Pioneer Pacific College

This program prepares students to be ethical, self-confident, knowledgeable, flexible, and technologically prepared business professionals that are able to perform effectively and efficiently in a diverse environment that is constantly changing.

By helping students develop their personal and professional skills, they will be expected to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate complex business situations. Students work in team-orientated environments and professionally research, analyze, present and communicate their work in oral and written format. Upon completion of their program, they will be expected to apply the core management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling to achieve an organization’s desired goals.

Students choose between a major in Administration or Human Resources.

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The Baking & Pastry Diploma program is designed to prepare graduates for an entry-level position in a variety of food-service industry work settings. The program emphasizes safety, sanitation, the understanding of weights and measures, ingredients, baking methods, and the development of basic skills. Students learn through a combination of lecture, demonstration and extensive practice in kitchen labs. They also produce breads and desserts for the school’s open-to-the-public restaurant which gives them valuable practical experience prior to their externship and graduation.

In the intensive, hands-on Baking & Pastry programs at Oregon Culinary Institute, we offer a methodical approach to classic principles and techniques. You’ll have the opportunity to learn product identification, weights and measures, how leavening agents work; the function of ingredients and how they behave under different temperatures; the mechanics of kneading and the art of blending; mixing methods and how they’re applied; the principles and idiosyncrasies of chocolate tempering and sugar work; the technique of cake formulas and assembly; and the delicate artistry of decorative showpiece work, such as wedding cakes. You will also have the opportunity to gain valuable practical experience, prior to your externship and graduation, by producing breads and plated desserts for OCI’S open-to-the public restaurant.

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The Culinary Arts Diploma program is designed to prepare graduates for an entry-level position in a variety of food service industry work settings. The program emphasizes safety, sanitation, the understanding of ingredients, flavors, and cooking methods, and the development of basic skills. Students learn through a combination of lecture, demonstration and extensive practice in kitchen labs, and also work in the school’s open-to-the-public restaurant which gives them valuable practical experience prior to their externship and graduation.

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The Hospitality Management Associate of Occupational Science program is designed to prepare graduates for a management career in a wide variety of food-service industry work settings. The core curriculum covers safety, sanitation, the understanding of ingredients, flavors and cooking methods, professional cuisine, culinary artistry, food and beverage service, wine studies, dining room management, computer applications, marketing principles, human resource management, and the development of essential communication skills. Related business management studies and general education rounds out the program. Students learn through a combination of lecture, demonstration, extensive practice in the schools’ kitchen labs and open-to-the-public restaurant, and gain valuable experience during their externship at a school-approved industry property. Students choose between a major in Baking & Pastry or Culinary Arts.

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The Healthcare Administration program combines a foundation in medical administration with a thorough understanding of computer applications, solid ground­work in accounting and courses in human resource and organization management. This combination is designed to prepare the student for administration careers in the healthcare industry. Students learn through a combination of lecture, labs and simulation. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the application of management principles to the healthcare environment and be prepared for entry level administrative positions.

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The objective of this program is to prepare graduates for entry-level medical office administration positions. Graduates are trained in general office skills, computer operation skills, receiving patients, preparing medical forms, and in the administration of today’s complex medical and healthcare offices. Employment is directed towards doctors’ offices, hospitals, clinics, and other offices.

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At Pioneer Pacific College, students in the Paralegal Associate of Applied Science Degree Program learn how to handle all duties required to work in a professional setting. Paralegals are detail-oriented, can follow direction, work well in teams and enjoy a fast-paced work environment.

Under the supervision of an attorney, paralegals often work directly with clients in preparation for their case, “hand hold” the client and serve as the clients’ direct contact. For many paralegals, this assistance to clients is one of the most satisfying aspects of their job.

Pioneer Pacific College’s Paralegal Associate of Applied Science degree is one of only two schools in the state of Oregon that offers a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association. Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

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The Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare the graduate for an entry-level position in a physician’s office or medical clinic. The program emphasizes the development of clinical skills to train students for positions such as medical assistant, medical receptionist, health plan coordinator and medical insurance customer service representative. Students learn not only in the classroom, but also in a laboratory which simulates the facilities, equipment, and records found in both the clinical and administrative areas of ambulatory care centers.

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The Radiologic Technology program prepares students to practice as proficient, multi-skilled professionals in a culturally diverse health care setting; to demonstrate outcomes required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and program guidelines; and to apply for and successfully complete ARRT certification examination and possess the qualifications of an entry-level radiographer.

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After successful program completion, graduates will be eligible to apply to the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) to sit for The National Council Licensure Examination, or NCLEX-PN. Once licensed, the graduate may be employed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The student will:

• Gain practical, hands-on experience.
• Experience interdisciplinary settings of community health facilities under the supervision of qualified nursing faculty.
• Work as part of a team in a professional medical setting.
• Learn medical information that can help people lead healthier and happier lives.

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