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Continuing Learning for Individuals, Management & Business

The CLIMB Center is a building located in Southeast Portland with programs that offer specialized non-credit continuing education opportunities for individuals, management and organizations of all sizes – plus specialized classes and advising for small businesses, entrepreneurs and prospective global trade professionals. 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 or grow your small business through no-cost, one-on-one business advising and affordable business education.

Two female students listen intently in a professional development course. Develop and improve your professional skills for today’s workplace.

Professional Development & Training

Develop and improve your professional skills – for individuals or larger organizations.

Custom Training Solutions

Work with PCC to create custom training solutions on virtually any subject for your organization or business.

CLIMB News and Announcements

Renew Your Electrician's License with PCC: Tue, 06 Dec 2022; As a licensed electrician in Oregon, it is your professional responsibility to renew and maintain the appropriate licensure. Oregon grants various specialized electrical licenses, each of which has its requirements for education and work experience. It is vital to note that while the Oregon CCB (Construction Contractors Board) offers contracting electrical licenses, the Oregon BCD…
Client Success Story: Rock Dojo: Wed, 30 Nov 2022; Rock Dojo is an award-winning, Portland-based guitar program for kids. Since 2015, more than a thousand elementary school students have learned to play guitar in Rock Dojo's after-school programs and online classes! Since working through the PCC SBDC Advanced Small Business Management training program, co-owner Brian Parham has garnered increased student retention, additional business funding,…
Why Your Retail Business Needs to be Online: Tue, 29 Nov 2022; The COVID-19 pandemic forced many small business owners to move online in order to keep up during the shut down. However, some small business owners have avoided making real strides in developing an online presence because of uncertainty about how to design a website or use social media in a meaningful way for your business.…; View more ...