Home Health Aide Schools in Ft. Dodge, IA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare home health aide programs in Ft. Dodge, Iowa. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Home Health Aide Schools Near Ft. Dodge, IA

#1

Iowa Central Community College

Fort Dodge, IA 1.9 miles away BOC Score 54.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 990
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, IA 62.5 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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  • Programs offered: 79
  • Annual completions: 6,334
  • Online programs available

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#3

Iowa Lakes Community College

Estherville, IA 70.1 miles away BOC Score 59.8
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  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 175
  • Online programs available

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#4

Marshalltown Community College

Marshalltown, IA 73.5 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 392
  • Online programs available

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#5

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, IA 94.1 miles away BOC Score 54.6
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 779
  • Online programs available

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#6

Southwestern Community College

Creston, IA 99.7 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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  • In-state tuition: $8,064
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,316
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  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 551
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Iowa Home Health Aide Salary Snapshot

Iowa
Iowa Median Pay $36,080 $17.34 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $35,800 $17.21 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-1120 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated training hours and completion timeline
  • Competency evaluation format (written vs. skills demonstration)
  • Clinical or supervised fieldwork hours
  • CPR/First Aid certification included
  • State registry and background check requirements

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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