Provides occupational training to secondary students and adults. Designed to provide career exploration and community-based work experience to interested high school seniors throughout the county.

* Provides services and programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or other challenges, such as: Aging Services for all populations. Broker services. Respite. Residential habilitation. Independent living skill training. Day services. Recreation services for children. Supported employment and placement services. Residential services. Vocational training. Autism Services at The Arc Ontario. Bus transportation for participants and the general public. Pet Connections - a training for individuals interested in training their dogs to be therapy dogs.

Students in the Mohonasen, Niskayuna, Schalmont, and Schenectady City Central School districts with disabilities are offered hands-on experience at local business while learning work skills. Offers training from job coaches and are transported to and from work sites by the participating school district. Services include work habits, job seeking skills, and different career areas.

Provides occupational training to secondary students and adults. Designed to provide career exploration and community-based work experience to interested high school seniors throughout the county.

* Provides a wide range of educational opportunities, career counseling, and job placement in areas that include: Animal science. Computer technology. Criminal justice. Digital media technology. Certified nurse assistance. Home health aide. Construction trades. Cosmetology. Automotive technology. Welding. Heavy equipment/conservation. Early childhood education. Culinary arts.

* Offers academic and vocational education in combination with mental health treatment for children with dual diagnoses or students with average or above-average intelligence who have emotional challenges. Provides: Academic and social skills development Community-based instruction and life skills curriculum Comprehensive psychiatric care Individual, group, and family psychotherapy Vocational training and workplace readiness Psychological evaluation and consultation Crisis intervention Case management Behavior management

Provides assistance to students, families and school districts to evaluate and assist in making recommendations for developing and implementing effective transition services to meet student needs.

Provides assistance to students, families and school districts to evaluate and assist in making recommendations for developing and implementing effective transition services to meet student needs.

Offers a basic course in CPT/ICD-9 coding and insurance processing utilizing industry standard billing software.

Full-year career and technical programs, career counseling and job placement services, for high school students.Programs include: animal science computer technology criminal justice digital media technology certified nurse assisting and home health aide construction trades cosmetology automotive technology welding heavy equipment/conservation early childhood education culinary arts

* Provides technical/career education programs for high school, disabled students and adults. Centers in Flint, Williamson, Newark Special education classes for disabled children Clinical support services Alternative programs for high school Adult literacy Staff and workforce development programs TASC (GED) exam preparation Some literacy programs

* Offers adult education classes that includes vocation training and individual interest classes.* Offers TASC classes.

* Offers adults education including: High school equivalency instruction. Defensive driving classes. Coaching certification classes. Welding. English as Second Language instruction. * Offers online courses including: Accounting. Computer instruction. Grant writing. Spanish.

Provides assistance to students, families and school districts to evaluate and assist in making recommendations for developing and implementing effective transition services to meet student needs.

* 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.

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

Offers a nursing assistant instruction program involving 120 hours of classroom, lab, and hands-on skill training to prepare students to pass the state examination.

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

* Offers vision rehabilitation services for individuals with vision that includes: Low Vision Evaluations - specialized lenses, visual aids, magnifiers. InSight Shop - full service non-optical store, offering adaptive devices, visual aids, talking watches & clocks, cooking aids, large print items, frames, magnifiers, lighting, and adapted toys for sale. Vision Rehabilitation/adaptive skills training for activities of daily living. Orientation and mobility travel training. Social work/case management services. Support groups available - 3rd TU of month 10:00AM-12:00PM. Call for accessibility needs. * Offers vocational/employment services that include: assessment, placement, job supports and training, follow-up. * Offers Adaptive Technology services - to support vocational/educational goals - adaptations for computers, specialized software and hardware by referral of a New York State Commission for the Blind vocational rehabilitation counselor.* Provides children's services that include: Monthly recreation programs for children who are legally blind and their families. Parent support/education group/Family Resource Center.* Provides community education and outreach services.

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.

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.

Provides a residential treatment center for more than 100 children with emotional and intellectual problems. Program includes special education, therapeutic recreation, psychotherapy, and vocational and independent living skills training, with the goal of strengthening family life while preparing children for independent community functioning.