Construction Business Partners Help Students Build Their Futures
October is National Careers in Construction Month, and there’s no better place for area high school students and adults to learn the trade than at Capital Region BOCES.
Celebrating Our Adult Learners
Nearly 180 adults from across the globe graduated from our High School Equivalency (HSE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs on Aug. 26, marking a major milestone in their lives. The ceremony celebrated members of the class of 2020, who had their ceremony delayed by COVID-19, and 2021. For some of the graduates, …
Adult Learners Enter World Of Healthcare
Nearly 120 adult learners—from high school graduates to individuals looking for a purposeful career change—recently completed our Adult Practical Nursing program and are set to enter the post-pandemic world of healthcare. These adults, as well as members of the Class of 2020 who could not have an in-person ceremony last year because of COVID 19 …
Upcoming Adult Education Career Training Offerings
New courses for adult learners looking to start new careers, expand their skills beginning September 2021.
Adult Welding Grads Have Bright Future Ahead
Recent graduates of our adult Welding and Metal Fabrication program have ensured bright futures for themselves in a “hot” job market. Graduates include those looking to gain promotion at their current job, others who had found college just wasn’t for them, and still others looking for a hands-on career. Congratulations to our June 2021 adult …
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Adult HVAC/R Grads Heat Up Their Future
Recent graduates of our 10-month adult Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) program have “turned up the heat” on their futures. The program, offered regularly at our Albany Career & Technical School campus, offers learners the skills and connections they need to get a good start or promotion in this growing and in-demand industry. …
Adult Nursing Students Prep for Rounds During Pandemic
Students in our Adult Practical Nursing program recently took their first steps towards doing clinical rounds during a pandemic as they were fit tested for N95 masks. This testing — administered by WellNow nurses with masks provided by St. Peter’s Hospital — will allow student to take part in the clinical rounds that are an …
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Virtual College Fair Connects Adult Nursing Students With Higher Ed
“I have been a home health aide, certified nurse assistant, patient care assistant and now I am doing Adult Practical Nursing program and eventually I will get RN. It’s about improving yourself.” — current Adult Practical Nursing student Jessica Johnston. During a recent college fair, current full- and part-time Adult Practical Nursing (APN) students had …
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Faculty and Staff Link Construction Partners with Students
Career and Technical School students are meeting with area business partners to learn about a host of career and internship opportunities during National Careers in Construction Month.
Construction Students Gain Valuable Experience With Industry Partners
October is National Careers in Construction Month—a time to spotlight the growing field of construction trades and inspire its next generation of craft professionals.