Offers courses in Cosmetology, Barbering, Nail Technician, Waxing and Esthetician. Additional course offerings include: Cosmetology Class Make-up Hours; Preparation for the New York State Licensing Cosmetology Exam; Barbering for the Licensed Cosmetologist; Eyelash Extensions; Laser Hair Removal and Skin Care and Make-Up Academy. BOCES also offers Salon Services, Inner Beauty Salon & Spa: all hair, skin, facial, waxing, manicure and Barber shop at reasonable prices (Oct-Jun). Call for appointments

Serves high school juniors and seniors with rigorous and relevant learning in specific technical fields. Our broad array of programs are designed to meet the needs of component districts, students and our local workforce. We prescribe to continuous improvement, with a focus on improving student outcomes, meeting or exceeding New York State Education Department standards, offering career and technical courses that are New York State Education Department approved, and utilizing research and best practices related to our student needs. Courses are offered in: Animal Science; Art. Design and Visual Communications; Audio Production; Auto Body Repair and Car Customizing; Automotive Technology; Aviation/Professional Pilot Training; Barbering; Carpentry/Residential Construction and Home Improvement; Certified Personal Training; Clinical Medical Assisting; Computer Science and App Development; Computer Technology and Repair; Cosmetology; Culinary Arts/Restaurant Operations Management; Dental Chairside Assisting; Early Childhood Education; Electrical Trade and Alternative Energy; Fashion Merchandising and Design; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Law Enforcement; Marine/Motorsports Technology; Nurse Assisting; Physical Therapy Aide; Plumbing and Heating; Practical Nursing; Professional Photography/Digital Photography; Television, Video and Digital Film Production; Welding/Metal Fabrication and Work Based learning. Call for more detailed information.

Serves high school juniors and seniors with rigorous and relevant learning in specific technical fields. Our broad array of programs are designed to meet the needs of component districts, students and our local workforce. We prescribe to continuous improvement, with a focus on improving student outcomes, meeting or exceeding New York State Education Department standards, offering career and technical courses that are New York State Education Department approved, and utilizing research and best practices related to our student needs. Courses are offered in: Animal Science; Art. Design and Visual Communications; Audio Production; Auto Body Repair and Car Customizing; Automotive Technology; Aviation/Professional Pilot Training; Barbering; Carpentry/Residential Construction and Home Improvement; Certified Personal Training; Clinical Medical Assisting; Computer Science and App Development; Computer Technology and Repair; Cosmetology; Culinary Arts/Restaurant Operations Management; Dental Chairside Assisting; Early Childhood Education; Electrical Trade and Alternative Energy; Fashion Merchandising and Design; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Law Enforcement; Marine/Motorsports Technology; Nurse Assisting; Physical Therapy Aide; Plumbing and Heating; Practical Nursing; Professional Photography/Digital Photography; Television, Video and Digital Film Production; Welding/Metal Fabrication and Work Based learning. Call for more detailed information.

Offers Job Placement and Vocational Training Programs for adults with disabilities and out-of-school youth who are looking to enter the job force for the first time or want to make a career change. Specific service include: Job placement; Job readiness; Career Awareness; Vocational Training and Work experience Training. These programs are funded through State Education Programs, Local WIAO Programs, as well as self-pay options. (You must qualify for payment by Agencies). To register, you can be referred by one of the following agencies, ACCES/VR, The Town of Oyster Bay, The Town of Hempstead, The Department of Veterans Affairs, or a school district or contact the Career & Employment Center office. Call for more detailed information.

Offers courses in: Universal Welding; Shielded Metal Arc Welding Preparation Course; Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) Fundamentals; Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) Fundamentals; Welding Qualification Course and Ornamental Welding. All programs offered at various sites throughout Suffolk County. Course selection varies each semester.

Offers courses in: Business Skills; Bookkeeping Basics; How to Start-up and Operate a Small Business; Notary Public Workshop; Quickbooks and Abstract Title Reader. All programs offered at various sites throughout Suffolk County. Course selection varies each semester.

Consists of a collection of integrated education and counseling services designed to facilitate the successful re-entry of ex-offenders into society. Re-ROUT strives to reduce the recidivism rate of criminal offenders who have completed a period of incarceration and/or probation in Suffolk County. Realizing that the first few weeks post-release can be crucial to a successful transition process, participants are encouraged to make contact with the Re-ROUT office located on the BOCES Ward Technical Center campus in Riverhead as soon as possible after release. There, the ex-offender is introduced to the Re-ROUT services. In the weeks that follow, the Re-ROUT office offers the needed services, referrals and support to aid the client's reintegration. New York Probation Officers and Correction Officers inform probationers and prisoners about the Re-ROUT Program during the initial orientation sessions. As part of the In-Jail Education Program, the Re-ROUT counselors work with the Probation Department and immediately help interested clients develop career/life/education plans. Upon release from the correctional facility and/or probation obligations, the ex-offender is invited to report to the Re-ROUT office at the Bixhorn Technical Center (BTC) in Bellport. There, the ex-offender is introduced to the Re-ROUT "outside" counseling staff. In the weeks that follow, this staff provides the needed services, referrals and support to aid their client's reintegration into society.

