Lane Community College Campuses

The Cottage Grove Center serves the rural South Lane County community with accessible education focused on vocational skills, basic academics, and regional workforce needs. This smaller campus provides personalized instruction in a supportive environment, ideal for local residents seeking career training without relocating.

• General Education Development (GED) preparation and high school completion programs, including math, reading, writing, and science fundamentals for adult learners.
• Basic skills and literacy courses, with tutoring in English, math, and computer basics to build foundational competencies.
• Healthcare aide and certified nursing assistant (CNA) training, emphasizing patient care, vital signs, and infection control in community health settings.
• Early childhood education certificates, covering child development, curriculum planning, and safe learning environments for preschool teachers.
• Business essentials and office skills, including keyboarding, customer service, and basic accounting for small town enterprises.
• Industrial maintenance and welding basics, with hands-on practice in metal fabrication, safety protocols, and tool usage for manufacturing jobs.
• Agricultural and natural resources short courses, focusing on sustainable farming, horticulture, and forestry basics relevant to the area's timber and agriculture economy.
• Community health worker training, addressing local wellness, nutrition, and preventive care in underserved populations.
• ESL and citizenship preparation, tailored to the diverse immigrant workforce in rural Oregon.
• Non-credit workshops in home economics, parenting skills, and financial literacy to support family stability.

Classes are offered in flexible formats, including hybrid online options, to accommodate working parents and shift workers. The center collaborates with local employers for apprenticeships in trades and healthcare. By addressing regional demands like seasonal agriculture and small business support, it fosters community resilience and upward mobility. Students benefit from advising, job placement assistance, and transfer pathways to the main campus, ensuring comprehensive educational opportunities in a welcoming, small-town atmosphere.

The Downtown Center focuses on professional development, business, and community-oriented education, conveniently located in Eugene's vibrant urban core. This facility emphasizes flexible scheduling for working adults, offering credit and non-credit courses tailored to career advancement and lifelong learning.

• Business administration and management certificates, covering accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship, and small business operations with real-world case studies.
• Office administration and administrative professional training, including software proficiency in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and project management tools.
• Human resources and leadership development, with courses on employee relations, diversity training, and supervisory skills for mid-level professionals.
• Continuing education in real estate, paralegal studies, and legal assisting, preparing students for licensing exams and entry-level roles.
• English as a Second Language (ESL) programs at various levels, integrated with workforce preparation for immigrants and international students.
• Community education workshops in personal finance, resume writing, job search strategies, and digital literacy for all ages.
• Culinary arts basics and hospitality management, featuring short-term certificates in food service, event planning, and customer service.
• Graphic design and digital media, using Adobe Creative Suite for web design, branding, and multimedia production in a collaborative studio setting.
• Sustainable business practices and green entrepreneurship, addressing environmental compliance and eco-friendly operations for local industries.
• Healthcare administration and medical billing/coding, with emphasis on HIPAA regulations, insurance processing, and electronic health records.

The center also hosts the Center for Meeting and Learning, facilitating conferences, seminars, and customized corporate training. With small class sizes and evening/weekend options, it supports non-traditional students balancing work and family. Partnerships with downtown businesses provide internship opportunities, enhancing practical experience. This location's curriculum promotes economic vitality in the Willamette Valley, empowering individuals to thrive in service, tech, and creative sectors through accessible, high-quality instruction.

The Main Campus of Lane Community College offers a comprehensive array of academic and vocational programs designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities or direct entry into the workforce. With state-of-the-art facilities, including science labs, computer centers, and a performing arts center, this campus hosts the majority of the college's degree and certificate programs.

• Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) degrees in liberal arts, sciences, and general studies, emphasizing foundational coursework in mathematics, English, history, and social sciences.
• Transfer programs in business administration, computer science, engineering, and health sciences, allowing seamless progression to institutions like the University of Oregon.
• Vocational training in automotive technology, welding, machining, and manufacturing, with hands-on labs equipped for industry-standard certifications.
• Health professions including nursing (RN and LPN), dental hygiene, medical assisting, and emergency medical technician (EMT) training, featuring simulation centers for clinical practice.
• Arts and humanities courses such as visual arts, music, theater, and graphic design, supported by galleries and performance venues.
• Environmental sciences and forestry programs, leveraging the Pacific Northwest's natural resources for fieldwork in ecology, wildlife biology, and sustainable practices.
• Early childhood education and human services, preparing students for roles in childcare, social work, and community support.
• Information technology and cybersecurity, with courses in programming, networking, and database management using modern software tools.
• Aviation maintenance technology, unique to the region, offering FAA-certified training in aircraft repair and inspection.
• Apprenticeship programs in construction trades, electrical work, and plumbing, partnering with local unions for paid on-the-job experience.

Additionally, the campus provides extensive support services like tutoring, career counseling, and ESL classes to ensure student success. Community education offerings include non-credit workshops in personal development, fitness, and hobby crafts. This diverse curriculum serves over 10,000 students annually, fostering skills for lifelong learning and economic mobility in Oregon's dynamic job market. Programs are continually updated to align with industry trends, ensuring graduates are competitive and adaptable.