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Iowa Association of Nursing Students (IANS)
The statewide student nurse association for Iowa, open to nursing students at every school in the state.
Overview
Who this society is for and how to get involved.
The statewide student nurse association for Iowa. Members join through their school chapter or directly, attend the annual state convention, and get a seat at the National Student Nurses' Association.
- Who can join
- Students preparing for RN licensure and RNs completing BSN degrees (per About page); pre-nursing eligibility not stated on site
Get involved
- 01Visit the society's page
Meeting times, officers and how to join are usually posted there.
iowanursingstudent.org - 02Follow on Instagram
Most chapters announce events and deadlines there first.
@iowa_nsna - 03Find a chapter near you
Every school chapter in Iowa is listed in the societies directory.
Societies in Iowa
Paths
Routes into nursing programs in Iowa. The first step is where you enroll today.
CNA to ADN (Registered Nurse)
Turn your CNA experience into an associate nursing degree. The fastest route to RN licensure.
CNA to BSN
Bridge from frontline care to a four-year nursing degree, with your patient-care hours working for you.
CNA to LPN
Step up from nursing assistant to licensed practical nurse. The fastest license upgrade in nursing, and the standard bridge toward RN.
LPN to RN Bridge
Advance from practical nursing to RN with bridge programs that credit your LPN coursework.
Medication Aide to LPN
Your medication administration experience counts. Bridge from certified medication aide into practical nursing and full LPN licensure.
CNA to Physical Therapist Assistant
Turn bedside patient care into a physical therapist assistant degree. Help patients rebuild strength and mobility after injury or surgery.
Schools
Schools in Iowa with a chapter of this association.
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
4 programs available
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA
1 program available
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
5 programs available
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
4 programs available
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
2 programs available
Find your next step.
Pick a path into nursing school, then follow the people who already got in.