Apprenticeship and Trades: Pre-Trades, Career Pathway certificate
Individualized coaching
As a Career Pathway student, you can get one-on-one support to help you access resources, services, and employment. You may also be eligible for financial support to help you with the costs of college.
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| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Pathway Certificate: Apprenticeship and Trades: Pre-Trades | Less than 1 year | Limited entry, see how to get into this program |
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Locations
OMIC at Columbia County
Swan IslandCohort format
All program courses listed below require department approval/cohort assignment in order to register and must be taken at the same time in one term.
Courses
Course listing for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APR 162 | Calculations for the Trades | 4 |
| APR 200A | Pre-Apprenticeship | 3 |
| APR 200B | OSHA 30 for Pre-Apprenticeship | 3 |
| APR 200C | Pre-Apprenticeship Hands-On Instruction | 2 |
| ELT 110 | Introduction to Residential Electrical Wiring | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Information sessions
Sign up for a Pre-Trades info session to learn more!
Career exploration
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Take a career self-assessment to learn more about yourself and careers in this industry, and browse data on wages and employment trends.
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PCC’s Career Services staff can help you match your talents to rewarding professions.
Next steps
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