Discover Healthcare: An On-Ramp to PCC

Man and woman working in a health officeInterested in a career in healthcare? We’re here to help!

You will:

  • Explore different career paths
  • Learn about educational opportunities and programs
  • Build skills to help you succeed in school
  • Get support with onboarding to PCC

Discover Healthcare class schedule

All classes are at no cost to participants! For questions or help signing up, contact Tracee Wells-Bryant at discoverhealth@pcc.edu or 971-722-2174.

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Class dates
  • June 30, 2026
    • Tuesday, 9am-12pm
    • Focus: Behavioral Health Micro-Credential and entry-level programs: Patient Access Specialist, Medical Coding, Phlebotomy, Sterile Processing, and Optician Assistant
    • Online via Zoom
  • July 6-10, 2026
    • Monday – Friday, 9am-12 noon
    • Focus: Behavioral Health Micro-Credential, EMT, and entry-level programs: Nursing Assistant, Patient Access Specialist, Medical Coding, Phlebotomy, Sterile Processing, and Optician Assistant
    • Willow Creek Opportunity Center
  • July 29, 2026 
    • Wednesday, 10am-1pm
    • Focus: Behavioral Health Micro-Credential and entry-level programs: Nursing Assistant, Patient Access Specialist, Medical Coding, Phlebotomy, Sterile Processing, and Optician Assistant
    • Newberg Center
  • August 10-14 and August 17, 2026 (opt-in appointment day)
    • Monday – Friday and Monday, 9:30am-12pm
    • Focus: Behavioral Health Micro-credential, Human Services Certificate, EMS, Nursing Assistant, and entry-level programs: Patient Access Specialist, Medical Coding, Phlebotomy, Optician Assistant, and Sterile Processing
    • Opportunity Center at 42nd Avenue

Flyers

Feel free to print or share the digital links to our flyers. Translated flyers available in: English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Vietnamese.

This program is funded through the Title III RISES Grant. Portland Community College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution. Contact Accessible Ed & Disability Resources if you have a disability that requires services.

Our services

See how we can help: College & Career Prep Team