Offers courses in: Blueprint Reading, Cabinetmaking-Introduction and Home Remodeling, 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 a program that was created to assist students and individuals with disabilities beyond the classroom. The Supported Employment initiative has been empowering students and other individuals with disabilities by assisting employers in recruiting qualified workers with disabilities and training them for entry-level positions. The program uses a person-centered planning approach whereby an individual’s unique interests and abilities are taken into consideration during the job development phase. The Nassau BOCES staff canvasses community businesses for openings, matching individual’s strengths with employer needs. Supported workers earn at least minimum wage for entry-level positions. Vocational rehabilitation counselors and job coaches work together with employers and individuals ensuring that the best possible fit between job and employee is met for a win-win situation. When an individual first starts a job, the job coach works one-on-one with the newly hired worker teaching all tasks involved in the job as well as the soft skills necessary to fit in with the culture of the business. The job coach remains in place full time initially until the employee has successfully learned to work independently and then gradually fades to several visits per month to make sure things are going smoothly. Often, internships participated in while in school lead to actual paid employment. Nassau BOCES provides long-term, follow-along support for these workers, their families and employers through grants from New York State Department of Education (ACCES-VR) and the New York State Office of People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Dedicated and loyal supported employees become successful members of the businesses’ staff, proudly earning wages and becoming contributing members of society. Call for more detailed information.

Offers courses in: Locksmithing I and Locksmithing II. Courses vary each semester. Call for details.

Comprehensive occupational and technical non-credit courses as well as personal enhancement courses. Classes are designed for those who want to acquire new entry level skills for a career or upgrade skills in their present employment.

Offers three pathways to earn an HSE Diploma: The GED® Program; The National External Diploma Program (NEDP) and Regents - HSE Examination Pathway’. THE GED® Program; Instruction is based on the content of the GED® exam, which includes Math, Reading, Writing Social Studies and Science. While you are attending the GED® program you will explore Adult Education career choices which you will be able to attend while you are earning your HSE diploma. All classes include Digital Literacy, job readiness training workshops on various topics such as business and finance, health literacy, debt management and financial literacy. Eastern Suffolk BOCES students have the opportunity to take the GED® exam at our Bellport location. The National External Diploma Program (NEDP); is an applied performance assessment system that evaluates reading, writing, math and workforce readiness skills of participants in life and work contexts. Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a local high school diploma. The NEDP :assesses high school-level skills, awarding a New York State High School Equivalency diploma so graduates can meet their academic and career goals; is designed for self-directed students with life and work experiences and a general familiarity with the computer; offers flexible scheduling and confidentiality; evaluates 70 competencies in ten content areas including Financial Literacy, Health Literacy, Civic Literacy, Geography, History, Science, and Twenty-First Century Workplace Skills and assesses competencies that are based on skills outlined in the Common Core College and Career Readiness standards. The Regents - HSE Examination Pathway; Students in our program who have passed NYS Regents examinations with a score of 65 or greater in Mathematics, English Language Arts (ELA), Social Studies and/or Science will have the opportunity to substitute those passing scores on a maximum of four of the five (5) corresponding GED® subtests (Mathematics, Reading, Writing, Social Studies and Science. For more information, please call 631-233-4425 or 631-369-7570 or visit the NYSED information site.

Offers courses in Dental Chairside Assistant; EKG Technician; Clinical Medical Assistant; Home Health Aide; Nurse Assistant; Phlebotomy Technician; Practical Nursing Program; Medical Office Biller/Coder ICD-10; Preparation For Practical Nursing Entrance Exam; Nurse Entrance Exam; Physical Therapy Aide; Certified Personal Trainer and Reiki 1,2,3. After completing the required amount of hours of training some courses above offer certification. All programs offered at various sites throughout Suffolk County in the day as well as the evening. Selection varies each semester.

Offers a program for adults age 21 and over. The GRASP home-study program prepares students for the GED high school equivalency exam OR for entry into the EDP high school equivalency program. Personalized instruction is included with all home study materials. Teacher support is available by phone or through virtual and remote platforms. Complete assignments at your own pace. Home study materials are available for convenient pickup from the Career Center (main campus) or a library near you. Schedule your appointment directly by calling (631) 667-6000 x470. Call for detailed information.

