Offers a Plumbing Technician Program. Sample course offerings include: Plumbing I, Plumbing II, Gas Burner, OSHA-30; Hydronics and Plumbing III. Courses vary each semester. Call for details and a brochure.

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

Offers a one-year area of study that is designed for students who wish to begin a career in computer-assisted drafting and design, update their existing professional skills or continue to earn an A.A.S degree in Construction Technology/Architectural Technology. Emphasis is placed on CAD drawing for architecture, construction, design illustration and presentation. The rapid expansion of computer graphics is creating a multitude of new and exciting career opportunities. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions with architectural offices, construction and engineering firms, communication and manufacturing companies and government agencies. The program can also serve as a foundation for further studies in related fields such as animation, game design, technical illustration, product design and multimedia communication. Call for more detailed information.

Offers aid to families in crisis through the provision of a food pantry, food vouchers, personal care items, utility and rent payment assistance, transportation coordination, economic self sufficiency program, and referrals to other agencies. Provides opportunities to increase children's educational chances for success in school by providing school readiness learning and helping to find and obtain quality child care. Also provides on the job training, teenage pregnancy prevention education, and energy and weatherization home assistance.

Provides the following services. Employment Readiness: Career counseling, career exploration, career advisement, resume preparation, interviewing assistance, online video interview assistance, and custom made workshops. Job Search Assistance: Access to computer labs, copy service, free mailing, current job listings, labor market information, job fairs, job clubs, and "Meet the Employers" on-site career fairs, where employers are on-site to recruit and interview job seekers. Career Advancement and Training Grants: Connected education, training programs, and support services that enable individuals to secure a job or advance in an in-demand industry or occupation. Training grants available for in-demand occupations such as Nursing, HVAC, Machining, CDL, Mechanics, Accounting, and over 50 additional occupations. Job Training: High school equivalency diploma classes, soft skills classes, and training on computer and internet use, keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, and Intermediate/Advanced Excel and Word. Targeted programming and additional assistance: - Reentry / Justice Impacted Employment Services - Young Adult 18-30 Employment Services - Individuals with Disabilities Employment Services - On-the-Job Training Program - Clothes Closet ##Veteran## ##REENTRY##

Provides on-the-job training. Operates on the premise that private sector businesses provide the best training opportunities. Can offset 50-75% of the cost involved in training new employees, and the business can be assured that the employee is trained on company equipment and to company standards. Once a business decides to hire a job seeker who is eligible for OJT, a Business Services team member will schedule a brief meeting with the company representative to review the extent of training required, current funding levels, and the steps required to implement the funding. The business retains control over which trainee will be selected, the qualifications, wage rate, and job parameters, as well as what the trainee will learn.

Provides High School Equivalency instruction, skill trades and apprenticeship training, career counseling, job training and placement, and daytime adult job training.

Assists youth and adults to succeed in the workforce by encouraging self-sufficiency, familiarizing them with the world of work, facilitating the creation of job opportunities, and providing services related to these activities. Vocational rehabilitation provides HSED (formerly GED), career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations residing 20 miles of all Seneca Nation territories who have a documented disability. Tribal 477 provides HSED (formerly GED), training, career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations (and children of an enrolled Seneca father) residing 25 miles of the Cattaraugus, Allegany and Oil Springs territories.

Currently, 300 adult volunteers help the 400 youth enrolled in one or more of the 95 projects designed for 'hands on' learning. Open to young people ages 5-19, types of enrollments range from the traditional 4-H Club to school programs to individual memberships. Clover Buds is a club for children ages 5-7. County-wide programs for youth aged 8-19 include: Leaders of Tomorrow, Workforce Preparation, and Legislative Interns. The Clover Scene is a monthly publication that contains ideas and information important to 4-H/Youth Development members and volunteer leaders.

Assists youth and adults to succeed in the workforce by encouraging self-sufficiency, familiarizing them with the world of work, facilitating the creation of job opportunities, and providing services related to these activities. Vocational rehabilitation provides HSED (formerly GED), career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations residing 20 miles of all Seneca Nation territories who have a documented disability. Tribal 477 provides HSED (formerly GED), training, career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations (and children of an enrolled Seneca father) residing 25 miles of the Cattaraugus, Allegany and Oil Springs territories.

Provides case management; education services including tutoring and TASC test preparation; workforce development services including career aptitude testing, resume and interview workshops, job readiness training, community service, and subsidized work experience.

College Student Programs and Services include: College Kickoff for Incoming Freshmen - event to introduce students to what to expect when they get to college, and give them the tools to be successful once they begin. Paid Internships: Say Yes Buffalo Scholars who have completed their first year of college are able to apply for paid internships at companies and organizations throughout Western New York. Scholars are supported with workshops and training on topics such as resumes and preparing cover letters, interviewing skills and networking. Scholar Mentoring Program - students entering their freshman year at a Western New York college or university can apply to be matched with a mentor. The pair meets consistently for 18 months, and the mentor guides the student through the transition to college. Summer Success Academies - students who attend Buffalo State, Erie Community or Medaille Colleges have the opportunity to enroll in free summer programs prior to the start of their freshman college year to help put them on track to be successful once they officially start classes. Students are eligible to be paid for participating through the City of Buffalo's Mayor Summer Youth program.

Offers a curriculum, which is approved by the American Bar Association, provides students with a background in law as practiced in legal offices and trains them to prepare documents such as probate forms, title searches and closing statements, pleadings and discovery proceedings, legal memoranda, and corporate minutes and filings. Skilled use of the English language is essential and a high level of verbal competence is required for completion of the curriculum. Knowledge of word processing software packages is strongly recommended. Call for more detailed information.

Provides a wide range of employment and training services for individuals, including computer lab access, resume and cover letter preparation, job referrals, paid work experience, tuition assistance, and GED classes.

Services include enrichment courses in math, science, engineering, technology; tutoring; academic advisement; internships; counseling; SAT preparation workshops; college admissions and financial aid seminars; and career planning activities. Program staff provide services during the summer as well as throughout the academic year. Offers tutoring positions to undergraduate students in their sophomore through senior years as well as to graduate students at Buffalo State College.

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

Provides training and paid work to individuals with disabilities. Services include vocational counseling, pre-placement services, and on-the-job training.

Paid work opportunities for adults recovering from mental health problems and wanting to develop new job skills, refresh work habits and prepare for permanent employment.

Job Assist offers teens, ages 14-21, employment training and placement services. Job assist recruits employers and individuals who are looking to fill a variety of jobs and matches them with teens looking for employment.