Pioneer Pacific College

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.