2004 CONTINUING
EDUCATION, ADULT EDUCATION, and EMPLOYMENT TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES IN FULTON,
MONTGOMERY, SCHENECTADY AND SCHOHARIE COUNTIES
Offerings may vary,
students will need to check with programs to determine eligibility and if
programs are free or fee based.
ABE Adult Basic Education
ESOL/ESL English for Speakers of Other
Languages/English as a Second Language
GED General Equivalency Development Test (General Equivalency
Diploma)
www.albany.edu/twoyear/L2hotline
The Hotline provides
bilingual English/Spanish information to callers about free adult education
programs in their area. An operator is
available between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. At all other
times, callers can leave a voice mail message for a prompt call back.
Literacy Assistance
Center Literacy Referral Hotline 1-888-683-7323
http://www.lacnyc.org/hotline/
Students and volunteers throughout the entire state will be
able to find the closest literacy program that meets their needs. Classes are
offered for: adult basic education, English for speakers of other languages,
and GED preparation. Initially, information will be available in four
languages: English, French, French Creole and Spanish. Other languages may be
available in the future.
2 Union Ave., Saratoga
Springs, NY 12866
(518) 587-2100
www.esc.edu
At these locations:
Cobleskill (518) 255-5320
Johnstown (518) 762-4651 ext. 73810
Schenectady (518) 388-0483
Eligible: World wide to
anyone with a GED or high school diploma - life experience considered.
One-on-one mentoring for Associates, Bachelors, or Masters degrees. Program
designed by the individual. Distance learning for 250 online courses.
Excelsior College
www.excelsior.edu
1202
Troy-Schenectady Road, Building #1
Latham, NY 12110
(518)
783-9260
www.wildwood.edu
Eligibility:
Over 18 with documented disability
The
Continued Learning Department provides learning opportunities in
five
focus areas: employability, technology, interpersonal skills, health/
exercise/nutrition
and the arts. In addition, literacy lessons, ABE
and GED
preparation classes are offered.
2805 State Hwy 67,
Johnstown, New York 12095
(518) 762-4651
www.fmcc.suny.edu/International%20&%20esl_programs.htm
Eligibility: varies
Fulton-Montgomery Community
College offers a full-time non-credit Intensive English as a Second Language
(ESL) Program for students who need to improve their language ability before
beginning full-time study in a college degree program. The ESL Language Program
is also intended for those who want to study English for career or social
purposes. Students are given instruction in listening, reading, writing and
speaking skills as well as American culture studies. A free placement exam is
required before enrollment. Special accommodations available for students with
disabilities.
212 Co. Hwy. 103,
Johnstown, NY 12095
(518) 762-4633 ext.158
www.hfmboces.org/indexmap.html
Eligibility: varies
Offers
ABE and GED programs for adults and qualified youth at various locations in
Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Also offers ½ day GED and ½ day work experience
for eligible low income youth. Home study GED available to adults 21 and over. Youth GED at Fort Plain and HFM BOCES Career
and Technical Center. (½ day GED &
½ day training at the Career and Tech Center-Home schools must pay tuition and
provide transportation for students.)
See Home Study.
199 South Main Street,
Gloversville, NY 12078
518-725-1440
Eligibility: 16 years of age
and older (tutors need to be at least 21)
199 South Main Street
Gloversville, NY 12078
Phone: (518) 725-6473
www.fmsworkforcesolutions.org
Eligibility: varies with
program
GED, Vocational programs - Classroom Vocational
Training Program, On The Job Training program (some lead to academic degrees,
others to employment), Programs held in Fulton, Montgomery, or Schoharie
Counties, Resource room offers ability to: develop resumes and cover letters,
check job listings, look for training opportunities, list jobs, attend
informational workshops, calendar of events
212 Co. Hwy. 103,
Johnstown, NY 12095
(518) 762-4633 ext.158
www.hfmboces.org
Eligibility:
Ages 21 and older
Packets
must be picked up at local library; student works independently and should be
at intermediate level.
