Offers English classes to help adults to learn to speak, read and write English. No charge for English classes to those eligible. Wilson Tech also offers citizenship education to help prepare for USCIS Civics Test. Call (631) 667-6000 x327 for an appointment for a pre-test which is used to place you in the appropriate level. A Spanish-speaking representative is available on most days. Courses are offered at various times and locations. Call for detailed information.

Provides students with the opportunity to receive a high quality education for the career best suited to their abilities, interests, and ambitions in an educational environment characterized by high expectations and staffed by professionals who are knowledgeable, compassionate, creative, supportive, and effective. Sample course offerings include: Medical Assistant; Medical Office Administration; (With Billing and Coding); Computer Technician Networking Specialist; Web Application Design and Development; Practical Nursing; Radiologic Technology; Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Medical Billing Specialist. Hunter Business School is an educational institution accredited by the Commission on Secondary Schools, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS). The Medical Assistant and Ultrasound programs have been additionally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP). Call for more detailed information.

Offers courses in: Comprehensive Welding-Basic; Electrical Arc Welding I & II; Heliarc (TIG) I & II; and Oxyacetylene Welding/MIG Welding. Courses vary each semester. Call for details.

Offers courses in: Security Guard Training and New York State Professional Process Server. Courses vary each semester and are located at various locations.

Offers courses for students to learn about Manufacturing. Manufacturing Technician Training Advanced technology is an integral part of the new-generation manufacturing industry. Learn skills to operate cutting-edge machinery to perform precision production. Study shop floor mathematics, computer skills and introduction to computer-aided drafting (CAD). Learn about quality and safe machine shop set-up and operation. Engage in job readiness and practical on-site training. Gain professional skills to sharpen employability and meet with counselors in our Employment Center to explore job opportunities with Long Island manufacturing companies. Call for more detailed information.

Offers career technical training in more than 100 career areas. Students receive housing, meals, basic health care, a living allowance, training, and preparation for a career.

Offers comprehensive education and training to students entering the job market, seeking a new career or looking to upgrade their skills. The Employment Resource Center offers students the essential edge to successfully compete in today’s global workplace. Services Include: Our exclusive job bank; Career and labor market information; Resume and cover letter assistance; Computers with internet and printing access; Photocopying and fax services; Telephone services for contacting employers; Career development and job search workshops; Interviewing techniques and mock interviews; One-on-one employment counseling and Ongoing follow-up and support. Day and evening hours are available to current students and alumni.

Provides career and technical education including in the fields of Licensed Practical Nursing, Industrial Trades, Skilled Trades, Barbering, Cosmetology, and Esthetics. Also provides education and training for High School Equivalency and English as a Second Language.

New York State Education Department Approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are designed to provide a career pathway for students while satisfying many of the requirements for a Regents High School Diploma. Students learn, reinforce, and apply academic skills such as ELA, Math, and Science in the context of their CTE program while they prepare for further study at the post-secondary level or direct entry into the workforce after high school. Students participate in internships and may earn valuable industry certifications and/or licenses. The curriculum is assessed against nationally recognized industry standards and meets the NYS Learning Standards. Evening and day courses also offered for adults.

BPS Adult Education is the premier education and workforce skills training provider in Western New York for adult learners; offering High School Equivalency classes, GED Testing, English as a Second Language (ESL), Career & Technical Education (CTE) and Community Education (CE). Classes are offered mornings, afternoons, and evenings with classrooms conveniently located throughout the City of Buffalo. Online Distance Education options are available for those who qualify. For a current site list and courses, contact [email protected]

A regional organization that provides quality educational, administrative, and technical services to component school districts, to enhance educational opportunities for students and cost-effectiveness of the educational system. Support services for districts include itinerant teachers and specialists, such as adaptive physical education instructors, speech therapists, psychologists, social workers, physical therapists, counselors, and occupational therapists for those districts that cannot afford a full-time position. Also includes management services, e.g., cooperative purchasing, educational communications, certification, labor relations, and staff development. Instructional programs cover a wide variety of areas, including career and technical courses, special education, academic and alternative programs, summer schools, and staff development.

Offers a course in: American Sign Language - Level I. Courses vary each semester. Call for detailed information.

Offers English classes to help adults to learn to speak, read and write English. No charge for English classes to those eligible. Wilson Tech also offers citizenship education to help prepare for USCIS Civics Test. Call (631) 667-6000 x327 for an appointment for a pre-test which is used to place you in the appropriate level. A Spanish-speaking representative is available on most days. Courses are offered at various times and locations. Call for detailed information.

