Kirkwood Community College

Kirkwood Community College

Whether you're coming back to school or starting college for the first time, Kirkwood offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty will prepare you to walk off the graduation stage and into a successful career. Your future starts now!

Selected Programs at Kirkwood Community College

Explore programs at Kirkwood Community College. This list is curated by SkillPointe to match skills-based industries and careers that don't require a four-year degree.

Browse Training Programs (70)

Business

Bookkeeper

Kirkwood Community College

Accounting AS

If you’re looking for a career path that opens doors in the business world, then look no further than the online Business Administration: Accounting... View Program

Office Manager

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Administrative Management AS

The Administrative Management Program prepares graduates to become members of an executive team in today's fast-paced business environment. This... View Program

Communications

Graphic Designer

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Graphic Communications Tech, A.A.S

The Graphic Communication Technology program prepares students for employment in the technical design and production area of the graphic communication... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Graphic Design Certificate

Learn the software every graphic designer needs to know: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Students will prepare digital images... View Program

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Cedar Rapids

Unity Game Design Certificate

Learn about design and development of games you see and use for mobile and computer platforms. Throughout the course, you will learn the fundamentals... View Program

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Cedar Rapids

Web Design Certificate

For those looking to add basic web skills to careers in marketing, graphic design, computer support, or management. Students study several of the core... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Web Designer Certificate

Learn the latest techniques and best practices to build a solid HTML5/CSS3 website. The Web Designer Certificate will guide you through client-side... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Web Development Certificate

Over the last thirty years, the world has dramatically changed with the creation of the World Wide Web. This change has come from the hands of... View Program

Software Developer

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Web Development Certificate

Over the last thirty years, the world has dramatically changed with the creation of the World Wide Web. This change has come from the hands of... View Program

Construction

Architectural Drafter

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Architectural Technology, A.A.S

Create a more sustainable built environment with Kirkwood’s Architectural Technology program. Learn on the latest technology, including several... View Program

Carpenter

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Carpentry Diploma

The Carpentry program prepares students to enter the skilled building trades. Students are given a hands-on intensive introduction to the skills used... View Program

Electrician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Electrical Specialist Certificate

This short-term, noncredit program helps students acquire the essential skills and knowledge of an electrical specialist. Receive instruction in AC/DC... View Program

HVAC Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

HVAC Installer Diploma

Kirkwood's HVAC Installer program prepares students to enter the skilled trade of heating, ventilation and air conditioning installation. The you'll... View Program

Metal Fabricator

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Production Operator Training Certificate

Production operators within manufacturing are in high-demand in Eastern Iowa. Created in close partnership with local manufacturing employers, this... View Program

Plumber

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Backflow Prevention Certification

This 40-hour, classroom-based course will teach the installation and maintenance of approved backflow prevention assemblies at water service... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship) Diploma

The Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship program provides entry-level skills and knowledge for students preparing to enter the plumbing industry. View Program

Welder

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Advanced Welding Technologies, A.A.S

Looking for a career-ready degree? You’ve found it with the Advanced Welding Technologies program at Kirkwood. Join passionate, certified instructors... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Manufacturing Welding Certificate

Get started in an exciting new career in welding. During this short-term training program, students will experience a hands-on learning opportunity in... View Program

Energy

Diesel Mechanic

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Diesel Agriculture technology, A.A.S

The Diesel Equipment Technology diploma program is a sequence View Program

Power Generation Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Diesel Agriculture technology, A.A.S

The Diesel Equipment Technology diploma program is a sequence View Program

Healthcare

Cardiovascular Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

EKG Technician Training Course

This 60-hour course will prepare you to enter the healthcare profession, or enhance your current level of training, as an EKG technician. An EKG... View Program

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Nurse Aide Training

This course is designed to meet the training requirements for the nurse aide in long-term care facilities. Emphasis is placed on achieving a basic... View Program

Dental Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Dental Assistant Diploma

Dental assistants help the dentist at chairside and also perform functions such as polishing teeth, taking X-rays, mixing materials, and sterilizing... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Dental Technology, A.A.S

Kirkwood's Dental Technology program one of only 13 accredited programs in the nation and the only one in Iowa — prepares you in five specialty areas... View Program

Dental Hygienist

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Dental Hygiene, A.A.S

Dental hygienists help prevent, detect, and treat diseases of the mouth, playing a key role in the pursuit of optimal patient health via education and... View Program

Laboratory Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Medical Laboratory Technology, A.A.S

You can play a vital role in the healthcare industry as a medical laboratory technician (MLT). Medical laboratory technicians perform, evaluate, and... View Program

Medical Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Medical Assistant Diploma

Medical assistants are multi-skilled health professionals who work in ambulatory settings, where they perform administrative and clinical duties. It’s... View Program

Medical Records and Health Information Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Medical Office Insurance Today

Understanding health insurance is a vital component of working in a medical office. In this 44-hour course, come discover, discuss, and learn to... View Program

