Local adult graduates from two BOCES programs, praises her education as ‘life changing’

A Troy woman credits Capital Region BOCES with giving her the opportunity she needed to change her life for the better. Caro Miller graduated this summer from the adult Practical Nursing program. Taking that program was made possible by her completion of the High School Equivalency (HSE) program in 2024. (The HSE program prepares adults …

Entrepreneur—a BOCES graduate—returns to share her knowledge with current students

Seven years after graduating from Capital Region BOCES, a young entrepreneur returned to the Cosmetology program to share her knowledge and expertise with the next generation of hair stylists and beauty consultants. Brooke Ross is owner of Rooted + Company in Clifton Park where she specializes in blonding and hair extensions. She also rents stalls …

BHBL senior is on the fast track to a rewarding career thanks to Capital Region BOCES

Ashley Schwartz hasn’t even started her senior year, but the  Cosmetology Program senior has already completed the majority of the work-based learning (WBL) hours required for graduation. As of mid-July, the Burnt Hills Ballston Lake (BHBL) High School student has accumulated more than 86 hours at Twisted Scissors Salon in Burnt Hills, while also taking …

New adult Phlebotomy Technician program will address local, state, national shortages

A new Capital Region BOCES program for adult students is opening a new door—and vein—to a successful career in the healthcare industry. The Phlebotomy Technician Program will start Sept. 14 and run until Jan. 15 at the Career and Technical Education Center – Albany Campus. It’s the first time Capital Region BOCES has offered this …

Summer learning proves to be fun and informative for Cosmetology students

Dozens of aspiring cosmetologists are spending their summer at Capital Region BOCES honing their skills and preparing for their futures. More than 100 students—all rising seniors—are taking part in a summer Cosmetology program at the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center campuses in Schoharie and Albany. The program started June 29 and runs through July …

Adult Sterile Processing Technician class to launch this fall

Interested in a career with an excellent job growth forecast that also provides the reward that you are helping your fellow human? Then look no further than the Capital Region BOCES Adult Education Sterile Processing Technician program, which will launch this fall. Classes begin Sept. 14 and meet 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for classroom …

Airline Drive Academy students celebrated at moving-up, graduation ceremonies

Fifth and eighth grade students at Airline Drive Academy were celebrated for their academic achievements during moving-up and graduation ceremonies at the school on June 24.  The celebrations marked new chapters in the students’ lives, some who will be heading to middle school at Airline and others who will be attending high school at Maywood …

Dozens of adults graduate Capital Region BOCES Practical Nursing program

From career changers to recent high school graduates, dozens of area adults entered the world of healthcare Thursday thanks to the Capital Region BOCES adult Practical Nursing program.  With family and friends looking on from the seats of Proctors, 70 members of the adult Practical Nursing Class of 2026 received their diplomas and nursing pins in a …

Work-based learning students honored at end-of-year celebration

Students in the Skills for Employment, Life and Functional Independence (SELFI) Program were recognized during a graduation and end-of-year celebration on June 17 at Capital Region BOCES.   “Graduates, you made it. You showed up for each other and for your jobs, and in turn, they all showed up for you,” said Principal John Clausson. “I …

Learn to be a nurse aide/home health aide this summer at Capital Region BOCES

Adults interested in getting their foot in the door of the healthcare industry need to look no further than the Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide program at Capital Region BOCES. The Nurse Aide (NA)/Home Health Aide (HHA) program is a great starting place for individuals who would like to work as a supportive caregiver in a …

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