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Mt. Hood Community College

Academics & Training
- Academics and Training
  At Mt. Hood Community College you'll find highly skilled faculty members providing you the best in educational opportunities. Offering over 120 professional programs, as well as a variety of university transfer possibilities, MHCC prepares you for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
  
  Program Majors
  Not sure what career path you want to take? Search what MHCC has to offer to help you make a choice.
  
  Course Description Search
  
  Looking for a course description? Use the our new search tool to find what your are looking for.
Registration & Financial Aid
- Registration Resources
  
  How to register for classes, add a class, add to a wait list and more.
  
  Financial Aid
  Financial aid is money provided to help bridge the gap between your own resources and the amount needed to pay for the cost of attending college.
  
  Student Financial Services
  Student Financial Services provides information on college policies, procedures and student responsibilities related to charges and payments posted on student accounts.
College Services
- Orientation Center
  Stop by if you have questions about or need help with: applying for admission to the college, filing the FAFSA, completing necessary Financial Aid steps, registering for classes, setting up your student email or Higher One account, and applying for graduation.
  
  Academic Advising
  
  Academic Advising and Transfer Center
  
  Career Planning
  
  Career Planning and Counseling Center
Student Life
- Student Life
  The office of Student Life located in the College Center supports countless programs, clubs, and events that provide an engaging social, cultural and educational experience for students. The following opportunities eagerly await you!
  
  Diversity Resource Center
  The DRC provides resources, events, trainings and workshops, and an intercultural library all designed to support our academic home as well as preparing our students to be most successful in a globalized working world.
Community
- Business Services
  Business Services helps small businesses start and grow successfully, partner with local companies to train their workforce and help community members, job seekers and professionals advance in their career or learn a new skill.
  
  Workforce Training
  MHCC provides corporate training and continuing education to support professional development, licensure, and assist businesses with their workforce needs.
  
  Aquatics
  Whether you’re looking for a place to swim laps, take a water exercise class, swim lesson or enjoy our open recreation swim there’s something for everyone.
Athletics
- Athletics
  Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) is committed to working with student athletes as they pursue excellence in athletics and academics. We will establish within our students an ethical foundation that supports and encourages competitive success, intellectual growth and social development.
  
  Women's Basketball
  
  Coach Vandenboer led the Saints back to the NWAC Basketball Championship Tournament and the future continues to be bright after another successful recruiting year. Coach Vandenboer will continue to instill a culture of excellence built on the core values of strong academics, outstanding citizenship, excellent basketball skills and a work ethic that is unmatched.
  
  Men's Basketball
  
  Coach Hawley begins his third year as the head coach of the Saints and his efforts have not gone unnoticed. Under the direction of Coach Hawley the Saints returned to the NWAC Championship Tournament in 2017 and advanced to the "Elite Eight." Coach Hawley has instilled a culture of excellence built on the core values of strong academics, outstanding citizenship, excellent basketball skills and a work ethic that is unmatched.
About
- Office of the President
  Whether you are a new student or continuing your education, we want you to know we are here to help you reach your educational goals.
  
  Foundation and Alumni
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Career Planning & Counseling Center

The Career Planning and Counseling Center (CPCC) is staffed by counselors and a Student Career Development Coordinator. It is the go-to site for students seeking support in their career planning and choosing of a major.

The CPCC is also the go-to site for students seeking personal counseling services and referrals on concerns related to depression, anxiety, suicide, stress management, eating disorders, and addiction.

The CPCC counselors also teach Human Development courses on topics such as College Success and Career and Life Planning.

Contact Us!

Career Planning and Counseling Center (CPCC)
Gresham Campus, Room AC1152
Phone: 503-491-7432
Email: mhcareer@mhcc.edu

If urgent care or crisis response is needed, please do not email and contact the CPCC front desk at 503-491-7432 during normal business hours and/or call Public Safety at 503-491-7911 or 911.

Hours
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Please note the CPCC will be closed on the following dates:
Thursday, July 4 for Independence Day

Please also note the CPCC has limited counseling services during finals week and non-instructional breaks (e.g., winter and spring break).

Our staff is committed to social equity and non-discrimination with providing a safe, welcoming environment for all students: Equal Opportunity: Culture of Respect.

Meet the Staff

Career Planning

If a student needs help with identifying programs related to a major or career path, reviewing a resume, or creating a career development plan, the CPCC provides career counseling, assessments, online resources, and onsite career fairs to assist students in pursuing or progressing with a satisfying career.

Human Development

The CPCC offers college-credit courses within Human Development that cover college success, career and life planning, scholarship success, and transferring to a four-year college or university.

Personal Counseling

If a student needs support in discussing academic or personal concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, dealing with a failing grade, stress management, or suicide), the CPCC provides free, confidential and professional counseling services and referrals.

Opportunities for Employers

If you’re an employer seeking opportunities to partner and recruit from our community of students, the CPCC has an active online and physical job board, career fairs, and customized onsite recruitment events.

Faculty Resources

The CPCC offers online and in-person resources for faculty, staff, and clubs to meet their student's career development needs.

Reporting a Student of Concern

If there is a concern about the well-being, safety, and health of a student, the Care Report is the form used to inform the CPCC counselors and Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment (BITA) team.

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