Find your career path in health care
A career in health care gives you the chance to make a difference in people’s lives. The Healthcare Careers Certificate program at Clackamas Community College (CCC) is your gateway to a fulfilling profession in a growing and vital field.
Are you curious about the medical field and looking for the skills to succeed in a variety of health care jobs? Whether you have a career path in mind or are just exploring your options, the Healthcare Careers Certificate is a great place to start. This four-class certificate will help you explore and prepare for health care careers. You will learn medical office administrative services, such as utilizing an Electronic Health Record computer system to complete front desk tasks.
In just six months, you will develop the building blocks for various healthcare careers, giving you the flexibility to explore your options and find the perfect fit.
For detailed description and outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.Required classes for the Healthcare Careers Certificate
Step into the growing field of health care
The health care industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by an aging population and increasing demand for medical services. This translates to a bright job outlook for qualified healthcare professionals.
The Healthcare Careers Certificate program at CCC positions you to take advantage of this growing demand. Our program prepares you for entry-level positions in a variety of healthcare settings, including doctor's offices, hospitals, clinics and long-term care facilities.
For more information on career opportunities for this program, view the course catalog.Build a strong foundation of health care skills
The Healthcare Careers Certificate program equips you with the basics to excel in a variety of health care settings, with skills highly sought-after by employers. You'll gain proficiency in:
- Medical terminology: Understand the language of healthcare, allowing you to effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
- Patient Care: Develop compassionate communication skills to provide exceptional patient service.
- Administrative Skills: Master the fundamentals of medical office procedures, such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient records.
Investing in your future
Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below.
This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply.
You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.
Get help paying for college
Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.