PASS (Pathways, Academic Skills, and Services) is for students whose first language is not English seeking an individualized and supportive experience!
PASS Lane serves individuals whose first language is not English by offering supported education and training opportunities to ensure skill advancement and equitable access to employment in quality jobs. PASS Lane is for those who are interested in transitioning to credit classes while working on academic skills and receiving extra support to succeed. When admitted to PASS Lane, you will enroll in college classes and in the PASS Lane support class to strengthen your academic skills.
In PASS Lane programs, you receive the following benefits:
- Individualized coaching
- Proactive cohort advising
- Contextualized reading and study skill development
- Student Success Workshops and services which include employer speakers, industry tours and more.
Upon completion of PASS Lane options, you can:
- Complete a Career Pathway Certificate or other employment training certificate
- Earn college credits towards a related Associate degree
- Enhance both job search and college success skills
- Receive continued support in either job search or academic transition based on individual goals
Want more info? Ready to Apply?
We are currently recruiting for the following PASS Lane Programs:
- When do I start? Every Term
- How long is the program? Program can be completed in as little as 3 terms.
- What certification do I earn? Students can expect to earn an Early Childhood Education Certificate. Credit for Prior Learning is available for students who earn sufficient hours in the Oregon Registry by taking workshops in English or Spanish.
- When do I start? Summer term (August)
- How long is the program? Students complete after 3 terms.
- What certification do I earn? Students can expect to earn certificates in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, Commercial Cooking, or Commercial Baking.
- Culinary Flyer
- When do I start? Winter Term (January)
- How long is the program? This program is extended to 2 terms, versus the traditional 1 term model, in order to specifically provide language learning support to English Learners.
- What certification do I earn? Students will prepare to take the Oregon State Board of Nursing exam to earn a Certified Nursing Assistant License.
- When do I start? Every term
- How long is the program? Students complete 3-4 terms
- What certification do I earn? Students can expect to: Learn skills to quickly get a local construction or warehouse job, acquire points toward entry into Apprenticeship Trades, obtain OSHA 10 certification and obtain an individualized plan toward a Entry Level Trades Worker Certificate.
Students can enroll in an Individualized Plan (non-cohort based) in the following areas:
- Office Support Specialist: Business, Medical or Human Services options
- Welding/Fabrication, Drafting or Manufacturing
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Contact Career Pathways
Career Pathways
4000 East 30th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97405
Building 4, Room 210
In Person Services: Mon-Thurs: 8:30am - 5pm, Fri Closed
Live Remote Services by appointment by emailing careerpathways@lanecc.edu.