Nurse - LPN / LVN

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Practical Nursing Diploma

Use your passion for caring to achieve your dream of becoming a nurse who makes a difference – at Kirkwood we can help you get there sooner than you... View Program

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Occupational Therapy Assistant, A.A.S

Occupational therapy assistants have a hands-on role in helping patients of all ages learn skills to lead independent lives. As an occupational... View Program

Pharmacy Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Pharmacy Technology Diploma

Our program focuses on training you to be a competent, knowledgeable, and dependable pharmacy technician in a busy community retail or hospital... View Program

Physical Therapy Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Physical Therapy Assistant, A.A.S

Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) help physical therapists provide important services to people with disabilities and those recovering from... View Program

Radiology Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Diagnostic Assistant, A.A.S

The Diagnostic Assistant degree is designed for Radiologic Technology students in partnership with the Mercy/St. Luke’s School of Radiologic... View Program

Respiratory Therapist

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Respiratory Therapy, A.A.S

Respiratory therapists, also known as respiratory care practitioners, provide treatment, evaluation, monitoring, and management of patients with... View Program

Surgical Technologist

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Central Sterilization Technician

Central sterilization service technicians provide support to all patient care services in a wide variety of healthcare facilities. They are... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Surgical Technology Diploma

Surgical technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to... View Program

Vet Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Veterinary Assisting Diploma

As a Veterinary Assistant student, you'll prepare for a career working with animals in a variety of settings such as veterinary clinics, boarding... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Veterinary Technology, A.A.S

Veterinary technicians provide professional technical support to veterinarians, biomedical researchers, and other scientists. They also care for... View Program

Hospitality

Chef and Head Cook

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Culinary Arts, A.A.S

Learn culinary arts in a real-world setting. From day one you will get hands-on training and gain practical experience in management, food preparation... View Program

Food Service Manager

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Hospitality Management, A.A.S

The goal of this program is to prepare students to work in entry-level leadership positions, such as supervisors and assistant managers, in the... View Program

Kitchen Manager

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Hospitality Management, A.A.S

The goal of this program is to prepare students to work in entry-level leadership positions, such as supervisors and assistant managers, in the... View Program

Information Technology

IT Support Specialist

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Computer Support Specialist, A.A.S

Computer support specialists provide technical assistance to users as well as maintain, upgrade, and repair computer systems and networks. Students... View Program

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Cedar Rapids

Desktop Support Specialist Diploma

Computer support specialists provide technical assistance to users as well as maintain, upgrade, and repair computer systems and networks. Students... View Program

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Cedar Rapids

PC Technician Diploma

Computer support specialists provide technical assistance to users as well as maintain, upgrade, and repair computer systems and networks. Students... View Program

Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Network and System Administration Certificate

Network and system administration is a fast-paced, challenging field that needs dedicated problem-solvers to maintain the computer networks that keep... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Network and System Administration, A.A.S

Network and system administration is a fast-paced, challenging field that needs dedicated problem-solvers to maintain the computer networks that keep... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Network Security Certificate

Network and system administration is a fast-paced, challenging field that needs dedicated problem-solvers to maintain the computer networks that keep... View Program

Software Developer

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

.NET Programming Certificate

Computer software development is one of the fastest growing career fields and best-paid industries! If you're both creative and logical, if you enjoy... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Computer Software Developer, A.A.S

Computer software development is one of the fastest growing career fields and best-paid industries! If you're both creative and logical, if you enjoy... View Program

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Cedar Rapids

JAVA Programming Certificate

Computer software development is one of the fastest growing career fields and best-paid industries! If you're both creative and logical, if you enjoy... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Mobile App Development Certificate

Computer software development is one of the fastest growing career fields and best-paid industries! If you're both creative and logical, if you enjoy... View Program

Systems Analyst

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Data Analytics and Reporting Certificate

Computer software development is one of the fastest growing career fields and best-paid industries! If you're both creative and logical, if you enjoy... View Program

Manufacturing

Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Electronics Engineering Technology, A.A.S

Our program balances theory and practical application to help you design, test, analyze, operate, and troubleshoot complex electronic systems. You'll... View Program

Industrial Engineering Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

CAD/Mechanical Engineering Technology, A.A.S

In Kirkwood's CAD/Mechanical Engineering Technology program, you'll have access to cutting-edge computer design programs and will even have the chance... View Program

Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Industrial Maintenance Technology, A.A.S

The Industrial Maintenance Technology program prepares students for a broad range of industrial maintenance related careers using industry guided... View Program

Machinist

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

CNC Machining, A.A.S

The two-year A.A.S. Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining provides instruction in the manufacturing of precision parts and products. The... View Program

Public Service

Correctional Officer

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Criminal Justice, A.A.S

Examine issues relating to crime, law, and justice. You’ll learn to analyze situations and events in a logical way, organize the parts of a problem... View Program

EMTs and Paramedics

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Emergency Medical Responder

This program is ideal for students who wish to learn the skills and be certified at the level of Emergency Medical Responder (EMR). Learn basic... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Emergency Medical Technician Certifcate

