Trade Schools in Saint Helens, Oregon

The Pacific Northwest Carpenters Institute provides comprehensive apprenticeship and journey-level upgrade training for the carpentry trade. With strong industry partnerships and union backing, students receive hands-on training in commercial and residential construction techniques. The program emphasizes safety certifications, modern building methods, and offers excellent job placement through union connections. Graduates typically secure employment with top construction firms throughout the Pacific Northwest, including companies that serve the Saint Helens area.

PCC's Swan Island Trade Center offers state-of-the-art technical training programs specifically designed for manufacturing and industrial trades. The facility features industry-standard equipment including multiple welding bays, CNC machines, and automation systems. Programs lead to industry-recognized certifications and associate degrees, with strong partnerships with local employers including Vigor Industrial and other Columbia River industrial companies. The college provides comprehensive student support services and has excellent job placement rates for graduates seeking positions in the Saint Helens industrial corridor.

ABC Oregon offers merit-shop apprenticeship programs in multiple construction trades with comprehensive training facilities serving the greater Portland metro area, including Saint Helens. The electrical, plumbing, and HVAC programs provide both classroom instruction and paid on-the-job training through contractor partnerships. Students earn while they learn and graduate with industry certifications and journey-level status. The program maintains strong relationships with contractors throughout Columbia County and has excellent placement rates with both union and non-union employers in the region.