Offers computer, English and GED in Spanish classes, as well as a variety of workshops that focus on interviewing skills, resume writing, safety in the workplace, resident's rights, naturalization preparation, leadership programs for high school students and more.

Job Central is a multi-faceted program addressing the barriers homeless and other extremely low-income individuals face as they attempt to secure living wage employment, live independently, and achieve economic self-sufficiency. The program provides technology access, job readiness skills training, job search assistance, employment coaching professional development, and post-employment support.

Offers community, home, school or site-based services to Town of Hempstead residents with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, ages 5 to adult. Aims to support participants in living a full life by addressing individuals' challenges while promoting inclusion and participation in the Port Washington community. Offers daily, and after-school programs aimed at addressing participants' educational, behavioral and social needs. Provides supervision, parent and staff training, and consultation for school-aged students, ages 5 and older. Offers two summer sessions featuring a variety of programs focusing on fitness, wellness and sports, independent living skills, communication and social skills, prevocational guidance, work discovery courses and habilitation services (HCBS Waiver Services/OPWDD). Offers a Speakers Bureau. Serves as a Provide agency for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities ACCES_VR and local school districts.

Provides one of the most vital units throughout the Sheriff’s office. Throughout the year, Community Relations Unit visits each Suffolk County School District as well as multiple clubs and various organizations. Its main goal is to bridge the gap between Law Enforcement and the members of the Community. CRU is responsible for implementing community outreach and school-based programs, organizing events, and promoting the Sheriff’s mission. The unit offers an array of Community and School-based programs free of charge for all Suffolk County schools, businesses, organizations, non-profits and agencies. Sample programs include: Youth Enlightenment Seminar (YES) Tours; At-risk Youth Jail Tour; Sandy Hook Promise: Say Something: Sandy Hook Promise Start With Hello; College Internship Program; Explorers Program; Gang Resistance & Education (GREAT) Program; STOPPED ("Drunk Buggies") Program; McGruff the Crime Dog; Drug and Vaping Awareness Programs; School & Building Vulnerability Assessments; CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event) Presentation; Stop the Bleed; Operation Safe Child ID Cards; Senior Medical ID Card; Pet ID Cards; Project Lifesaver; Test, Don't Guess Drug & Alcohol Test Kits; Yellow Dot Program and Shed the Meds. Call for more detailed information.

Supports career development in the healthcare professional arena. Activities include high school Shadow Days, where interested students are paired with a hospital employee to observe and learn about this particular career path. Call for further information.

Offers a program where girls learn to manage money, set goals and build toward their dreams.

ACCESS-VR is a vocational education, job search and other services to eligible individuals with disabilities to enable them to achieve independence through education, training, employment and support.

Provides after school programs, youth drop in lounge/open gym, a youth/adult volunteer program, recreational activities, discussion groups, coffee houses, community education, Cultural Programs, Tutoring and Homework Help, employment readiness, Prevention Services (workshops for substance abuse, violence, bullying, gambling), Summer Programs (begins 1st Monday after school ends-last Friday before school begins), and Article 31 OMH Outpatient Mental Health Clinic.

Serves individuals 18+ years of age with a psychiatric disability. Offers vocational assessment, vocational counseling, employment skills training, competitive employment placement assistance and support services.

Offers a special education high school focusing on students’ social, emotional, vocational, and academic needs. The general instructional program includes both individual and cooperative learning strategies. Individual and small group counseling services are provided for each student as mandated by the IEP. Students have the option to participate in vocational/work-based programs in food preparation, automotive technology, and woodshop. Students can be enrolled in college courses provided through SUNY Farmingdale State College while meeting their high school requirements. Students earn a Regents or Local Diploma and are also offered the opportunity to earn the Career Development and Occupational Studies Commencement Credential. CPHS has been associated through the years with Hofstra University and Nassau Community College. At these locations students are exposed to college life with support and supervision provided by Nassau BOCES staff. Students can earn college credit at Nassau Community College and have access to various opportunities on campus. At Hofstra University, students have the opportunity to attend their high school classes on campus and receive practical work experience in various areas on campus. The program offers the Rebound Program. This is a more restrictive setting, which consists of 6:1:2 classrooms, offering a flexible curriculum combined with counseling. CPHS also offers the Individualized Learning Academy. The Individualized Learning Academy is a half-day, three-hour program specially geared for students with emotional disturbances who demonstrate severe challenging behaviors and require a shortened day with individualized instruction. CPHS students whose districts recommend that they also attend Barry Tech will receive a reduced tuition. Call for more detailed information.

