Prepare for success with hands-on programs and certifications.
Focusing on the developmental needs of preschool-age children, this program prepares students for careers in childcare, early education, and related government agencies. With an emphasis on Native American communities, this degree offers a solid foundation for direct employment or transfer to a four-year program in early childhood education.
This degree prepares students for entry-level roles in business or continued education at a four-year institution. With courses in administration, marketing, accounting, and management, this degree prepares you to work in a wide range of industries, from public to private sectors. Most credits are transferable, and students receive guidance from academic advisors for either job placement or smooth transfer to a bachelor’s program.
Start your healthcare career as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), working directly with patients in long-term care facilities, assisted living, or hospitals. This course covers essential skills like personal care, safety, and monitoring vital signs. You’ll learn to provide comfort and support to patients while mastering practical techniques, from lifting and moving patients to documenting health stats. After completing the program, you’ll be prepared to take Oklahoma’s certification tests and start making a difference in patient care.
Note: This course is a prerequisite for the Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program.
Prepare for a critical role in healthcare as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA). This state-regulated program equips you with the skills to safely administer medications in nursing and healthcare facilities, covering topics such as medication effects and administration techniques. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to take the state certification exam and advance your career, gaining qualifications to support patients directly through medication management.
Note: To enroll, you must first pass the CNA program, have six months of work experience, and complete a background check.
Get ready for a hands-on role in healthcare as a phlebotomist, where you’ll learn how to safely collect blood samples for important medical tests. This course teaches you the basics of drawing blood, handling samples, and managing your workflow. You’ll practice blood draws using a virtual simulator and in a classroom lab, building skills and confidence for work in labs, clinics, and hospitals.
Step into the world of healthcare administration as a Medical Coder, where you’ll learn to translate medical procedures and diagnoses into standardized codes. This career combines elements of healthcare, computers, finance, and business administration to play a vital role in patient record-keeping and billing. Graduates are prepared to sit for the AHIMA CCA and CCS certification exams, opening doors to careers in hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies.
Become a vital support for survivors with the Tribal Victim Advocacy certification. This program teaches you how to effectively assist and guide victims of violence within tribal communities, combining legal and cultural training to provide holistic care and advocacy. Graduates are prepared to offer informed, compassionate support, bridging survivors with the resources and justice they need.
Gain the skills to support and advocate for victims within tribal communities with our Tribal Crime Victim Specialist program. This specialized training equips you with culturally and legally relevant tools to assist victims through compassionate advocacy, resource connection, and case management. Graduates are prepared for impactful roles in community support, helping survivors find justice and healing.
Prepare to advocate for justice in tribal courts with the Tribal Court Legal Advocacy program. In just six months, you’ll learn to litigate civil cases that promote safety and justice for American Indian/Alaska Native survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
From community outreach to groundbreaking research, PNC is a dynamic center for learning, growth, and impact for the whole community. Here’s how we’re making a difference every day.
PNC’s Outreach & Extension programs support the community through educational and development initiatives, open to all.
Join PNC’s public events, including our Food Industry Leadership summer program with OSU and other community workshops.
Our AmeriCorps VISTA projects focus on land management, GIS, and youth programs, building skills and support networks within the community.
Our library supports the creation of the Pawnee Nation Digital Archive, preserving tribal history and culture for future generations.
In collaboration with OU Health Science center we provide education, training, and portable air filtration systems to improve air quality in local day care centers.
Our Research & Demonstration initiatives explore sustainability, agriculture, and environmental health through hands-on, community-focused projects.
This community garden showcases local crops and gardening techniques, serving as both a teaching tool and a research site for crop optimization.
With the help of student interns, we conduct regular soil, water, animal and plant life monitoring to track ecosystem health.
Our upcoming project combines solar technology with agriculture, exploring how solar panels can improve crop growth and energy efficiency.
