Health Sciences Biotech Program

Health Sciences/Biotechnology Program (Biotech)?

  • Program Goals 

    The Health Sciences/Biotechnology Program (Biotech) features a comprehensive academic offering in the core subjects of science and math rounded out by career and mentoring experiences provided by the On Track OHSU! Program. The primary goal of Biotech is to prepare students for successful transition into post-secondary education, training, and future careers in science, health care, or biotechnology. 

    Program Vision 

    The Health Sciences/Biotech Program seeks students who: 

    • Have an interest in science. 

    • Are committed to taking math and science every year in high school. 

    • Are committed to taking classes at PCC junior and senior year

    • Are willing to participate in field trips and mentoring sponsored by the On Track OHSU! Program. 

    • Reflect the demographics of the student body.

    Benefits 

    Academic Preparation: Students completing Biotech's rigorous program of study finish high school with four credits in math through Precalculus or Calculus and five credits in science including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, and a capstone class in senior year which will include taking courses at PCC. The Biotech Program course completion not only meets but exceeds the state's graduation requirements in math and science as well as the requirements to be considered a CTE pathway completer. For athletes, the Biotech curriculum meets the NCAA eligibility requirements. 

    College Credit: Jefferson High School - Middle College for Advanced Studies is located across the street from PCC Cascade Campus. Through a partnership between the school district and Portland Community College, Jefferson's Middle College students begin earning college credit in their junior year of high school for free. The Middle College enhances the challenging and engaging experience of Biotech. Some course options at PCC that complement the Biotech curriculum include MP 111 Medical Terminology, MP 140 Health Law & Ethics, BI 101 Intro to Biology, BI 212 Cell Biology for Health Occupations, CH 150 General Chemistry, HE 242 Stress & Human Health, Math 111/112 or 251/252. 

    Partnerships: The academic program is further enriched by a continuum of career exploration activities provided by community and business partners including Oregon Health & Sciences University/On Track OHSU! Program, Providence Health System, Legacy Health System, Kaiser Permanente, and more. Through these important connections, students are introduced to professionals in a variety of health, science, and biotechnology careers. At the beginning of the program, students participate in site visits and other career-sampling activities. Mentoring sessions are provided with students from OHSU. Upper-division students may complete job shadows and/or internships. 

     

  • Career and Technical Education Equal Opportunity Statement

    ½ûÂþÌìÌà promotes equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, career, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran status. All course offerings are available to students and a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in any CTE program.