Two-year accredited community college programs.

Columbia-Greene Community College is a two-year college accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, offering a variety of Associate degrees and Certificate programs.

Offers an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors who attend our partner school districts to earn college credits while having an experience of college life. Students enroll in college classes and interact with college faculty, staff and other students. ECP students can earn college-level credits while continuing to complete high school. All classes are taught by college professors, and ECP students are integrated into classes with college students. Each program participant is assigned an ECP counselor. With guidance from the College’s Program staff, students select classes from the general education program or take a sequence of courses in a particular curriculum. Enrollment in courses through Suffolk’s Early College Program generates an official Suffolk academic transcript for each student. Successfully earned credits are accepted at Suffolk or can be transferred to a multitude of other colleges and universities. Acceptance of credit for college-level course work is under the domain of the receiving colleges and universities with general acceptance within State University of New York (SUNY) institutions. Graduates of the program have gone on to notable two and four-year institutions, including Suffolk County Community College and are strong candidates for their Honor’s Program. Call for more detailed information.

Provides non-credit continuing education personal enrichment courses at each of the campuses. Sample course offerings include: Basic French for Travelers; Basic Italian for Travelers I; Basic Italian for Travelers II; Basic Spanish for Travelers; Community Spanish I; Community Spanish II; Creative Writing for Fiction/Non-Fiction; Intensive Practical Spanish and Memoir Writing. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for details and a brochure.

Offers courses in a variety of specialty interests. Sample course offerings include: 21st Century Human Dissection- A Journey into the Human Body for Seniors; Bulbs; Celestial Exp. in the Planet; Design and Create Your Own Indoor Herb Garden for Seniors; Exploring the Night Sky for Seniors; Fall Tree Planting on Long Island; Fruit Trees & Small Ornam Tree; Garden Soil and Composting; Help Keep Your Brain Young; Indoor Succulent Planters; Introduction to Tai Chi for Seniors; Perennials; Permaculture, Fruits, and Mushroom Kits for Long Island; Pollination, Insects & Disease; Seed, Germination & Propogation; Summer Harvest at the Culinary Arts Center; Trees and Shrubs for the Home Gardener and Your Home or Community Organic Vegetable Garden. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for detailed information.

Offers a certificate program in Disability Studies. Sample course offerings include: Personal and Family Health; Community Health; Biomedical Ethics; Psychology of the Exceptional Child; Abnormal Psychology or Perspectives on People with Disabilities; Applied Behavior Analysis: Field Experience I; Introduction to Developmental Disabilities; Enhanced Composition I; Composition I; General Psychology I; Infant and Toddlers; Adolescent Psychology; Child Development or Lifespan Human Development; Personal and Family Health; Community Health; Biomedical Ethics and Psychology of the Exceptional Child. Additional electives are required. Courses vary each semester. Call for more detailed information.

Provides non-credit continuing education personal enrichment courses at each of the campuses. Sample course offerings include: Basic French for Travelers; Basic Italian for Travelers I; Basic Italian for Travelers II; Basic Spanish for Travelers; Community Spanish I; Community Spanish II; Creative Writing for Fiction/Non-Fiction; Intensive Practical Spanish and Memoir Writing. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for details and a brochure.

Course offerings include: Financial Planning Overview; Intermediate Quickbooks; Introduction to Quickbooks; Social Security Optimization and Stocks, Bonds and Investing. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for detailed information.

Offers high school students a non-credit, state-certified Driver and Traffic Safety Education program. Those who successfully complete the course will receive the MV-285 Student Certificate Completion issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles. The MV-285 allows students with a NYS Junior Permit to schedule a road test, receive their senior license at the age of 17 instead of 18, and may be eligible for a rate reduction in their automobile insurance. This program consists of 25.5 hours of classroom instruction and 25.5 hours of behind the wheel training and observation. Effective July 1, this course will be offered in-person, on the Ammerman Campus in Selden. Please note that XDT100 and XDT200 are corequisites and must be taken together and successfully completed to obtain the MV-285. For more information, please call the Office of Continuing Education at (631) 451-4399 or email your request to [email protected].

Offers exam preparation courses. Sample course offerings include: Algebra I & II Regents Review; Chemistry Regents Review; Chemistry Review for Biology Students; Civil Service Preparation; Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Exam Preparation (CASAC); Earth Science Regents Review; English Language Arts Regents Review; Essential A&P Review for Anatomy & Physiology Part I & Part II; Essential Anatomy & Physiology Review for Microbiology; GED/High School Equivalency Preparation; GED/HSE for ELL Level 4 or 5; Geometry Regents Review; Global History and Government Regents Review; Living Environment Regents Review; Math for Introductory Science Courses; Notary Public Preparation; NYPD Police Officer Entrance Exam Prep; National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) Preparation; Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking; Physics Regents Review; Preparation for Introductory Science Courses; Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) National Exam Preparation Course; SAT Prep Course; Study Skills – Grades 7-8; Study Skills – Grades 9-12; Study Skills for the Adult Student; Time Management; Time Management – Grades 7-8; Time Management – Grades 9-12; U.S. History and Government Regents Review and Veterinary Technician National Exam Preparation. Courses vary each semester and are located at various locations. Call for more detailed information and course location.

