Careers in Specialized Fields
To register, please call 914-606-6830, press 1.
Advanced Manufacturing Programs
Earn Industry-recognized Credentials!
Contact us for information about our hands-on, applied workforce certifications by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS): Introduction to Manufacturing, CNC Milling Operations and CNC Turning Operations and the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Certified Production Technician Plus (CPT 4.0 +) programs.
Programs are ongoing throughout the year and funding may be available for qualified students. Visit our website at
www.sunywcc.edu/pdc, email james.irvine@sunywcc.edu, or call 914-606-6658.
FIBER OPTICS TRAINING CERTIFICATION
Course fees include all books and study materials. This program is offered in partnership with BDI DataLynk. For more information, visit www.bdidatalynk.com/newyork or call 512-785-9024. To register, call SUNY Westchester Community College at 914-606-6830 and press 1 or visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce
Certified Fiber Optics Technician Course (CFOT)
Interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optics Technician? Prepares you for the CFOT test, sanctioned by the FOA (Fiber Optics Association), which is given and graded on the final class day. Introduces you to industry standards governing FTTD (Fiber To The Desk), FTTH (Fiber To The Home, LAN/WAN fiber networks), and basic fusion and mechanical splicing. Learn how to identify fiber types; recognize various connectors used in fiber installation; and install, terminate, splice, and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards. Prerequisites: ability to see and identify small items; ability to speak and read the English language.
CE-TECH 2000, M/T/W, Apr. 3-5, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, KNC-5, $925.
Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing & Maintenance (CFOS/T)
Advanced training for anyone involved with the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks. Offers a general, easy to understand approach to fiber optics testing standards with hands-on activities, and explains the variety of testing standards, equipment, and technological approaches used in fiber network testing and splicing and how to choose among them. Includes a detailed study of ANSI/TIA/EIA-526-14(7)A, OTDR fundamentals and uses, OTDR vs. insertion loss testing, return loss testing, and attenuation testing. Prerequisite: CFOT Course.
CE-TECH 2001, W/Th, Apr. 5 & 6, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, KNC-5, $822 (fee includes 3-year membership in the FOA).
Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S)
Training in both fusion and mechanical splicing of both single and multi-mode fiber optic cables. Both inside and outside plant fiber optic cable types will be utilized along with inside and outside plant enclosures and splice trays. Suggested Prerequisite: CFOT Course or another formal Fiber Optics Training course within preceding 6 months, or 1-year fiber optics related experience, specifically experience with fiber preparation, termination, and testing and a thorough knowledge of fiber optic safety practices. Note: Anyone can attend this program. However, those wishing to register with the FOA as a Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S) must have taken and passed the Basic CFOT Exam.
CE-TECH 2002, Fri., Apr. 7, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, KNC-5, $822 (fee includes 3-year membership in the FOA).
Historic Preservation Certificate
This is a one-year, non-credit certificate program beginning in the fall.
The certificate program serves students and professionals interested in establishing credentials in the area of Historic Preservation in a multitude of job sectors: building trades such as woodworking and stone masonry as well as areas such as historic site management, artifact conservation and more. There is no other certificate program in Historic Preservation offered at a community college in New York State. A total of 140 hours, (field work will be variable), half classwork and half in directed historic preservation fieldwork. One elective is required during the one-year program to fulfill the certificate. Lectures may be taken independently.
Register for the entire certificate.
