898. About 23.8% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, focused credentials such as CNA and EMT training rather than full associate degrees, though program length details are not specified here. Adults considering a career change should independently verify program length, schedule, and format directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the college directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Inver Hills Community College's most commonly awarded trade programs are CNA classes and EMT & paramedic training, part of four total program families offered on campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used by eligible students.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 23.8%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $13,965, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $49,898, per the 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?
Inver Hills Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level aid programs, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; prospective students should contact the school to confirm schedules for CNA classes, EMT training, or other offerings.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's federal outcome data and confirm details directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the school's listing page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs, such as CNA classes and EMT training, are typically shorter, focused credentials, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported here, so adult learners should confirm fit directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials, such as CNA certification or EMT licensure, follow completion of each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Inver Hills Community College at (651) 450-3000 or visit https://www.inverhills.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; prospective students can use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173799 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.