Offers a 120 hour Dietary Managers Program. This is a two-semester course which trains and educates food service managers. This course has been granted full approval by the Association of Nutrition and Food Service Professionals (ANFP). Graduates are eligible for membership in the ANFP and may take the National Certification Examination for Dietary Managers. Supervisors, cooks and other dietary personnel who have demonstrated leadership potential are eligible to enroll in the program. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for detailed information.

Offers foreign language courses. Sample course offerings include: Basic French for Travelers; Basic Italian for Travelers I; Basic Italian for Travelers II; Basic Spanish for Travelers; Community Spanish I; Community Spanish II and Intensive Practical Spanish. Courses vary each semester and are located at various locations. Call for further information.

Offers Suffolk County residents 60 years of age or older the ability to attend credit-bearing courses on a space available basis without paying tuition. Please note, however, that senior citizens are expected to pay required college fees. In addition, Senior citizens enrolling in a physical education, internship, cooperative education or field placement course/program are required to pay a non-refundable accident insurance fee. Those who attend courses through this program do not receive academic credit but have an opportunity to develop their personal and professional interests by attending the classes as “audit” students. Though not paying tuition, senior citizens are subject to the audit conditions outlined under "Grading System" of the Academic Policies webpage. It should be understood that no grades can be earned or recorded for participation in these courses. Unfortunately, the College cannot extend this opportunity to attend courses on a space-available basis to senior citizens registering for Continuing Education/non-credit courses, since the latter must be financially self-supporting and therefore, tuition must be paid. Additional information may be obtained by calling the campus Registrar's Office. Senior citizens are also invited to attend the theatre productions, concerts, art exhibits and lectures sponsored by the College. Call for more detailed information.

Offers students the opportunity to earn the most sought after credential in the human resources management profession. Earning your SHRM® credential makes you a recognized expert and leader in the HR field and a valuable asset to your organization, keeping you and your organization more competitive in today's economy. This professional distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge and skills. HR teams are assuming increasing responsibilities in managing diverse staff and workplaces as well as setting strategic direction. SHRM®’s global HR credentials provide you tangible recognition and prepare you for advancement. Based on SHRM®’s Body of Competency and Knowledge™ (SHRM BoCK™), SHRM® certification is applicable across industries, job responsibilities, and career levels as well as recognized globally. SHRM® certifications directly link to on-the-job scenarios and realistic work situations. Our program is open to anyone that wants to attend. However, if you are seeking certification, please review SHRM’s exam eligibility requirements. Included in the course fee are the required text and online access to resources. access to SHRM® online resources. The exam fee is not included in this course fee. Call for more detailed information.

Offers a certificate program in Administrative Business Technology-Medical. The medical curriculum offers students the opportunity to acquire skills necessary to seek employment in doctors' offices, hospitals, research institutions, insurance and pharmaceutical companies, and other health facilities. Students take courses in medical terminology, medical transcription, medical coding, medical billing, and medical office procedures. During the final semester, all students participate in a medical internship program. Call for more detailed information regarding the certificate program.

Offers culinary courses that are designed to provide the best hands-on experience with our skilled chefs. Many of our classes have a seat limit of 12 to 16 students allowing for personalized instruction. Sample course offerings include: A Great Wine and Cheese Party and The Art of Hors d’oeuvers. Courses vary each semester and are offered at various locations.

Provides students with a broad-based, hands-on education geared towards obtaining employment in the field of interior design. Emphasis is placed on developing conceptual, technical, and communication skills and building industry relationships. Sample Course offerings include: Intro. to Interior Design Studio I; History of Furnishings and Design; Color for Home Furnishings and Design; Graphics; Drawing I; Interior Lighting Design; Resources and Materials; Design Studio II; Presentation Techniques for Interior Designers; Professional Practices and Business Techniques and Introduction to CAD and Code. Courses vary each semester. Call for more detailed information.

