Kirkwood Community College
At a glance
Offerings
- Large School
- Urban Community
- Public University
Programs
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Paths to this school
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Medication Aide to LPN
Your medication administration experience counts. Bridge from certified medication aide into practical nursing and full LPN licensure.
CNA to LPN
Step up from nursing assistant to licensed practical nurse. The fastest license upgrade in nursing, and the standard bridge toward RN.
CNA to Respiratory Therapist
Move from bedside care into respiratory therapy with an associate degree and RRT credential.
Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist
Use your chairside experience to enter a dental hygiene program and double your earning power.
LPN to RN Bridge
Advance from practical nursing to RN with bridge programs that credit your LPN coursework.
CNA to ADN (Registered Nurse)
Turn your CNA experience into an associate nursing degree. The fastest route to RN licensure.
Student societies
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Student resources Career planning, funding and application tools
Everything you need, in one place.
Become certified, then map the degree. Start with the Career Assessment if you are not sure which credential comes first.
Career Planning
2 toolsFinancial Planning
1 toolCareer Development
5 toolsResume Builder
Craft a professional resume tailored to different roles in the healthcare industry.
Certification Finder
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Mock Interviews
Sharpen your interview skills with simulations that prepare you for real opportunities.
Job Search
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Research Opportunities
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General
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