Self-Paced Learning

Self-Paced Learning

FlexFORWARD

FlexFORWARD is a program intended for working adults. The FlexFORWARD program allows students to move through their coursework at a pace that fits within their busy schedules. These courses are set up using Competency Based Education (CBE). FlexFORWARD’s delivery format operates with the college’s existing semester/term structure. Courses are delivered in seven week (fall/spring) and six week (summer) blocks that fall within Kirkwood’s current 16 week fall, 16 week spring and 12 week summer semesters.

FlexFORWARD students may only register for courses in the FlexFORWARD program; they may not simultaneously take courses from Kirkwood’s other delivery formats. Additionally, FlexFORWARD students can be active in two FlexFORWARD courses at a time. Each of the courses in the FlexFORWARD program will have a recommended weekly schedule to pace students to assure completion within the block. Students must meet or exceed proficiency in all competencies to earn credit for the course.

Degree Programs

Our FlexFORWARD Business Administration: Management program can be completed completely online. Qualified students should be 21 years old with at least 3 years work experience.

Our FlexFORWARD Cybersecurity and Compliance program can be completed completely online.

Certificates

Entrepreneurship

Our FlexFORWARD Entrepreneurship Certificate can be completed completely online. Qualified students should be 21 years old with at least 3 years work experience.

Course Planner

Section            Name
MGT-300 Introduction to Entrepreneurship
MGT-130 Principles of Supervision
MKT-110 Principles of Marketing
MKT-130 Social Media for Business
MGT-305 Business Plans for Entrepreneurs
MGT-170 Human Resource Management
MKT-135 Content Marketing

 

Human Resources

Our FlexFORWARD Human Resources Certificate can be completed completely online. Qualified students should be 21 years old with at least 3 years work experience.

Course Planner

Section            Name
CSC-116 Information Computing
MGT-101 Principles of Management
MGT-170 Human Resource Management
MGT-171 Human Resource Strategies – Talent Management and Employee Relations
MGT-179 Human Resources Strategies – Total Rewards, Safety and Labor 

Project Management

Our FlexFORWARD Project Management Certificate can be completed completely online. Qualified students should be 21 years old with at least 3 years work experience.

Course Planner

Section            Name
MGT-121 Project Management Basics
MGT-130 Principles of Supervision
MGT-124 Project Management Tools
MGT-155 Integrated Project Management
MGT-161 Agile Project Management with Scrum

Apply

Once you’ve decided to join us at Kirkwood, complete your FREE application online.

Transcripts

If you're transferring to Kirkwood from another school, or if you've attended college at all in the past, contact your former school's registrar office and ask them to send your official college transcript to us at:

Kirkwood Community College
Enrollment Services
6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

FAFSA

If you’re planning to use federal financial aid to pay for college, submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) after October 1. Kirkwood’s school code is: 004076.

Scholarships

Kirkwood awards over $3 million to students every year! Apply now to be considered for awards specifically for adult students.

The academic coach helps to counsel students as they make decisions about course scheduling, learning goals, and general progress through individual courses and the program as a whole.  The academic coach, though, also provides an extra layer of support by assisting students overcome barriers to success.  Issues related to time management, balancing academic and non-academic expectations, prioritizing responsibilities, and so on can be addressed by the academic coach. 

Low GPA Restriction

If you had an extenuating circumstance leading to low GPA restriction, you may request an exception to the low GPA restriction.

Wireless Internet Access

The Sprint Internet Hotspot Award supports Kirkwood students by providing them with wireless Internet access while they are enrolled in college classes.

Interested?

Sign-up for an informational sessions through ZOOM. Individual sessions are available as well if the information session dates don’t work with your schedule.

Questions?

Fill out our inquiry form and we will contact you.

FlexFORWARD
319-784-1566
flexforward@kirkwood.edu