Provides guidance to those students looking at career choices with profile testing, pros and cons, and what classes to attend. Also offers support services to those students transferring to or from another school.

Provide competitive work in an integrated setting in the community-at-large which involves vocational training, personal and work adjustment training for those aspiring towards productive employment.

Shared educational services for school districts in Rockland County. Also adult education, Professional development, English as a Second Language, and Special Education, Careers and Technical Training.

Provides a wide range of services and state of the art equipment that is used to help customers fit into the future workforce. Offers career counseling, training and assessments to guide individuals in the path to attain their career goals through workshops such as resume writing, interview skills, job training, computers, and more. Also online job search resources, including an orientation three times a week.

Provides day habilitation and pre-vocational day habilitation programs for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Referral required. Call to schedule an appointment.

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].

Offers a 1000hr course that will prepare you for your NYS License in Cosmetology. Students enjoy hands on learning practicing on classmates, mannequins and clinic clients as they study hairstyling, coloring, perms and relaxers, make-up techniques, manicures and business practices. Successful completion of the Cosmetology program at Western Suffolk BOCES prepares you to sit for the New York State Cosmetology licensing exam and includes Hair Extensions certification. If you lack hours to meet NYS licensing requirements, you may be able to enroll in our State Board Preparation class and take the hours you need. Transfer credits can also be evaluated and credit given if approved. Must successfully complete a module’s minimum hours to receive credit. Call (631) 261-3600 x204 for an appointment. Open enrollment. Also offered is the Cosmetology State Board Prep Course. Take this course to help you prepare for the NYS Licensure Practical Test. Call for appointment to confirm your eligibility.

Offers a community-based waiver program which includes pre-vocational skills training, and volunteer opportunities to developmentally disabled adults. Call for further information.

Devoted to assisting residents of the county to find employment. It is the aim of the Job Development Center to assist all residents, with emphasis on minority group members, in achieving this goal. The center also refers applicants to job training, alerts the community to upcoming Civil Service examinations and county job opportunities. The Job Development Center cooperates with the Minority Affairs, Office of Women's Services, Office of Hispanic Affairs, and the Office of Veteran's Affairs in providing services to County residents. Call for more detailed information.

Delivers comprehensive, community-based academic and workforce development programs and provides support services leading to enhanced employment opportunities, access to further education, personal growth and development. Offers business and career technology training, college preparation, GED, academic skills preparation and ESL instruction.

Provides young adults, 17yrs and up who are in transition from school to work with the opportunity to further develop their work and independent living skills. Vocational and educational services.

Offers a program that will help students enter the exciting world of Culinary and become eligible for employment in restaurants, catering establishments and related food enterprises. Become skilled in all aspects of commercial kitchen protocol and food preparation. Learn from expert chefs in our state-of-the-art facility and experience enriching activities that will develop your taste for this artistic career. Gain ServSafe and CPR Certifications during this rigorous program while mastering butchery skills, short order cooking techniques, and front-of-the house etiquette. After learning the fundamentals you will engage in actual catering experiences to know what to expect in this industry. Seek the assistance of Employment Center counselors for job opportunities. Call for more detailed information.

ACCES-VR works with adults and adolescents with mental illness/emotional disabilities and learning disabilities referred through ACCES-VR (NY State's Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation), in the areas of work readiness, job placement and supported employment services.

Provides help to individuals who have been diagnosed with mental health conditions and have had difficulty obtaining or maintaining competitive employment. The program assists people in finding employment, of their choice, in the community. Staff provide on or off-site job coaching and support to ensure that once employed, a person can learn the job duties, feel comfortable in the work environment, and have supportive relationships with supervisors and co-workers. When the person and the employer feel the employment situation is stable, an employment specialist can provide ongoing support.

Provides day habilitation services to individuals ages 21 and older with moderate, severe or profound levels of intellectual developmental disabilities. Offers services within a hub site in addition to community inclusion opportunities and a prevocational program featuring paid work opportunities and non-paid vocational opportunities. Call for details.