All interested students should contact the Program Coordinator, Alan Strauber, at Alan.Strauber@sunywcc.edu
To register for certificate program classes, you must call 914-606-7300 or email Carmen Marrinan at peekskill@sunywcc.edu
For non-credit course descriptions, visit us at www.sunywcc.edu/peekskill
How Mental Health Can Assist Law Enforcement
This seven-week course for law enforcement, will help police officers understand mental health diagnoses. They will learn how to best work with those they may be dealing with in a crisis, criminal situation, or when active in community policing. The bridge with mental health and law enforcement is necessary to assist officers when dealing with Emotionally Disturbed Persons (EDP) and better foster communication with all those they interact with on a daily basis. This course will be taught as an educational and supportive module. At White Plains Education & Training Center
CE-LAW 2011WP, T/Sat., Saturdays, Mar. 11 – Apr. 1, 8:00 am-12:00 noon, $350, D Flynn-Capalbo. #20637
Hospitality Industry Certifications (AHLEI / American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute)
The hospitality industry is a broad category of fields within the service industry that includes lodging, food, and drink service, event planning, theme parks, travel, and tourism. This training prepares students for exciting careers in the in-demand hospitality industry by offering certifications in Guest Services, Restaurant Services, Front Desk Representative, or Guest Room Attendant.
Call 914-606-6658 today for dates and details!
Event Management: The Exciting World of Event Planning
Event planners are everywhere you look! They are at the helm of planning the Super Bowl, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Emmys/Oscars/VMAs, and so many other major events. In this course, learn what you need to be a successful professional event planner. Gain tips and pointers needed to break into the industry or to advance your existing event-planning career. Obtain a certificate upon completion.
CE-CRXPL 2029, 2 Sat., Feb. 11 & 18, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (one-hour lunch), $185. S Serrant. #20231
Wedding Planning: Turn Your Hobby into a Career
Are you planning your own wedding? Would you like to become a wedding planner? Learn the difference between a bridal consultant and a wedding planner. Learn the top qualities needed to be a successful wedding planner. Learn about the many places hiring wedding planners. Gain the skills needed to plan a variety of weddings. Become familiar with the various wedding rituals and customs. Discover why vendors are the backbone of every successful planner.
CE-CRXPL 2030, 2 Sat., Apr. 15 & 22, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (one-hour lunch), $189 (+ $20 materials fee, payable to instructor). S Serrant. #20232
Personal Fitness Trainer (non-credit)
Information Session
Join us to learn how to become a Personal Trainer. We will cover everything from A-Z so the fitness
industry and its opportunities will come to life for you to turn your passion into a profession. This 1-hour
information session will share everything from financial aid to textbook and online options too. View the
FREE virtual orientation on-demand: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2165995440081874446
Personal Fitness Trainer Certification (non-credit)
Become a successful personal fitness trainer with an option to complete an employer internship that can walk you into a job! This challenging course offers remote instruction with in-depth, hands-on practical labs to master essential career skills and knowledge. Includes 15 hours of lecture on key topics like biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage, and health assessment plus 15 hours of hands-on practical training labs with role playing drills on assessing clients, programming, performing proper exercises, presentation skills, and more. Includes student workbook, access to online student study tools, and test vouchers for the Personal Trainer exams. Combine passing the exams with proof of CPR/AED, obtain your Level 1 Certified Personal Trainer, and get to work. As a special bonus, with our 30-hour employer internship you get the advanced Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer credential at no additional cost! Textbook (Fitness Professionals Handbook, 7th ed., ISBN-13:9781492523376) required, not included in course fees; order and start reading immediately at 888-330-9487 or www.witseducation.com.
CE-CERTS 2018, $875.
Sec. A: 6 Sat., Feb. 11-Mar. 25 (skip 02/25), 9:00 am-4:00 pm
9:00 am-12:00 noon will be virtual lectures and 1:00-4:00 pm practicum at an off-site Gym/Fitness Center (NYSC or Crunch),
(Study week: Feb. 25, National Certification Exam: March 25). #20225
Sec. B: 12 T/Sat., Mar. 28-May 13 (skip 4/18 & 4/22)
Tuesdays 6:30 pm-9:30 pm will be virtual lectures and Saturdays 12:00 pm-3:00 pm practicum at an off-site Gym/Fitness Center (NYSC or Crunch), (Study week: April 18 & 22. National Certification Exam: May 9 virtual written exam 6:30-8:30pm and May 13 practical at the gym location 12:00 noon-5:00 pm). #20226