CLIMB Center at PCC

CLIMB Center

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Continuous Learning for Individuals, Management & Business

The PCC CLIMB Center delivers Continuing Education learning opportunities for individuals – and workforce solutions and customized training for professionals and businesses throughout Portland. CLIMB is a central hub for noncredit courses, workshops and certifications that help elevate careers or improve workplace productivity – offering specialized training from experts in their fields. From hands-on business mentorship, to professional development training to healthcare training to customized training for businesses and nonprofits, PCC’s continuing education programming helps people reach professional, personal, or organizational goals. Learn more below!

Explore What PCC CLIMB Offers

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Institute for Health Professionals

Start your career in healthcare, enroll in CEUs for health professionals, prepare for national exams, and complete comprehensive health certificate programs.

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Small Business Development Center

Launch and grow your small business through no-cost, one-on-one business advising and affordable business education.

Professional Development & Training

Develop and improve your professional skills for today’s workplace.

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Customized Training

Deliver customized training and development solutions for your organization.

CLIMB News and Announcements

Watch: Interpersonal Neurobiology Webinar for Fall 2019

Fri, 23 Aug 2019

One of PCC IHP's popular fall programs combines Neuroscience + Psychology + Mindfulness + Relationship Studies. Foundations of Interpersonal Neurobiology draws upon ideas like Attachment Theory and Complexity Theory to explore complex interpersonal human relationships.

What is Functional Nutrition and Why is it Important?

Thu, 22 Aug 2019

Nutrition is a key factor in good health, and this is creating a demand for professionals who can provide guidance in how to use it to its fullest. This goes far beyond the idea of using food to control weight. Nutrition has been linked to conditions like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, digestive concerns, and more.

Fall Programming offered by PCC SBDC

Thu, 22 Aug 2019

Registration for fall programming opened last week and PCC SBDC is accepting applications from small business owners, entrepreneurs and global trade professionals seeking to tap into the experts and advisors at the PCC Small Business Development Center. Read on to learn more!