WELCOME TO KIRKWOOD Career Academies FAMILY SCHOOL SELF RELATIONSHIPS EXTRACURRICULAR COMMUNITY WHY TRUST KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE WITH YOUR STORY? WE GIVE YOU THE WORLD SIMPLE ENOUGH…UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES • Education • High School Academies • Post Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) • Certifications • Associate Degrees • Marketable Skills • Community Connection • Online Classes • Employer Training • NEW JOB DEMANDS • About 70% require postsecondary education • COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY • Rural locations • High tech, state-of-the-art career and technical programs • EXPANDED PROGRAMMING OPPORTUNITIES • LOCAL INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS • Programs/training to match employment demands • TUITION SAVINGS INTRODUCING… The Johnson County Face of Kirkwood Community College LINN COUNTY WASHINGTON COUNTY JONES COUNTY 1770 Boyson Road, Hiawatha 2192 Lexington Blvd., Washington 220 Welter Drive, Monticello JOHNSON COUNTY OFFERINGS Advanced Manufacturing/Engineering Technology & Welding Engineering Education Human Services (Pre-Social Work) Arts & Sciences: Liberal Arts focus Architecture, Construction & Engineering (ACE) Criminal Justice Industrial Maintenance/Renewable Energy/Automation Computer Software Development Hotel/Hospitality Management Graphics, Media, Communication & Design Information Technology Patient Care Pharmacy Technician Project Lead the Way: Pre-Engineering Pre-Professional/Exercise Science Transportation EMT Business Exploration Laboratory Science NOTE: LIST SUBJECT TO CHANGE YOU ARE NOT LIMITED… DESIGN DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT & MANAGEMENT Particularly Software Applications and Computer Hardware CURRENT TRENDS Virtualization Cloud Computing Social Networks Voice, Data, & Integrated Communications Network Internet Security Green Computing ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Fast-paced Highly Technical Environment Hands-on Skill Development with a competitive edge Manufacturing or Engineering Careers • CAD/Mechanical Engineering Technology • CNC Machining Technology • Welding • Manufacturing Technology • Industrial Engineering Average Iowa Salaries: Machinist: $17.19/hour ($36,010) Welder: $16.22/hour ($34,360) CNC Machine Programmer: $21.98/hour ($45,030) CRIMINAL JUSTICE CAREERS Criminal Court Judge Criminologist Police Officer Forensic Scientist Criminal Justice Professors COURSES (15 CREDITS) Introduction to Criminal Justice Criminal Investigations Criminology Introduction to Sociology EDUCATION (12 Credits) Strong Arts & Science Curriculum Case Studies Cooperative & Collaborative Exploratory Early Childhood Preschool/Daycare Montessori Primary School Middle/Junior High School Secondary High School LOOKING FOR AN ADRENALINE RUSH?! EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS (8 CREDITS) QUICK REACTION AND COMPETENT CARE DUTIES Respond to emergency calls Perform medical services Transport patients to medical facilities AVERAGE IOWA SALARIES EMT/Paramedic: $32,430 Registered nurse: $53,300 Physician assistant: $85,880 Physician: $196,230 PROJECT LEAD THE WAY: PRE-ENGINEERING What if there was a class where curiosity ruled? (HS Credit/Possible Iowa Credit) DESIGN, CONSTRUCT, DEVELOP, TEST, SUPERVISE COURSES (UP TO 9 CREDITS) CAREERS Biomedical Engineering Analyze and create solutions to biology and medicine problems Civil Engineering and Architecture Operate and maintain large construction projects and systems Roads Buildings Airports Tunnels Dams/Bridges Systems for water supply and sewage treatment Electronic Engineering Broadcast and communications systems—from portable music players to global positioning systems (GPS) GRAPHICS AND MEDIA COMMUNICATION Get creative…Speak your mind…Showcase your artistic talent TAGLINES WITHOUT THE RECOGNITION BBDO Advertising Agency – NYC Carol H. Williams Advertising IT’S ALL ABOUT BRANDING Proctor & Gamble Co.’s Secret deodorant “Strong Enough for a man…” Nike “Just Do It” CAREER OPTIONS Advertising Marketing Public Relations Web Design BUSINESS EXPLORATION Strategic Decision Maker Global Leadership Customer Satisfaction Results Driven • Sports Management • Diversity Specialists • Chief Executives • Entrepreneurs • Nonprofit/For-Profit • Government vs. Private Sector Average Iowa Salaries: Machinist: $17.19/hour ($36,010) Welder: $16.22/hour ($34,360) CNC Machine Programmer: $21.98/hour ($45,030) OSHA, First Aid/CPR and nurse aid Certification Possible Careers Nursing Athletic Training Pre-Med Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Radiology and Respiratory Therapy Courses (12.5 credits) Exploration of Healthcare Careers Medical Terminology Professionals in Health Nurse Aide IOWA AVERAGE SALARIES IN HEALTHCARE C.N.A. $12/hour – $24,330 Physical Therapist $77,540 LPN $36,820 Physician Assistant $85,880 RN/BSN $53,300 Physician/Surgeon $196,230 Unique, hands-on learning experience provided in a state-of-the-art transportation lab TRACK A TRACK B Automotive Collision, Diesel & Welding (11 Credits) Automotive Technology (17 Credits) Introduction to Automotive Technology Industrial Math I Intro