
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!
HVAC Installer
The training you'll need to install heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Pharmacy Technician
Get a great job assisting in a community retail or hospital pharmacy.
Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship
Training and internships with nearly 100% employment placing.
Skilled Trades
If you're looking towards supervisory and management positions, earn your degree fast through our Skilled Trades program.
Search our Continuing Education noncredit, short-term training programs to quickly learn the in-demand skills you need to succeed.