DES MOINES, IOWA (May 8, 2025) — The Iowa Health Education Portal, an innovative online platform, offers students and career changers a streamlined, user-friendly way to explore and pursue nursing education programs in Iowa.
IowaHealthEdPortal.org is a comprehensive, centralized hub designed to help users research, compare, and select two- and four-year nursing programs that align with their preferences and career goals. By providing essential information about nursing programs, admissions criteria, and career pathways, the website empowers users to make informed decisions while simplifying an often-overwhelming process.
The launch of the Iowa Health Education Portal comes at a pivotal time. The demand for skilled nurses remains high in Iowa and nationwide. By simplifying the search for the best educational entry point to becoming a registered nurse, the Iowa Health Education Portal also supports a stronger, more-robust health-care workforce for the future.
The website is for students of all ages, from high-school and college students considering a nursing career to adult learners seeking new opportunities and career changes. It’s also a resource for guidance counselors and career advisers, health-care workers interested in advancing their careers, and nursing professionals mentoring the next generation of health-care workers.
Key features of the Iowa Health Education Portal include:
- Career pathway guidance — The portal provides insights into two- and four-year programs in Iowa that prepare students for board exams and employment as a registered nurse.
- Comprehensive program listings — Detailed information about nursing schools, programs, and specializations available in Iowa.
- Customizable search tools — Users can filter nursing programs by location, cost, degree type, and admissions requirements.
- Streamlined application details — The portal provides resources to help users understand application timelines, requirements, and financial-aid opportunities.
- User-friendly interface — Users can create an account to directly connect with schools of interest for more information.
The Iowa Hospital Association plans to expand the Iowa Health Education Portal later this year to include educational programs for other high-demand health-care careers.
About the Iowa Hospital Association
Headquartered in Des Moines, the Iowa Hospital Association is a voluntary membership organization that represents the interests of hospitals and health systems to business, government, and consumer audiences. IHA provides advocacy, education, and data services for Iowa’s hospitals, which employ more than 80,000 people and have an $8 billion impact on the state’s economy. For more information, please visit www.IHAonline.org.
