Integrated Education and Training (IET)
A Quick Pathway to In-Demand Fields for Non-Native English Speakers, Immigrants, and Refugees
The IET Program at Portland Community College is your gateway to a rewarding career in welding and beyond. These specialized programs are tailored to help non-native English speakers, immigrants, and refugees gain the skills needed for success in high-demand industries like welding, healthcare and childcare.
Upcoming Program Details:
Spring 2025: Maritime Welding*
- Dates: March 31, 2025 – June 15, 2025
- Schedule: Coming soon…
- Location: Coming soon…
Fall 2025: Wire Welding*
- Dates: Fall term, dates coming soon
- Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: PCC Rock Creek Campus, in-person classes
Winter 2026: Child Development Associate (CDA)*
- Dates: Winter 2026 term, dates coming soon
- Schedule: coming soon…
- Location: both online and in-person classes
- Partnership between Portland Community College and Mt. Hood Community College
*All future IET programs are subject to change.
What You’ll Gain:
- Job-Ready Skills: Prepare for an entry-level position.
- Certification: Earn a PCC Career Pathways Certificate.
- Language Proficiency: Develop the English language skills essential for the workplace and job search.
Support Services:
- Individualized Coaching: Receive one-on-one support through PCC’s Career Pathways & STEP program.
- Job Search Assistance: Get help finding your first job in the industry.
- Tuition Assistance: Scholarships and financial aid are available to those who qualify.
Eligibility Requirements:
- ESOL Placement: Intermediate ESOL placement at PCC is required.
- Language of Instruction: Classes are conducted in English.
- Limited Space: Priority is given to underserved and underrepresented students.
Take the Next Step:
For more information or to apply, please contact us at cp@pcc.edu or call 971-722-6218.
Student Success Story:
Read about IET Alumni experiences on our News & Updates page.
USDA Nondiscrimination Statement
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online (USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form), from any USDA office, by calling (833) 620-1071, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to:
- mail:
Food and Nutrition Service, USDA
1320 Braddock Place, Room 334
Alexandria, VA 22314; or - fax:
(833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or - email:
FNSCIVILRIGHTSCOMPLAINTS@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.