The Skills Advantage Initiative

Skills Advantage is Kirkwood Community College’s response to an identified need for a more skilled workforce that, in turn, contributes to the dynamics and growth of The Corridor.

A prosperous Corridor – including a workforce with marketable skills – will attract new businesses, contributing to the area’s financial stability. By raising the bar on required workforce skills, Corridor businesses are actively contributing to the future financial success of our communities.

The Skills Advantage Program has been designed to develop and communicate the skills needed for employment within the Technology Corridor through a series of assessments. Sucessful completion of these assessments allows individuals to attain Iowa's National Career Readiness Certificate. These assessments are used by more than  100 area employers as part of their hiring process.

Getting Started
If you are a Job Seeker, click here.

If you are an Employer, click here.