Offers courses in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning I, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning II, Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling, EPA Seminar and Certification Test, Blueprint Reading, Gas Burner, OSHA 30, Trade Electric IV-Motor Control and Trade Electric Theory. Courses vary each semester. Call for details and a brochure.

Offers an alternative education that will help you prepare for the future. We teach you the skills, knowledge and attributes to be successful in your field. We emphasize professional behaviors and career readiness practices that will serve you no matter what path you choose, and no matter how many times you change direction. Whether academically, with practical skills, or with how you are feeling mentally, this is a community designed for you to be successful. Sample Course offerings include: Automotive Technology; Construction Electricity; Cosmetology; EMT; Medical Assisting; Plumbing / HVAC and Police Science and Criminal Justice. Call for more detailed information.

Learn the skills and knowledge necessary to be a valuable member of today’s health care team as you work under the direction of nurses, doctors or other authorized health care provider. The School of Practical Nursing at Western Suffolk BOCES is approved by the New York State Education Department and accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. BOCES’ program offers a low student-to-teacher ratio that allows many opportunities for highly personalized, hands-on instruction. The School prepares students to work with patients and medical staff in medical facilities including nursing homes. Students are then assigned to a clinical site at one of Long Island’s excellent health care facilities where they work under the guidance of an experienced health care professional. Classes are held at Wilson Technological Center’s Northport campus. Those who successfully complete the New York State-approved Practical Nursing program at BOCES meet the qualifications for admission to the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). Call for more detailed information regarding admission requirements and program details.

Offers courses in: Auto Body Refinishing; Auto Body Repair; Auto Mechanics I; Auto Mechanics II and Automobile Service Consultant / Service Writer. Classes vary each semester. Call for detailed information.

Designed in partnership with key industry employers, this 60-hour training program provides the skills and knowledge required to perform entry-level environmental technician jobs and gain opportunities for growth at environmental services companies. Course study incorporates 40 hours of OSHA HAZWOPER training and 20 hours of skills and career path exposure. Engage in Emergency Response Performance, be part of a team that mitigates environmental emergencies, contribute to the health and safety of your community, and build a sustainable career path as an environmental professional. Call for detailed information.

Offers comprehensive education and training to students entering the job market, seeking a new career or looking to upgrade their skills. The Employment Resource Center offers students the essential edge to successfully compete in today’s global workplace. Services Include: Our exclusive job bank; Career and labor market information; Resume and cover letter assistance; Computers with internet and printing access; Photocopying and fax services; Telephone services for contacting employers; Career development and job search workshops; Interviewing techniques and mock interviews; One-on-one employment counseling and Ongoing follow-up and support. Day and evening hours are available to current students and alumni.

* Provides vocational training for young adults. Residential education Career development TASC (formerly GED) instruction Follow up/placement services for one year after graduation Trade training including Manufacturing, Automotive and Machine Repair, Construction, Finance and Business, Healthcare, Homeland Security, Hospitality, Information Technology, Renewable Resources and Energy, and Transportation Programs include Certified Nurse Assistant, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, Medical Administrative Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and more* May provide transportation to program once accepted.

* Provides vocational training for young adults. Residential education Career development TASC (formerly GED) instruction Follow up/placement services for one year after graduation Trade training including Manufacturing, Automotive and Machine Repair, Construction, Finance and Business, Healthcare, Homeland Security, Hospitality, Information Technology, Renewable Resources and Energy, and Transportation Programs include Certified Nurse Assistant, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, Medical Administrative Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and more* May provide transportation to program once accepted.

* Helps young adults that are committed to entering the workforce learn useful, employable skills. While they specialize in manufacturing training services, individuals also have the opportunity to gain knowledge in other career fields including machine operator, home health aide, hospital housekeeping and food service.

Offers a cosmetology instruction involving a minimum of 1,000 hours of classroom, lab, and salon-simulated skill training to prepare students to pass the state licensing examination. Offers computer training in personalized styling, salon management and study skills.

Career and Technical Courses offered: Agriculture Production and Science, Automotive Service Center Technician, Building Trades, Criminal Justice and Security, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Health Occupations I & II, Information Technology, Natural Resources Occupations, Upward Bound and GED, Visual Arts/Media Technology and Welding. Otsego Occupational Center 1914 Cty Rte 35 Milford, NY 13807 Phone: 607-286-7715 Northern Catskills Occupational Center 2020 Jump Brook Rd Grand Gorge, NY 12434 Phone: 607-588-6291