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• White Plains Residents- Community Development Block Grant- FREE training (time limited offer)

   

  White Plains Residents- Community Development Block Grant- FREE training (time limited offer)

  Are you a White Plains Resident (age 18+)seeking to advance your career? Qualifying individuals will evidence 80% or less of White Plains Annual Median Income (as established by US Department of Housing and Urban Development) and have been affected by COVID-19. Household of 1 qualifying income is below $71,400, household of 2 qualifying income is below $81,600, household of 3 qualifying income is below $91,800, household of 4 qualifying income is below $102,000, household of 5 qualifying income is below $110,150 and household of 6 qualifying income is below $118,300. This offer is on a first come-first served basis. There are $60,000 in  training dollars available through June 30, 2022. This is made available through a generous Community Development Block Grant Award. 

  Applicants must submit proof of eligibility in person and complete the Application for FREE training for White Plains Residents

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• Adult Education Health & Safety Guidance

  We are pleased to be open for in-person instruction. As a public school entity, SWBOCES is required to adhere to all current guidance issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and the New York State Department of Health.

  • We require that all staff/instructors and students wear appropriate facial coverings (mouth and nose) while in SWBOCES-owned or -operated sites.
  • Social distancing of 6 feet is recommended at all times when safety is not at the core of the activity.
  • All classrooms and lab/shop spaces will not exceed maximum occupancy as identified by NYSED guidelines.
  • Shared spaces, such as vending machines, student lounges, etc., will be closed until further notice.
  • Students must review the Health & Safety Guide.
  • Students must complete a health self-check screening each time before entering an SWBOCES-owned or -operated site. Attached is the required form. If possible, please print and bring with you to class, completed and signed. Paper copies will be available upon entry to your program.
  • There may be program-specific details in regards to your classroom or shop shared by instructors during class.
  • Any students not willing to follow the required guidance will not be able to participate in programs at SWBOCES Center for Adult and Community Services.

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• Project Management courses open for registration

  Project Management courses are open for registration. Step up to a management role in IT, Engineering, Construction or other professions. Learn the nine Project Management Knowledge Areas and the standards and guidelines established by the Project Management Institute. Complete the intro and secondary courses in just over three months and take your career to the next level!

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• A note about our Adult Literacy programs

  In an effort to ensure the health and safety of our learners, we are offering both in-person and remote (virtual) learning opportunities. The following programs are offered in 2021:

  - English (English as a Second Language -ESL)
  - TASC in English (High School Equivalency Preparation) 
  - TASC in Spanish (High School Equivalency Preparation) 
  - Citizenship preparation
  - ServSafe Certificate program
  - Computers (IC3 Certificate program)

  Academic support and technology options are available to students in all programs. To register for classes online or by phone, please click on the appropriate “Quick Link.” For more information relating to a specific program, please call the corresponding contact number. 

  Programs

  Adult Education programs provide a comprehensive array of courses and classes that each year help more than 3,500 adult learners expand their employment opportunities and improve their English and academic skills. Each year more that 100 students obtain their High school Equivalency diploma and over 110 students become American Citizens.

  Our certificate programs Serv-Safe and IC3-computers Literacy offer exciting opportunities matched to industry standards and local job market demands.

  High School Equivalency Preparation

  It’s never too late to graduate! TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion) classes help students prepare for the  High School Equivalency Exam. 

  Register now! For information, please call 914-937-3829 OR 914-637-1936.

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• From medical school to welding, woman finds dream job in trades

  TV personality Mike Rowe recently interviewed a young woman whose success as a welder may change your thinking about a career in the trades.

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• Healthcare Academy offers adult students flexible career opportunities

  The SWBOCES Center for Adult & Community Services offers a range of healthcare career training opportunities in-person through its Healthcare Academy. Register today for Pharmacy Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, Phlebotomy and EKG Technician and Clinical Medical Assistant programs, among others. Learn all you need to know, including how to register, at http://adulted.swboces.org/healthcare.

  For even greater flexibility, see our online-only offerings  at https://swboces.edu2.com/category/458/healthcare.

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• Earn your High School Equivalency Diploma or Improve your English Language Skills at SWBOCES!

  New session starting soon. Classes are held during the day, the evening and on Saturdays. Call us now for more information at 914.592.0849 or email us adulted@swboces.org

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