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Whether you want to be a nurse at the bedside or the x-ray tech working behind the scenes, the healthcare field needs you. Assist surgeons, dentists, veterinarians, or support cancer patients. Become an EMT or take the next step in your career and become a paramedic. Gain all the training you need in two years or less, then step into a great career. We’ve got your pathway.

Health Sciences Programs

Cancer Information Management

Take action in the fight against cancer. At EICC, learn to collect, record, and analyze critical patient information using new technologies.


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Dental Assisting


Hands-on, fast-paced, and extremely rewarding. Our accredited program prepares you for a great career through intense lab and clinical experiences. Your skills are in high demand and highly-valued.

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Dental Hygiene


This partnership is a great opportunity. Complete some courses at EICC, then transfer into the AAS Dental Hygiene program at nearby Carl Sandburg College to finish your studies. Enjoy a great career.

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Emergency Medical Services, EMT, Paramedic

Provide life-saving care on-the-spot. At EICC, we teach you how. In as little as two years, become an EMT or a Paramedic, launch your careeer, and contribute to your community in a way that has real impact.

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Exercise Science & Kinesiology Transfer Major

Put your passion for sport and exercise to great use. We give you a strong start on a four-year degree and a career focused on health. Low-cost tuition and guaranteed transfer agreements in place.

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Health Information Management

The healthcare industry needs qualified Health Information Management professionals to receive, study, and protect patient records. Our online degree offers quick entry into this specialized field.

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Medical Assistant

Interested in health science and caring for others? We can have you job ready in less than a year in this full-time program. Spend two days a week taking courses online and two days in on-campus labs.

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Nursing Degree

Play a vital role in health care and in the lives of others. In our one-year and two-year accredited nursing programs, you are hands-on in the lab and in the community. Graduate with the skills to make a difference.

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Pre-Chiropractic

You can help people live their best life. Our partnership with Palmer College of Chiropractic is a path to achieve that goal. Spend two years with us. Save money. Get a great education and move on to Palmer.

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Pre-Health Professional

Planning a career in healthcare? In this pathway, you earn an associate's degree while building the science foundation to continue your studies. A great education that costs less. Why not start here?

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Radiologic Technology

Radiology techs play an essential role in saving lives. Learn the skills in our radiology lab and as you complete five clincials. Graduate from our accredited program in two years and get to work.

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Respiratory Care

We partnered with Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) to offer you this AAS program. It is a quick and easy path to your new profession in healthcare.



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Sonography - Diagnostic Cardiac

Here's a great path to build on your career. In two years, you can be a cardiac sonographer. Our program is in-depth, hands-on, and includes four clincial rotations. Gradate and take the certification exam.

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Sonography - Diagnostic Medical

Already hold a degree? Give us two years and learn how to gather sonographic data used to diagnose conditions and diseases. Complete five practicums. Graduate in high demand.

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Surgical Technology

Picture yourself standing in the operating room, expertly assisting surgeons while ensuring the safety of the patient. Give us two years, and that can be you. Our accredited program prepares you for certification.

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Professional Development & Career Training

Certified Nurse Aide

Want quick entry into the workforce and a great career? Become a certified Nurse Aide. Use your training and skills to care for people. Or as a first step into EICC's Nursing program or other healthcare pathways.

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Medication Aide

Already a CNA? Here's a quick way to move up the ladder. Learn to safely administer medications to people in nursing homes who count on your care. Build these skills in the classroom and at your job.

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Medication Manager

Upskill quickly, and reap the rewards. Learn how to safely give someone their medication or watch them take it themself. If you work in a 12-bed residential facility or smaller, this certificate is for you.

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Phlebotomy Technician

Become a phlebotomy technician in nine weeks. Get hands-on experience in our labs and local clinics. Job openings exceed the supply of well-trained, motivated professionals working in this important role.

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See our health programs in action

EICC hosted a multidisciplinary healthcare simulation at the Scott campus.

The 75-minute exercise followed the case of a 28-year-old pregnant patient who experiences an eclamptic seizure during a routine dental cleaning. After she's stabilized, first responders observe potential signs of intimate partner violence, prompting collaboration between healthcare providers, emergency personnel, and health information management professionals.

Meet our students and instructors

Interview with Radiologic Technology Program Director, Jan Jacobs

Jan, Program Director

Interview with Radiology Student, Olivia

Olivia, Student

Interview with Jodi, Sonography Program Director

Jodi, Program Director

Interview with Sonography Clinical Coordinator, Rhonda

Rhonda, Clinical Coordinator

Two students talking with Student Services staff member

Iowa's Last-Dollar Scholarship

Training for a high-demand career? Iowa's Last-Dollar Scholarship may cover the tuition your other financial aid doesn't. This program applies to more than two dozen career programs, including this one. File your FAFSA by July 15 to see if you qualify.

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Tutoring

Bring the assignment. Bring the question. Bring the part that isn’t clicking yet. Meet with a tutor on campus or online, drop in when available, or get feedback on your writing by email.

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Your Degree = Success

Complete your education in two years. Qualify for better jobs. Earn a higher salary. Enjoy a better quality of life. The benefits of an associate's degree are impressive and wide-ranging.

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Bettendorf, IA 52722
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