Best Trade Schools in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (2025 Guide)

Updated October 9, 2025 | Brad Fishbein

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Here are the best schools in Cedar Rapids. This guide lists accredited programs, apprenticeships, and Iowa licensing basics[^1].

Top Trade Schools in Cedar Rapids

School Program Length Highlights
Kirkwood Community College Certificates 6–12 months; AAS ~2 years HLC accredited. HVAC, Welding, Electrical, and manufacturing; evening options[^2].
Local JATCs (IBEW/UA) 3–5 years Registered apprenticeships in Electrical and Plumbing/Pipefitting.

Licensing in Iowa: Many contractor licenses handled locally; EPA 608 required for refrigerants[^5].

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Meet the author: Brad Fishbein is a Florida Licensed Mold Assessor and council-certified Microbial Investigator. He’s the founder of TradeCareerPath.com and has completed over 5,000 mold inspections since 2009. Brad now helps homeowners and tradespeople make smart decisions about mold, licensing, and skilled career paths.