Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) and West Delaware County Community School District Announce Expansion and Relocation of NICC Manchester Center
NICC's Manchester Center relocates to boost education and healthcare training
Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) and the West Delaware County Community School District are proud to announce a significant expansion and relocation of the NICC Manchester Center. The new location at 408 E. Clara Ave. will be centrally located near the high school's campus, making it easier than ever for students to access classes and training.
This move marks the beginning of a new chapter in community-focused education, made possible through a strategic partnership with NICC, the West Delaware County Community School District and the City of Manchester.
For the past decade and a half, the NICC Manchester Center has operated out of the Dupaco Community Credit Union facility. As the center prepares to transition to its new home, leadership extends its deepest gratitude to Dupaco for its steadfast support and hospitality.
Dupaco's partnership has been instrumental in our ability to grow and serve our students," said NICC Manchester Center Director, Ed Vance. "We are incredibly grateful for the foundation they helped us build within this community.
The relocation is the result of an intensive, year-long collaboration between NICC and the West Delaware County Community School District. This investment in physical space will provide students with increased access to in-person instruction and specialized programming. To ensure the facility is ready for the upcoming academic year, the College and the district have set a goal to complete the move by August 1st.
West Delaware is focused on creating opportunities that connect education to high-demand careers," said West Delaware County Community School District Superintendent, Jen Vance. "Partnering with NICC allows our students to explore the healthcare field through hands-on learning and build skills that are immediately relevant. Our goal is to continue expanding these types of partnerships into other career pathways, ensuring even more students can access meaningful, real-world experiences while strengthening our local workforce. We are extremely excited about the opportunities this partnership will provide our students!
The cornerstone of this new facility is the launch of the Healthcare Academy, a program specifically designed to address critical workforce gaps in the local healthcare industry. The Academy will allow high school students to explore various healthcare careers while simultaneously completing prerequisite requirements for post-secondary programs. To support this hands-on learning, the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) lab is being expanded with additional beds and state-of-the-art equipment to simulate a professional medical environment.
Beyond student instruction, the new NICC Manchester Center will serve as a hub for the greater Manchester area. The facility will feature: * Expanded Classroom Space: Larger areas for adult learners and continuing education. * Public Meeting Room: A new community room with a capacity of up to 40 people, fully equipped with Zoom capabilities for conferences, professional trainings and public meetings.
These improvements will serve as a catalyst for increased educational opportunities, benefiting both youth and adult learners across the greater Manchester area," said Ed Vance.
This project was made possible by the support of the City of Manchester, the administrative team, counselors and buildings and grounds staff of the West Delaware County Community School District and the leadership team at NICC.
image courtesy of West Delaware
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