Kirkwood Continuing Education

Kirkwood Continuing Education Advance your professional career or enrich your personal life with Kirkwood Continuing Education. Make us your home for personal and professional development.

Kirkwood Continuing Education offers top quality programs taught by highly skilled learning facilitators, at convenient times and locations to fit your busy schedule.

We're gearing up for two great conferences in the community this week! Kirkwood Community College is proud to partner on...
09/28/2026

We're gearing up for two great conferences in the community this week! Kirkwood Community College is proud to partner on these and other community events.

CBJ AI Symposium | Oct. 1, 2026
Aims to provide attendees with a better understanding of AI and its various dimensions, debunking myths and shedding light on its profound impact on businesses and society.

The Gazette Iowa Ideas Conference | Oct. 1, 2026
A free, virtual conference with 40+ panel sessions bringing together voices across Iowa to explore key issues shaping our state's future.

Our lifelong learners also make great lifelong basketball fans! 🏀 We're still feeling the awesome energy from taking ano...
09/26/2026

Our lifelong learners also make great lifelong basketball fans! 🏀 We're still feeling the awesome energy from taking another fantastic group to Indianapolis and back to see the Indiana Fever this past Sunday for an exclusive game-day experience. 🔥

While that's a wrap for our WNBA trips this season, it isn't the end of our outings - stay tuned for updates on more group outing experiences, from sports to shopping and more!

Turn up the music and step onto the dance floor! Join our instructor, Tara Allen, Friday evenings, October 2nd – 30th, f...
09/25/2026

Turn up the music and step onto the dance floor! Join our instructor, Tara Allen, Friday evenings, October 2nd – 30th, for Latin Dance Nights: Bachata, Salsa & Merengue and learn the basics of these lively Latin dance styles while building your rhythm, coordination, and confidence in a fun, welcoming environment. Beginners are welcome, grab your dancing shoes and get ready to move! Only 4 spots remaining, save your spot: bit.ly/3TIK89Z

From Coralville to Iowa City to Solon, more Kirkwood Continuing Education classes are coming to Johnson County this Octo...
09/25/2026

From Coralville to Iowa City to Solon, more Kirkwood Continuing Education classes are coming to Johnson County this October!

The upcoming lineup includes phlebotomy training, AI literacy, woodworking, jewelry making, professional development, and more.

Some workshops take one day. Other courses can help prepare you for a new career. All offer a chance to learn close to home.

View upcoming classes now:
www.kirkwood.edu/cejohnson

You know that feeling when you can see a better way to do something at work?Kirkwood Continuing Education’s Lean Continu...
09/23/2026

You know that feeling when you can see a better way to do something at work?

Kirkwood Continuing Education’s Lean Continuous Improvement workshops can help you become a stronger problem-solver, improve everyday processes, or navigate change more effectively. Take one class or the full remaining series!

Oct. 1 | Lean Basics: Become a Problem-Solver | Kara Hinzie
Oct. 15 | Lean in Action: Actually Improve the Process | Kara Hinzie
Oct. 22 | Lean Advanced: Taking Improvement to the Next Level | Kara Hinzie
Oct. 27 | Future Ready You: Thriving Forward | Robert Rathje

The goal isn’t to take on more. It’s to feel more confident in the value you already bring.

Explore the remaining workshops and register:
www.kirkwood.edu/leantraining

Meet Bill Schmarzo, internationally known as the “Dean of Big Data.” With more than four decades of experience in data s...
09/22/2026

Meet Bill Schmarzo, internationally known as the “Dean of Big Data.” With more than four decades of experience in data science, analytics, and AI, Bill helps individuals and organizations discover how AI can strengthen decision-making, boost productivity, and amplify human expertise.

Join Bill for Build Your Own AI Work Assistant on Tuesday, October 13, and learn how to put AI to work in your everyday professional life. BONUS: After the seminar, participants will receive free online access to Coursera’s Grow with Google AI Professional Certificate program!

Learn more and register at www.kirkwood.edu/exploreai.

Student Spotlight: Sherreka L.From CNA to Phlebotomy, Sherreka is continuing to build her skills and pursue new opportun...
09/21/2026

Student Spotlight: Sherreka L.

From CNA to Phlebotomy, Sherreka is continuing to build her skills and pursue new opportunities in healthcare through Kirkwood Continuing Education. After a positive experience in her CNA course, she returned for Phlebotomy, where she gained hands-on skills and knowledge to help her take the next step toward her goals. And her journey continues, Sherreka plans to pursue EMT and EKG training at Kirkwood next!

Today is National Tradesmen Day, and we’re celebrating the women and men whose skilled work builds, powers, and strength...
09/18/2026

Today is National Tradesmen Day, and we’re celebrating the women and men whose skilled work builds, powers, and strengthens our communities!

Kirkwood Continuing Education is proud to support tradespeople through programs such as our Residential Carpentry Skills Series, licensure renewal classes for plumbers and electricians, industrial technology training, workplace safety training, and more.

Thank you to all the skilled tradespeople who keep our communities moving forward!

Explore upcoming opportunities at www.kirkwood.edu/ce.

Motorcycle season isn’t over yet! Build your confidence and learn the skills you need to ride safely with our Motorcycle...
09/17/2026

Motorcycle season isn’t over yet! Build your confidence and learn the skills you need to ride safely with our Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Basic Rider Course, October 3rd – 4th! Combine online learning with hands-on riding instruction on the range. Successful completion of the course also lets you waive the Iowa DOT motorcycle skills test (written test still required). Gear up and register today: bit.ly/3VuAhVG

Learn from Robert Rathje! With a background in professional development, leadership, and coaching, Robert brings practic...
09/16/2026

Learn from Robert Rathje! With a background in professional development, leadership, and coaching, Robert brings practical strategies designed to help individuals grow, adapt, and perform at their best.

Join Robert on October 27 for Future Ready You: Thriving Forward, an interactive session focused on building the mindsets and habits to stay confident, adaptable, and effective in a rapidly changing workplace. Learn more and register for this Lean workshop or the full series: www.kirkwood.edu/leantraining

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6301 Kirkwood Boulevard SW
Cedar Rapids, IA
52404

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+13193981022

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