EMTs provide life-saving care for critical and emergent patients. These allied health professionals rely on critical thinking skills to rapidly assess... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Paramedic, A.A.S

Paramedics provide life-saving care for critical and emergent patients. These allied health professionals rely on critical thinking skills to rapidly... View Program

Firefighter

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Entry Level Firefighter, A.A.S

The Entry-level Firefighter curriculum provides the skills sought by entry-level firefighters. Recent high school graduates or volunteers can use this... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Firefighter I Certifcate

The Entry-level Firefighter curriculum provides the skills sought by entry-level firefighters. Recent high school graduates or volunteers can use this... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Firefighter II Certifcate

The Entry-level Firefighter curriculum provides the skills sought by entry-level firefighters. Recent high school graduates or volunteers can use this... View Program

Paralegal and Legal Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Paralegal Studies, A.A.S

Paralegals are team players who play a crucial role in the legal profession by assisting attorneys in all areas of the law. Attorneys can delegate any... View Program

Police Officer

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Criminal Justice, A.A.S

Examine issues relating to crime, law, and justice. You’ll learn to analyze situations and events in a logical way, organize the parts of a problem... View Program

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Criminal Justice, A.A.S

Examine issues relating to crime, law, and justice. You’ll learn to analyze situations and events in a logical way, organize the parts of a problem... View Program

Preschool Teacher

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Early Childhood Education, A.A.S

As an Early Childhood Education student at Kirkwood, you’ll learn how to make an impact on the next generation of learners. You'll participate in a... View Program

Social Services Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Human Services, A.A.S

The Human Services program prepares you to professionally help others. You’ll learn how to take on the complexity of other human beings, leading you... View Program

Teacher Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Paraeducator Certifcate

Do you love working with kids? Becoming a paraeducator could be a great fit for you! Paraeducators are school employees who help teachers or other... View Program

Transportation

Aircraft Mechanic

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Aviation Maintenance Technology

Our two-year program includes hands-on instruction at an airplane hangar at the Eastern Iowa Airport, as well as classes at Kirkwood. You will...

Auto Body Technician

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Automotive Collision Technology Diploma

The Automotive Collision Repair is a one-year diploma program that teaches students: The theory and practices of metal forming and shaping Body... View Program

Auto Mechanic

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Automotive Technology, A.A.S

Rev up your career with Kirkwood's Automotive Technology program. This two-year degree provides entry-level skills and knowledge for tomorrows... View Program

Diesel Mechanic

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Diesel Truck Technology, A.A.S

The Diesel Truck Technology program gives graduates training in diesel truck and diesel-powered equipment maintenance and repair. Courses include... View Program

Truck Driver

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids

Class A CDL Professional Driving Certificate

After taking this four-week, short-term training program, students can earn a good living driving a semi. Learn the safe driving skills necessary to... View Program

Get to Know Kirkwood Community College

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Kirkwood VLOG Get Involved

Day in the Life at Kirkwood

Follow Nic around campus and see what's possible when you get more involved in campus life.

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Three students walk together through campus on a bright autumn day.

Your Future Begins at Kirkwood!

Whether you're coming back to school or starting college for the first time, Kirkwood offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty will prepare you to walk off the graduation stage and into a successful career.

Slide 1

Kirkwood VLOG Get Involved

Day in the Life at Kirkwood

Follow Nic around campus and see what's possible when you get more involved in campus life.

Slide 2

Three students walk together through campus on a bright autumn day.

Your Future Begins at Kirkwood!

Whether you're coming back to school or starting college for the first time, Kirkwood offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty will prepare you to walk off the graduation stage and into a successful career.

Slide 1

Kirkwood VLOG Get Involved

Day in the Life at Kirkwood

Follow Nic around campus and see what's possible when you get more involved in campus life.

Slide 2

Three students walk together through campus on a bright autumn day.

Your Future Begins at Kirkwood!

Whether you're coming back to school or starting college for the first time, Kirkwood offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty will prepare you to walk off the graduation stage and into a successful career.

Slide 1

Kirkwood VLOG Get Involved

Day in the Life at Kirkwood

Follow Nic around campus and see what's possible when you get more involved in campus life.

Slide 2

Three students walk together through campus on a bright autumn day.

Your Future Begins at Kirkwood!

Whether you're coming back to school or starting college for the first time, Kirkwood offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty will prepare you to walk off the graduation stage and into a successful career.

Slide 1

Kirkwood VLOG Get Involved

Day in the Life at Kirkwood

Follow Nic around campus and see what's possible when you get more involved in campus life.

Slide 2

Three students walk together through campus on a bright autumn day.

Your Future Begins at Kirkwood!

Whether you're coming back to school or starting college for the first time, Kirkwood offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty will prepare you to walk off the graduation stage and into a successful career.

Kirkwood Community College

https://www.kirkwood.edu/

Address

6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-2068

Phone number

319-398-5411