Business Services to the Community

Small Business Development Center
works in partnership with the Small Business Administration and the Oregon Department of Economic Development to support current and prospective small business owners and managers. Visit the SBDC for

• free personal business counseling
• workshops and seminars focusing on current business issues and management skills
• financial advising and loan packaging for new and expanding businesses
• computer-equipped resource center for assistance with marketing research, feasibility studies, and other information needs

Customized Training & Development Services
designs and delivers specialized training programs to meet the needs of local businesses and public agencies. Customized Training offers

• expert instruction by qualified, experienced trainers
• training needs assessment
• flexible scheduling
• college credit

Office Specialist Training Program
in partnership with Employment Training and Business Services of Clackamas County (ETBS), provides intensive, short-term training to prepare job-seekers for careers in the field of administrative office support. Qualifying applicants receive skills development in

• office management and administrative procedures
• computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, database)
• business writing and math
• human relations and problem-solving skills