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Nursing

Registered nurse

Care for patients, coordinate treatment and help people understand their health needs.

$129,010Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+9.1%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Nursing program + license

Explore 18 training options · Portland Community College + more

Software & data

Software developer

Design, build and improve software that solves problems for people and organizations.

$142,720Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+14.1%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Often bachelor’s study + practical projects

Explore 13 training options · Portland State University + more

Building systems

Electrician

Install, maintain and repair wiring and electrical equipment while following technical and safety requirements.

$101,310Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+12.1%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Registered apprenticeship + licensing

Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more

Dental care

Dental hygienist

Provide preventive oral care, assess dental health and teach patients how to care for their teeth.

$122,080Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+12.4%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Dental hygiene program + license

Explore 4 training options · Portland Community College + more

Manufacturing & fabrication

Welder and fabricator

Join and cut metal parts while interpreting specifications and checking the quality of the work.

$59,450Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+7.6%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Certificate, associate or employer training

Explore 13 training options · Portland Community College + more

Medical imaging

Radiologic technologist

Produce diagnostic X-ray images while positioning patients and following imaging safety procedures.

$102,290Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+9.4%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Medical imaging program + credentials

Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more

Cybersecurity & IT support

Information security analyst

Investigate security risks and help protect an organization’s systems, networks and information.

Not publishedOregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+26.4%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Computing study + relevant experience

Explore 8 training options · Portland Community College + more

Emergency medical care

Paramedic

Provide advanced emergency assessment and care during medical emergencies and patient transport.

$74,840Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+14.1%Projected jobs, 2024–34

EMT preparation + paramedic program

Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more

Building systems

HVAC and refrigeration technician

Install, service and troubleshoot heating, cooling and refrigeration systems.

$62,940Oregon median annual wage · May 2025Not starting pay · all experience levels
+14.7%Projected jobs, 2024–34

Certificate, technical study or apprenticeship

Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more

Wages: BLS, May 2025, Oregon workers across experience levels. Projections: Oregon Employment Department, 2024–2034. Wages are not starting pay; projected growth is not a job guarantee. Regions filter the training options listed here, not job availability. How we select careers and programs

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