Education,Then What?THE OREGON CAREER GUIDE
Understand the work. Find the training in Oregon.
66 career breakdowns · 225 program profiles · 43 Oregon providers
Pick something you enjoy. These are ways to browse, not a career-fit test.
Nursing
Care for patients, coordinate treatment and help people understand their health needs.
Nursing program + license
Explore 18 training options · Portland Community College + more
Software & data
Design, build and improve software that solves problems for people and organizations.
Often bachelor’s study + practical projects
Explore 13 training options · Portland State University + more
Building systems
Install, maintain and repair wiring and electrical equipment while following technical and safety requirements.
Registered apprenticeship + licensing
Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more
Dental care
Provide preventive oral care, assess dental health and teach patients how to care for their teeth.
Dental hygiene program + license
Explore 4 training options · Portland Community College + more
Manufacturing & fabrication
Join and cut metal parts while interpreting specifications and checking the quality of the work.
Certificate, associate or employer training
Explore 13 training options · Portland Community College + more
Medical imaging
Produce diagnostic X-ray images while positioning patients and following imaging safety procedures.
Medical imaging program + credentials
Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more
Cybersecurity & IT support
Investigate security risks and help protect an organization’s systems, networks and information.
Computing study + relevant experience
Explore 8 training options · Portland Community College + more
Emergency medical care
Provide advanced emergency assessment and care during medical emergencies and patient transport.
EMT preparation + paramedic program
Explore 2 training options · Portland Community College + more
Building systems
Install, service and troubleshoot heating, cooling and refrigeration systems.
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
FROM INTEREST TO A REAL PLAN
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BEFORE YOU COMMIT
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