Provides industry-aligned career training and experiences empowering adults by assisting them with acquiring the employable skills necessary to assimilate into the 21st-century workforce. Our students benefit from industrial connections, on-site technical training, and job related certifications in order to become more knowledgeable, and successful employees. Our English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are for students whose native language is not English and want to improve speaking, reading and writing skills. Our High School Equivalency program prepares students to earn a New York State Equivalency Diploma by successfully completing the New York State Testing Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC®) exam. Instruction is based on the content of the test, which includes Math, Reading, Writing, Social Studies and Science. Our programs for Adults with Disabilities providing training for adults and youth who are looking to enter the job force for the first time or want to make a career change. Call for more detailed information.

Offers English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. These courses are for students whose native language is not English and want to improve speaking, reading and writing skills. Class placement is determined by test results at registration from beginner to advanced levels. Courses are offered at various locations. Call for more detailed information.

Offers courses in Electrical Installation I, Electrical Installation II, Electrical Motor Control and Motor Control-Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)-Advanced. Courses vary each semester. Call for detailed information.

Meets the unique learning needs of students who are emotionally, behaviorally, or developmentally disabled to a mild/moderate degree through three distinct programs on a closed campus. The Nassau Education and Treatment (NET) Program which is a collaborative effort between Nassau BOCES, Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Hospital (Phase I) and North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center (Phase II). This meets the therapeutic, medical and learning needs for students diagnosed with various psychiatric disorders. The instructional program is aligned to the New York State Learning Standards and addresses students' cognitive levels and learning styles. Students are given the opportunity to: Earn a New York State Regents diploma or other state approved high school diploma and earn college credits through a partnership with S.U.N.Y Farmingdale State College. The Modified High School Program is designed to meet the learning and behavioral needs of students with varying abilities. The curriculum balances transitional and prevocational skills training, functional academics and New York State Learning standards. The instruction is aligned to the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) standards and leads to a Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC). The Life Skills Enrichment Program, offers a daily living skills curriculum with a functional academic base to develop job readiness skills. The instruction is aligned with the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC). Students participate in non-paid internships at public and non-profit facilities and agencies, such as supermarkets, offices, parks and small businesses supervised by Nassau BOCES staff and on-site personnel to learn a variety of entry level skills. CCA’s behavior support program encourages positive choices, recognizes student achievement and supports the school mission to provide specially designed instruction to meet the social-emotional, academic, behavioral and transitional needs of students. Through a collaborative process among students, staff, families, school districts and outside agencies, CCA maintains a safe and supportive learning community enabling students to become productive, functional and independent members of society.

Provides career and technical education including vocational, technical and occupational programs.

Offer courses for those interested in completing a high school diploma, we offer a wide selection of classes. Classroom instruction includes Mathematical Reasoning, Language Arts (writing and reading for content), Social Studies and Science. All levels and grades are available through a highly personalized program of study. Wilson Tech offers: Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes and High School Equivalency (GED) preparation classes. Call (631) 667-6000 x327 to schedule an intake appointment. After your appointment with a counselor, you will be placed in a class that best suits your academic needs. Classes are offered at various locations.

Offers Audio courses. Course offering includes: Voiceovers. Courses vary each semester. Call for details and a brochure.

Offers a Clinical Medical Assistant - Intensive program. This program will help you start a career in medicine as a Clinical Medical Assistant and take your first steps in a job opportunity program. Prepare for the Certified Health Professionals Certification exams to become employed as a Medical Assistant, Electrocardiograph Technician or Phlebotomy Technician. The 160-hour clinical externship springboards you into starting your career. Study human anatomy, medical terminology, hematology, phlebotomy, and electrocardiography. Learn the skills to assist with medical emergencies, physical exams, and laboratory testing. Perform live venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures. Professional skills to assist in medical offices, hospitals and health care facilities will be taught along with a 160-hour supervised clinical externship rotation. This is provided by partnering hospitals and medical facilities on Long Island. Meet with Employment Center counselors for job opportunities. Also offered is CPR and OSHA-10 Courses. The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a required entrance exam for all healthcare programs. Call for more detailed information.

Provides vocationally oriented training for high school students. Summer schedules also available. Call for further information.

Serves students with disabilities from the component school districts. This program provides a self-contained learning environment with modifications as determined by the Committees on Special Education (i.e., 12-1-1 and 8-1-1). The Gary D. Bixhorn Technical Center, the Islip Career Center and Harry B. Ward Technical Center serve high school students who are 15.5 (15 years and 6 months) of age by September 1st until the age of 21. Special Career Education (SCE) creates opportunities for all students by providing them with the technical and academic skills needed to prepare for future employment and a successful path to college or other post-secondary programs. SCE provides technical training to prepare students for a successful career. The structured training gives students the tools needed to be successful in a job after high school and/or further post-secondary education. Each student is encouraged to explore various areas of study and to develop the essential skills to feel competent in entering today's competitive job market, while helping them to learn how to cope with their disabilities in the workplace. For more information or to arrange a tour, please feel free to contact us at (631) 244-1629 or email us at [email protected].