Build Skills. Strengthen Teams. Grow Your Business.
Whether you want to advance your career, strengthen your workforce or grow a business, COCC’s Center for Business connects you with practical training and expert support. Explore professional development courses, customized workforce training, license and certification preparation, and small business resources designed for professionals, employers, entrepreneurs and organizations throughout Central Oregon.
Professional Development for Today’s Workplace
Build practical skills you can apply right away. COCC offers professional development courses in leadership and management, communication, project management, web and office productivity, technology and more. With in-person and online learning opportunities, you can find training that fits your career goals and schedule.
Customized Training Built Around Your Team
Every organization has different goals. COCC can bring customized training directly to your workplace, or your team can train at one of our campuses. We partner with businesses, nonprofits and public agencies to develop targeted training around your priorities, schedule and workforce needs.
Customized training can help your organization strengthen leadership, improve communication, develop employees, adopt new technology and build a more effective workplace.
License, Certification and Career Training
Prepare for your next career move or help employees develop valuable workplace skills. COCC offers license, certification and career training in areas such as real estate, tax preparation, forklift operation, irrigation, pesticide application, phlebotomy and more.
Programs vary throughout the year, providing practical opportunities to prepare for industry requirements, strengthen your credentials and expand your career options.
Support for Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Starting a business or ready to grow one? The Central Oregon Small Business Development Center at COCC provides no-cost, confidential advising and practical courses for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Connect with experienced advisers and find support for business planning, marketing, finance, accounting and the many decisions involved in launching, managing and growing a successful business.
Find Your Next Step
Not sure which course, training option or business resource is right for you? Contact the Center for Business and let us help you identify the right opportunity for your goals, team or organization.
