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Make a Move that Pays Off Fast!

Whether you're just starting out, changing jobs, or aiming for a promotion, you've come to the right place. Kirkwood Community College offers short-term programs to take you from classroom to career in as little as nine months.

Explore a range of in-demand industries, including coaching, culinary, or customer service careers. Grow your expertise in electrical, welding, or CNC machining. If you can dream a career goal, Kirkwood can help you get there.

Take classes to transfer or earn a professional certificate in less than a year. See where your passion can take you. Start today!

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Automotive Collision Repair

Train in one of the best-equipped labs in the country.

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Carpentry

Start a strong foundation in the building trades.

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HVAC Installer

The training you'll need to install heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.

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Nursing LPN

Use your passion for caring to make a difference — in just one year.

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Pharmacy Technician

Get a great job assisting in a community retail or hospital pharmacy.

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Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship

Training and internships with nearly 100% employment placing.

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Skilled Trades

If you're looking towards supervisory and management positions, earn your degree fast through our Skilled Trades program.

Don't see what you're looking for?

Search our Continuing Education noncredit, short-term training programs to quickly learn the in-demand skills you need to succeed.