Step 1: Complete Financial Aid Application

See the PCC Financial Aid webpage for step-by-step instructions on filling out your FAFSA.

Step 2: Attend an Information Session

Students must attend an information session. A variety of issues are covered including pre-Apprenticeship training, the application process and program eligibility. Information sessions take place:

When:

The first and third Tuesday of every month at 11:30am

Where:

PCC Cascade Campus in TEB Room 117

Step 3: Complete an ETAP Application

Download and complete the ETAP Application. We start one cohort each term (a cohort is group of students that go through the ETAP program together). You should submit your application four weeks before the start date of the term you plan to attend. For term start dates, see the Academic Calendar.

Step 4: Apply for Admission to PCC

Apply for admission to PCC. This will allow you to register for classes at the college.

Step 5: Compass Testing

See the College Placement Tests webpage for testing dates. In order to be accepted into the program, you must place into:

• Writing 90
• Math 60
• Reading 90

If your placement test scores are below the requirements, we can refer you to the Margaret Carter Skills Center to bring up your levels. Come to an information session to learn more.

Step 6: Interview

The interview process is done by the program coordinator and staff. The interviewee will be asked up to fifteen questions to determine career goals and to ensure that the program is the right fit for the individual. We will notify you of the results by mail.

Step 7: Drug Screening

You must be able to pass a medical drug screen to be accepted into ETAP. You will receive drug test instructions when you are notified of the outcome of the interview. Drug screens are performed at Legacy Metrolab, 1225 NE 2nd Ave (at the former Holladay Park Hospital), Portland OR 97006.

Step 8: Admission and Orientation

Congratulations! You have been admitted to the ETAP program. Once you are notified of admission, you will attend a cohort orientation, which typically takes place two weeks before the start of the term. At the orientation, you will receive your class schedule, program policy information and the schedule of upcoming events.