to Metalworking & Refinishing Practices I & II Automotive Electricity Industrial Math I Auto Collision Welding Fundamentals Basic Automotive Electricity Technical Lab I Technical Procedures Snap-on Shopkey, Meter and Ethos Scan Tool Certifications FACILITY PARTNERS THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA Research Professional Development Departmental Collaboration STEM HUB 1:6 in the State announced by Governor Coordinate K-12 STEM Education GRANT WOOD AREA EDUCATION AGENCY Professional Development Continuing K-12 Service WORKPLACE LEARNING CONNECTION Extensive Networks for students and professionals On The Job Training Financial Literacy Fairs HOTEL/HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT CAREERS Event Planner Wedding Planner Hotel Convention Service Manager Restaurant & Foodservice Management Baking/Pastry Chef Food Critic Gaming Management Tour & Travel Sales Manager COURSES (15 CREDITS) Introduction to Lodging Operations Hospitality Marketing WANT ANSWERS TO SOLUTIONS? LABORATORY SCIENCE (13 CREDITS) Discover a new element for the Periodic Table Create new remedies Find that why However YOU do it… Be Inventive And Set Yourself Apart! INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE/RENEWABLE ENERGY/AUTOMATION Alternative energy sources. Electrical. Solar. Wind. Programs of Study (13 Credits) Architectural Technology Carpentry Construction Management HVAC Installer Masonry Construction Plumbing Technology Tentative Courses Electrical Safety and Shop Methods Torqueing and Tensioning Mechanical Drive Systems I & II Maintenance Math I & II AC, Magnet, Transformer, Relays Electrical Theory, Measure, Circuits Snap-on Torque Certification GEEKY NEVER LOOKED SO SWEEETTTT… COMPUTER SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Career Options Computer Support Specialist - $44,220 Computer Programmer (Coding) – $64,820 Computer Information Systems – $68,970 Computer Science Engineer – $71,896 Video Game Industry Programming: $80,320 Art and Animation: $71,071 Game Design: 69,266 ($61,859 not counting creative directors art design leads) Production: $75,082 Audio: $82,085 Video Game Blogger: Free Chips and Drink with Sandwich Purchase PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Unique Learning Experience Hands-On Clinicals National Pharmacy Technician Certification Endless Job Opportunities • CVS Health and Other Pharmacies • Hospitals • Veterinarian Office • Military • Healthcare Company ENGINEERING Done the HAWKEYE way!! THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA Wanting Exploratory Learning? Promotion of problem-based learning Looking to Change the World? Implementation of technologically enhanced instruction for global learning COURSES (14 CREDITS) Engineering and Society Business Innovation Engineering Seminar Introduction to Macroeconomics Engineering II HOLISTIC WELLNESS PRE-PROFESSIONAL/EXERCISE SCIENCE (14 CREDITS) MIND, BODY, & SOUL… Diet Health Happiness Health WHOLENESS AVERAGE IOWA SALARIES Physical Therapist: $75,900 Dietician/Nutritionist: $52,280 Oral Surgeon: $205,600 Athletic Trainer: $40,150 EARN UP TO 12 CREDITS POSTSECONDARY DEGREE RECIPIENTS Associates Bachelors Graduate degree GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Composition I & II Fundamentals of Oral Communication Intro to Psychology Principles of Macroeconomics Cultural Anthropology Intro to Sociology Music Appreciation Companion & Stand-Alone Courses (Offered At Specific Times) Companion Courses Composition I Composition II How College Works Introduction to Business Introduction to Computers Credit Hours 3 3 3 3 3 Stand-Alone Classes Beginning Chinese I Beginning Chinese II Business Innovation Calculus I Career Decision Making Computer Software Engineering (CSE) Fundamentals of Oral Communication How College Works Introduction to Sociology Introduction to Psychology Statistics Credit Hours 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 NOTE: LIST SUBJECT TO CHANGE CAREER FOCUS EXPERIENCE JUMP START YOUR CAREER Experience college expectations Earn FREE college credit Hands-on laboratory and classroom experiences Support from industry experts, including jobsite tours Entry-level skills Immediate employment Prepared for further training Earn Industry recognized certification and skills Competitive for local apprenticeship programs TRY IT Before You BUY IT! SO, INTERESTED IN THE CHALLENGE? WE WILL EVEN PICK YOU UP… WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW??? Algebra & Geometry Completed or be concurrently enrolled Tuition HS district pays the college tuition Compass Test May be required Credits HS and college credit from KCC Up to 12 college credits (varies by program) Times (Monday – Friday) Morning Session (7:30am – 10:00am) Afternoon Session (12:30pm – 3:00pm) Companion Course Option (9:00am – 10:00am and 12:30pm – 1:30pm) 1 2 3 Talk to your parents & Guidance Counselor Complete the Academy Pre-Registration Form with Your Counselor Visit us at www.kirkwood.edu/apply “Earn College Credit in High School FACEBOOK TWITTER YOUTUBE PINTEREST LINKEDIN 2301 Oakdale Blvd. Coralville, Iowa 52241 Local: 319-358-3100 Toll Free: 800-332-2055 www.kirkwood.edu/kirkwoodui CONNECT WITH US