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Portland Community College
Portland, Oregon · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR 97219 · Phone: (971) 722-6111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Portland Community College is a public trade and career school in Portland, Oregon offering EMT & paramedic training, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Portland Community College has an 18.4% completion rate, below the state average of 55.4%, with median graduate debt of $12,999 and median earnings of $44,592 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Portland Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 32.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $37,600 | $49,270 | $55,530 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $46,070 | $59,450 | $66,570 |
| Medical assistants | $43,760 | $50,410 | $59,160 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,590 | $58,520 | $77,780 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,690 | $63,970 | $76,840 |
| Dental assistants | $49,010 | $59,490 | $63,520 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,990 | $62,940 | $78,890 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $59,330 | $82,850 | $97,740 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,760 | $102,290 | $111,810 |
| Dental hygienists | $104,530 | $122,080 | $126,460 |
| Medical records specialists | $44,260 | $59,000 | $70,610 |
| Construction laborers | $39,210 | $50,860 | $62,200 |
| Machinists | $47,040 | $63,820 | $76,070 |
| Electricians | $59,550 | $101,310 | $121,680 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oregon (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 228 | not reported | $73,635 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 117 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 91 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 69 | $37,651 | $34,467 | $8,750 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 44 | $52,580 | $42,682 | $12,666 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $34,168 | $35,701 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $61,693 | $59,253 | $20,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $45,851 | $50,856 | $16,625 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $61,693 | $59,253 | $20,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 17 | $41,539 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 15 | $38,317 | $38,485 | $20,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 14 | $52,580 | $42,682 | $12,666 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 13 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 13 | $52,580 | $42,682 | $12,666 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | $73,635 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 9 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | $73,635 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $51,482 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $37,651 | $34,467 | $8,750 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | $52,580 | $42,682 | $12,666 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | $73,635 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | $41,539 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | $30,988 | $32,711 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Portland Community College is a public trade and career training campus located in Portland, Oregon. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school (Title IV eligible). The campus holds accreditation from multiple bodies, including the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 34 program families, the most-awarded trade programs are EMT & paramedic training (254 completers), welding (225 completers), and medical assistant programs (73 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 18.4%, which is below the state average of 55.4%. Median debt for graduates is $12,999, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $44,592. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 32.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
With a large undergraduate enrollment of 19,531 and 888 trade program completers, this campus offers a range of program lengths across its 34 program families, from shorter certificate-style training like EMT and welding to longer allied-health programs such as dental hygiene and radiologic technology. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current program lengths, schedules, and specific accreditation coverage directly with the school or through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Portland Community College offers 34 program families, with the most completers in EMT & paramedic training (254), welding (225), and medical assistant programs (73).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for programs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 18.4%, which is below the Oregon state average of 55.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $12,999, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $44,592, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (971) 722-6111 or visit pcc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Portland Community College is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-funded aid programs alongside federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules and duration for individual programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?209746, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter programs like EMT and welding and longer allied-health tracks like dental hygiene and radiologic technology, which may suit career changers with varying time constraints; specific scheduling for adult learners is not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for guidance on program-specific credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Portland Community College at (971) 722-6111 or through its website at https://www.pcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions offering similar programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.