143-145 East Main Street,
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-3762
Eligibility: varies
Offers “Bridge Program” to help people learn
English for job skills. Referral to other programs if eligible.
2805 State Hwy 67,
Johnstown, New York 12095
(518) 762-4651
www.fmcc.suny.edu/International%20&%20esl_programs.htm
Eligibility: varies
Fulton-Montgomery Community
College offers a full-time non-credit Intensive English as a Second Language
(ESL) Program for students who need to improve their language ability before
beginning full-time study in a college degree program. The ESL Language Program
is also intended for those who want to study English for career or social
purposes. Students are given instruction in listening, reading, writing and
speaking skills as well as American culture studies. A free placement exam is
required before enrollment. Special accommodations available for students with
disabilities.
212 Co. Hwy. 103,
Johnstown, NY 12095
(518) 762-4633 ext.158
www.hfmboces.org
Eligibility: varies
Offers
ABE and GED programs for adults and qualified youth at various locations in
Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Also offers ½ day GED and ½ day work experience
for eligible low income youth. Home study GED available to adults 21 and
over. Youth GED at Fort Plain and HFM
BOCES Career and Technical Center. (½
day GED & ½ day training at the Career and Tech Center-Home schools
must pay tuition and provide transportation for students.) See Home Study below.
19 Kingsbury Ave., St.
Johnsville, NY 13452
(518) 568-7822
http://www2.telenet.net/community/mvla/stjo/
Eligibility: varies
The
External Diploma Program is a high
school equivalency diploma based on life experience and meeting a specific
level of achievement in a variety of competencies.
(518) 842-2553 or Frank Wendell (518) 853-4248
Eligibility: No restrictions
as to age or race. Residents of Montgomery County
Free
confidential one-on one tutoring by a trained literacy volunteer in basic Basic
English, English as a Second Language, and GED.
2620 Riverfront Center,
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-3676
Contact: Mary Hill (ext.
3027) or Nancy Thompson (ext. 3038)
www.fmsworkforcesolutions.org
Eligibility: varies with
program
GED, Vocational programs- Classroom Vocational
Training Program, On The Job Training program (some lead to academic degrees,
others to employment), Programs held in Fulton, Montgomery, or Schoharie
Counties, Resource room offers ability to: develop resumes and cover letters,
check job listings, look for training opportunities, list jobs, attend
informational workshops, calendar of events
212 Co. Hwy. 103,
Johnstown, NY 12095
(518) 762-4633 ext.158
www.hfmboces.org
Eligibility:
Ages 21 and older
Packets
must be picked up at local library; student works independently and should be
at intermediate level.
Capital Region BOCES
1015
Watervliet Shaker Rd., Albany, NY 12205
(518)
456-9042 or 456-9889
www.capregboces.org
Eligible: ages 21 and up
Offers
GED, ESOL, Another Page-low level skills, Math Basics, Career, Family, Life Skills,
and Vocational/Technical courses. See Home Study.
Literacy Volunteers of America-Hudson/Mohawk, Inc.
1510 Central Avenue,
Suite 305
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 452-3382
www.lvamohawkhudson.org
Eligible: 16 years or older
and not enrolled in a secondary school program
Provides free confidential one-on-one literacy and
language skills instruction to adults in Schenectady and Albany Counties. Basic
literacy (reading and writing below the 8th grade level) and ESL are available.
433 State Street
Center City- 2nd
Floor
Schenectady, NY 12305
Phone: (518) 344-2735
Eligibility: varies with
program
Works with other agencies in
the county to refer people for employment and career training. Resource room
offers: develop resumes and cover letters, check job listings, look for
training opportunities, list jobs, attend informational workshops, career
planning
Schenectady County
Community College
Division
of Continuing Education
78
Washington Ave.
