Campus Degree Options in Oregon (OR)
Oregon Careers Still Moving in Today's Job Market
After eight straight quarters of losing Oregon jobs, the first quarter of 2010 shows some light. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Oregon suffered up to 8.0 percent loss in the job market the previous two years, it has slowed down to just 2.2 percent loss. The last positive rate was the fourth quarter of 2007 at 0.7 percent.
Oregon Jobs and the Future
Several jobs in Oregon (and nationwide) should see great growth. Physician assistants were the second fastest growing job for the state-specific predictions 58 percent expected growth, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. According to the BLS, physician assistants also commanded an annual salary of $87,400 in 2009. Nationally, between 2008 and 2018, the BLS predicts significant growth in the field. Other Oregon jobs should see growth that require education are:
- Physical therapists: 33 percent
- Network and computer systems administrators: 33 percent
- Physicians and surgeons: 32 percent
- Network systems and data communications analysts: 29 percent
It's also worth noting that BLS predicts that there should be twice as many doctors as computer administrators-- 8,930 to 4,100--demonstrating a significant need in the Oregon job market. In 2009, 28 percent of all Oregonians held at least a bachelor's degree, according the U.S. Census Bureau. This is just 0.6 percent higher than the national mark.
As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has locations nationwide, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal and sooner than you might think.
- MA in Education/Elementary Teacher Education/Middle Level
- BS in Information Technology-Software Engineering
- MA in Education/Elementary Teacher Education/Early Childhood
- BS in Business/Accounting
- Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education - High School/Middle Level
A graduate degree really can make a difference, especially when it's from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management. Online, evening and weekend classes are available.
- Associate - Web Graphic Design
- Bachelor's - Business Administration - Business Information Systems
- Master's-Business Administration
- Graduate Certificate-Network and Communications Management
- Master's-Human Resource Management
Develop the skills to succeed in today's highly competitive business environment. Everest College can prepare you for a rewarding career in some of today's hottest fields.
- Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
- Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
- Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Science
- Associate of Science - Business
- Diploma - Medical Administrative Assistant
Your creativity is a big part of who you are and where you're going. To take it, and your future, as far as you want, you need an education that's focused on developing your talents and putting you on the path toward the creative career that stirs your imagination.
- Interior Design (BFA)
- Culinary Management (BS)
- Digital Film & Video (BFA)
- Graphic & Web Design (BFA)
- Design Research (BFA)
Heald College provides hands-on educational programs that can help students prepare for careers in the healthcare, business, legal and technology fields. Heald takes a very personal approach to career education, offering small classes, intimate work groups and support systems designed to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
- Accounting
- Entrepreneurship
- Office Skills
- Business Administration
- Paralegal
Take your career to a whole new level with a degree from Everest Institute. Programs available in Accounting, Paralegal, Business Administration and more.
- Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (Diploma)
- Massage Therapy (Diploma)
- Medical General
- Medical Assistant (Diploma)
- Pharmacy Technician (Diploma)
You can get started on a new career with Institute of Technology. We offer diploma and associate degree programs for careers in the culinary, technical, medical, business, and legal fields.
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.iot.edu/disclosure.
- Medical Administrative Assisting
- Medical Assistant
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Practical Nursing
Get the hands-on training you need to enter the exciting health care or criminal justice fields at Anthem College. Learn from our outstanding professional faculty in a hands-on, real-world environment. We offer financial aid for those who qualify, outstanding student services, placement assistance for graduates, and more.
- Medical Billing & Coding - DIP
- Medical Assistant - DIP
- Massage Therapy - DIP
- Dental Assistant - DIP
- Pharmacy Technician - DIP
If you've ever imagined yourself working in the fast-paced beauty industry, Marinello Schools of Beauty has a program to get your foot in the door. Whether you choose cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology or makeup artistry, Marinello will help you turn your passion for beauty into a career. Marinello Schools of Beauty makes every student's success a top priority. Our schools are designed to simulate a working salon environment to provide students with real-life experience and a practical, hands-on education. Each campus is equipped with the latest visual and teaching aids, including the modern professional beauty equipment used in America's top salons.
- Nail Technology
- Cosmetology
- Esthetics (Skin Care)
- Hair Design
Advance your career with Oregon Coast Culinary Institute. We offer accelerated associate degree programs in culinary arts management training and baking and pastry. At OCCI, you can finish your degree in just over a year!
- Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts Management
- Associate of Applied Science in Baking & Pastry Arts
