Indian Hills Community College
About Indian Hills Community College
Education That’s Life. Changing.
It’s a simple concept: Learn what you need to succeed, and boom — you’re ready to go. Complete your four-year degree or head into a life-fulfilling career.
At Indian Hills Community College, instructors and staff (all experts in their fields) put you on the fast track to the work you want. From application to graduation, you’re supported, inspired, and challenged to go for greater skill, knowledge, and options.
And when you add in all the arts, athletics, and clubs, IHCC is a great way to make connections that will last a lifetime. Take a look around — you’ll see why it’s Life. Changing.
Drinking Drivers
Court Mandated
IHCC is approved by the Department of Education to offer Driving Under the Influence (DUI) classes for persons charged with drunk driving (OWI) and convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol. The class helps educate participants on the dangers and consequences of impaired driving and promote responsible decision-making.
At Indian Hills, the DUI program is called the “Drinking Drivers” course, and it is part of their Continuing Education & Workforce Solutions (CEWS) division.
What the program is
- A court-mandated DUI/OWI education class
- Approved by the Iowa Department of Education
- Designed for individuals charged with or convicted of impaired driving
Purpose of the DUI Program
The main goal is education and prevention, not punishment. The program:
- Teaches the effects of alcohol on the body and driving ability
- Explains legal and personal consequences of DUI
- Encourages low-risk and responsible decision-making
Course Structure & Details
- Duration: حوالي 12 hours total
- Type: Non-credit / continuing education
- Completion: Certificate issued after finishing
- Schedule & location: Varies (usually at campus sites or scheduled sessions)
This short format makes it suitable for people who need to quickly meet court or DMV requirements.
Curriculum Used
The program uses a nationally recognized curriculum called Prime for Life:
- Focuses on risk reduction
- Based on scientific research on alcohol use
- Helps participants understand behavior patterns and prevention strategies