Assisting veterans not only in maximizing their benefits, but also in supporting a successful transition to college life and achieving their educational and personal goals. The combination of resources, institutional support, student community and personalized attention you will receive while enrolled at Suffolk makes it an excellent place to begin your academic career or continue your studies. Suffolk offers a Veterans Resource Center with dedicated professionals that is available on each campus to assist you with the process for transitioning from military to college life and beyond along with a veterans lounge so veterans have a quiet space on campus to study and connect with fellow student veterans. A vibrant Student Veterans of America chapter on each campus will help connect you with other service members and veterans who want to support you as well a chapter of the SALUTE national honor society for military and veterans. Suffolk partners with outside community organizations that serve military and veteran, bringing a wide variety of resources to the College veteran community. Suffolk offers priority registration for military-connected students, helping you secure the classes and schedules you need. Suffolk proudly accepts military training credits that are recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE), which helps service members and veterans obtain college credit for their military training and experience. At Suffolk, credit is also awarded for CLEP and DSST exams. Call for more detailed information.

Course offerings include: Blueprint Reading for the Construction Trades; OSHA 10-Hour for Construction Certification; OSHA 30-Hour for Construction Safety Certification and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Safety Certification. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for detailed information.

Offers High School Equivalency (HSE) Preparation and General Educational Development (GED) courses. Preparatory classes are available to students who are 17 years of age and older. Courses enable students to prepare for the GED, earn a high school equivalency diploma, improve educational skill levels and increase employment opportunities. The instruction and classes are specially designed and customized for the student’s skill level. Students work at their own pace with instruction in an individual or small group setting. Three-hour classes, which meet twice a week, offer instruction in subjects that include; social studies, reading, English, math, and science. Call for detailed information and course offerings.

Offers exam preparation courses. Sample course offerings include: Algebra I & II Regents Review; Chemistry Regents Review; Chemistry Review for Biology Students; Civil Service Preparation; Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Exam Preparation (CASAC); Earth Science Regents Review; English Language Arts Regents Review; Essential A&P Review for Anatomy & Physiology Part I & Part II; Essential Anatomy & Physiology Review for Microbiology; GED/High School Equivalency Preparation; GED/HSE for ELL Level 4 or 5; Geometry Regents Review; Global History and Government Regents Review; Living Environment Regents Review; Math for Introductory Science Courses; Notary Public Preparation; NYPD Police Officer Entrance Exam Prep; National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) Preparation; Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking; Physics Regents Review; Preparation for Introductory Science Courses; Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) National Exam Preparation Course; SAT Prep Course; Study Skills – Grades 7-8; Study Skills – Grades 9-12; Study Skills for the Adult Student; Time Management; Time Management – Grades 7-8; Time Management – Grades 9-12; U.S. History and Government Regents Review and Veterinary Technician National Exam Preparation. Courses vary each semester and are located at various locations. Call for more detailed information and course location.

Offers foreign language courses. Sample course offerings include: Basic French for Travelers; Basic Italian for Travelers I; Basic Italian for Travelers II; Basic Spanish for Travelers; Community Spanish I; Community Spanish II and Intensive Practical Spanish. Courses vary each semester and are located at various locations. Call for further information.

Offers an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors who attend our partner school districts to earn college credits while having an experience of college life. Students enroll in college classes and interact with college faculty, staff and other students. ECP students can earn college-level credits while continuing to complete high school. All classes are taught by college professors, and ECP students are integrated into classes with college students. Each program participant is assigned an ECP counselor. With guidance from the College’s Program staff, students select classes from the general education program or take a sequence of courses in a particular curriculum. Enrollment in courses through Suffolk’s Early College Program generates an official Suffolk academic transcript for each student. Successfully earned credits are accepted at Suffolk or can be transferred to a multitude of other colleges and universities. Acceptance of credit for college-level course work is under the domain of the receiving colleges and universities with general acceptance within State University of New York (SUNY) institutions. Graduates of the program have gone on to notable two and four-year institutions, including Suffolk County Community College and are strong candidates for their Honor’s Program. Call for more detailed information.

Offers science courses. Sample course offerings include: Chemistry Review for Biology Students; Essential A&P Review for Anatomy & Physiology – Part I; Essential A&P Review for Anatomy & Physiology – Part II; Essential Anatomy & Physiology Review for Microbiology and Preparation for Introductory Science Courses. Courses vary each semester and are held at various locations. Call for detailed information. 

Offers classes in the English Language, Foreign Languages, and American Sign Language. NCC's Language Center English Language Skills classes are specifically designed for non-Native English speakers. New English Language students or students who have not attended our English classes for one year or more should take the LC assessment test so we can place you into the correct class level. English Language classes are designed to meet different student needs. The core curriculum includes: Introduction to the English Language and English Language Skills, levels 1-6. In addition to our core classes, English language students may take elective classes like Pronunciation Skills, Personal Writing Skills, TOEFL Preparation or Conversation Skills. The Language Center is proud to offer a variety of foreign languages for study as well as American Sign Language. Foreign Language courses are taught to groups at different levels of mastery, guiding students in speaking, reading, writing, and listening to the language as well as in developing a familiarity with important customs, cultures, and traditions of the countries in which the languages are spoken. Call for more detailed information regarding each program and courses that are offered.