Schenectady,
NY 12305
Continuing Education (518) 381-1315 or 381- 1316
www.sunysccc.edu/academic/conted/StoneSoup5/GED.htm
Eligible: Age 16 requires release from school, 17 and older
GED Preparation offers students the opportunity
to build their basic reading, writing, and mathematic skills within a 6-week
period. Students are assessed and instruction is based on their individual and
group needs. The TIER GED program provides basic remedial education to prepare
for the GED exam, military service or entrance into college.
Schenectady County
Community College (Continued)
Developmental
Studies
(518) 381 - 1398
Eligibility: open to both members of the community and
college students who need
additional academic skills.
Offers remedial coursework in
writing, reading, and math skills. Non-credit. Fee.
ESL
Maria Katary
(518) 381 - 1423
Non-credit English as a Second
Language instruction based on student level and
needs. Group and individual
classes.
422 Mumford Street,
Schenectady, NY 12307
(518) 370-8220
www.schenectady.k12.ny.us/schools/wiec/
Eligibility: Schenectady
City and County or Capital District resident; GED free if 21 and older, if
younger need direct transfer from high school.
The
center offers comprehensive ABE/GED preparation, professional computer/
business
instruction, ESOL, career readiness, and adult life skills programs. Some programs include GED.
1015 Watervliet Shaker Rd., Albany, NY 12205
English (518) 456-9042 or 456-9889
Spanish (518) 456-9888
www.capregboces.org
Eligibility: 21 or older
English and Spanish programs
available-- for advanced ESOL students who wish
to improve their English comprehension and writing skills. Packets must be picked up at local library;
student works independently and should be at intermediate level.
For Northern Schoharie
County
Capital Region BOCES See
Otsego-Northern Catskill BOCES
Schoharie
County Access Center For Southern Schoharie County
795 East Main Street, Cobleskill, NY 12043
234-7188
or 234-7299
www.capregboces.org
Eligible:
ages 16 before July 1 and up
Offers
GED, Another Page-low level skills, Math Basics, Career, Family, Life Skills,
and Vocational/Technical courses. See Home Study.
RR1, Box 6, Wyckoff Road,
Gilboa, NY 12076
(607) 588-7541
Literacy Volunteers of America, Schoharie County
Located in: The Community Library Mailing
address: PO Box 852
5 Union Street Cobleskill, NY 12043
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 234-2576
Eligible: varies
Provides tutors trained to
provide basic literacy assistance with reading, writing and math skills, and
with English as a Second Language. Free confidential one-to-one service.
One Stop Employment
Training Center
Cobleskill Workforce
Solutions
795 East Main Street, Suite 4
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 234-4254
www.fmsworkforcesolutions.org
Eligibility: varies with
program
GED, Vocational programs- Classroom Vocational
Training Program, On The Job Training program (some lead to academic degrees,
others to employment), Programs held in Fulton, Montgomery, or Schoharie
Counties Resource room offers ability to: develop resumes and cover letters,
check job listings, look for training opportunities, list jobs, attend
informational workshops, calendar of events
For Southern Schoharie County
Otsego-Northern
Catskill BOCES See Capital Region BOCES
Northern
Catskill Occupational Center For Northern Schoharie
County
Jump
Brook Road Grand Gorge, NY 12434
Katie
Barber (607) 652-1251
Eligibility:
21 and older
Free
GED, employment training, job searching, free occupational training if enrolled
in
GED,
library on site, will search for college programs, transportation may be
available. See Home Study. Also have center in Milford.
For Northern Schoharie County
Capital Region BOCES, call (518) 295-8563 or
(518) 234-7299
Eligibility: 21 and older
Packets must be picked up at local library;
student works independently and should be
at intermediate level.
For Southern Schoharie County
Otsego-Northern Catskill BOCES
Northern Catskill Occupational Center (Also
have center in Milford)
Jump Brook Road Grand Gorge, NY 12434
Katie Barber (607) 652-1251
Eligibility: 21 and older
Packets must be picked up at local library;
student works independently and should
be at intermediate level.