Workforce Development & Training
Working to expand Long Island's workforce.
Workforce Development is an essential, ongoing process of awareness, engagement, education, training, upskilling, and retention. The Office of Economic Development at Stony Brook University manages two New York State-designated Centers of Excellence (the AERTC and CEWIT), a Center for Advanced Technology (CIEES), the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MTRC), and the Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence (SPIR). Through these centers, workforce development partnerships are forged with industry, government, schools, and public utilities, to both achieve New York State remits and prepare necessary workers with the tools and competencies in advanced technology careers.
To learn how to work with Stony Brook Economic Development, contact Derek O'Connor, derek.oconnor@stonybrook.edu
Workforce Development Group
See the growing list of Workforce Development Partner groups:
Center for Corporate Education (CCE) at Stony Brook University
The mission of the Center for Corporate Education (CCE) at Stony Brook University is to revitalize the area’s workforce through education that helps stimulate business growth and strengthen economic well-being. CCE programs provide essential skill sets that promote corporate competitiveness while, at the same time, helping to fill available employment niches with highly qualified workers. CCE works with companies and individuals offering: certificate programs, individual professional education, leadership programs, guidance on available funding opportunities.
Contact:
631-216-7517
sbucce@stonybrook.edu
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
The career, technical and adult education programs at Eastern Suffolk BOCES delivers quality, state of the art education and training in career, technical, and literacy skills throughout Suffolk County. Our services begin with high school students in technical programs and expand to adults who want to build their knowledge and prepare for an entry- or mid-level position.
Contact:
Leah Arnold
631-244-4099
larnold@esboces.org
Empire State Development (ESD)
The mission of Empire State Development (ESD) is to promote a vigorous and growing state economy, encourage business investment and job creation, and support diverse, prosperous local economies across New York State through the efficient use of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing and other forms of assistance. ESD is the economic development arm for New York State. ESD is focused on strengthening New York State’s innovation-based economy through partnerships with our acclaimed universities, promoting entrepreneurialism through the development of incubators, next-generation manufacturing and technology hubs across the state and providing hands-on technical and financial assistance to help big and small businesses meet their goals. With so much support for business, New York’s vibrant economy continues to grow.
Contact:
Cara Long Worth
631-435-0717
cara.longworth@esd.ny.gov
HempsteadWorks
HempsteadWorks is a One-Stop Career Center funded under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), administered by the Town of Hempstead Department of Occupational Resources, that provides free services to help people to find jobs, access training and develop their careers. Services include: Career Counseling; Skills Training; Computer Workshops; Special Services for Veterans, Youth and Individuals with Disabilities; and Business Services.
Contact:
Yvonne Morrissey
516-485-5000, ext 1255 or
TTY 1-800-662-1220
ymorrissey@hempsteadworks.com
Long Island Regional Adult Education Network (LI-RAEN)
The Long Island Regional Adult Education Network (LI-RAEN) provides technical assistance and professional development to adult education and family literacy programs funded by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). The LI-RAEN is one of seven Regional Adult Education Networks funded by the NYSED through federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Title II funding.
Contact:
Martin G. Murphy
631-293-3150
larnold@esboces.org
Nassau BOCES
The Manufacturing Training Program at Nassau BOCES is designed in partnership with key industry employers to provide skills and knowledge for entry-level manufacturing jobs. Topics in Safety and Quality, Shop Floor Mathematics, Basic Measurements, Print Reading, Computer Skills and Communications are examples of the many programs offered for adult learning. In addition, Nassau BOCES works with individual employers to design specific training opportunities for staff that meet individual company needs.
Contact:
Michele Cohen
516-622-6870
MCohen1@nasboces.org
The Center for Workforce Development at Nassau Community College
The Center for Workforce Development at Nassau Community College enhances your employees’ skills through customized training programs provided by subject specialists and experienced professionals. We offer workforce training programs that will help your employees expand their skill set and your business thrive. Courses can be offered conveniently onsite at your location or on our beautiful campus. They can also be scheduled to meet the needs of your business and incorporate both credit and non-credit courses and certificate programs.
Contact:
Dawn Nolan
516-572-7489
Dawn.Nolan@ncc.edu
NYIT School of Engineering and Computing Sciences
The Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center (ETIC) at the NYIT School of Engineering and Computing Sciences is a business accelerator that brings together industry, government, and academia to foster economic development across Long Island and the New York City metropolitan region. As these groups collaborate to promote new technology and generate startup ventures, NYIT students who participate in ETIC projects gain practical, on-the-job experience and develop entrepreneurial skills and professional networks that help them launch careers after graduation.
Contact:
Marta Panero
646-273-6119
Michael Nizich
516-686-1360
St. Joseph's College
St. Joseph’s College offers both for-credit and non-credit educational programs that support provision for career preparation and enhancement, through its on-site and online classes. Independent and coeducational, the College provides a strong academic and value-oriented education at the undergraduate and graduate levels, aiming to prepare each student for excellence in their chosen career field. Through SJC Brooklyn, SJC Long Island and SJC Online, the College offers degrees in 50 majors, certificates and continuing education courses that meet the needs of entry level, middle management and upper management positions across a variety of disciplines.
Contact:
Gail C. Lamberta, Ph.D.
glamberta@sjcny.edu
Suffolk Community College
Suffolk Community College’s Advanced Manufacturing Training Center offers many training programs to develop and upgrade skills necessary in the manufacturing field. Certificates are offered in topics such as Fundamental Machining Processes, CNC Operator, Welding, IPC, Inspection, PLC and Blueprint Reading. The Center will also provide outsourcing services and customized onsite training.
Contact:
John Lombardo
631-851-6225
lombardoj@sunysuffolk.edu
Suffolk County Department of Labor, Licensing & Consumer Affairs
The American Job Center at the Suffolk County Department of Labor, Licensing & Consumer
Affairs provides no-cost services to thousands of job seekers and private companies.
Services include:
· Career resource library
· Computer workshops
· Career workshops
· Current job listings
· Federally funded vocational training for those who qualify
· On-site employer recruitment
Contact:
Marc Bossert
631-853-6582
marc.bossert@suffolkcountyny.gov
Contact:
Craig Horowitz
631-853-6965
craig.horowitz@suffolkcountyny.gov
Wilson Tech
Wilson Tech provides the skills, knowledge and training today’s students need to be successful in manufacturing and related sectors. Juniors and seniors attending the 18 school districts located in Babylon, Smithtown, and Huntington can attend Wilson Tech.
Contact:
Nancy Kelsey
631-425-9050
nkelsey@wsboces.org
Workforce Development Institute
The Workforce Development Institute is a New York State non-profit dedicated to improving communities through the building of skilled workforces. Through extensive research, WDI identifies workforce trends, opportunities and challenges. Support is available through WDI for targeted, flexible funding to address the needs of businesses.
Contact:
TBD
The Workforce Partnership (TWP)
The Workforce Partnership (TWP) representing the Towns’ of Oyster Bay and North Hempstead and the City of Glen Cove is a component of a network of organizations that focus on both assisting businesses in hiring qualified workers and helping job seekers to develop the skills and abilities necessary to secure gainful employment. TWP may offer businesses training grants, and workforce development. TWP provides job seekers access to a resource room with available computers, printers and copy machines. Additionally, job seekers may also be offered counseling, employability and computer workshops and potentially training in demand occupations. These programs are provided through the Federally Funded Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Contact:
Steven Delligatti
516-797-7918
sdelligatti@oysterbay-ny.gov
