Careers in Specialized Fields
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Advanced Manufacturing at Westchester Community College
Earn Industry-Recognized Credentials!
Contact us for information about our non-credit workforce courses that lead to certification by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS): Introduction to Manufacturing, CNC Milling Operations, and CNC Turning Operations. Each course is 63 hours and will take place in the evening. Please contact us at kristine.bunyea@sunywcc.edu or call 914-606-7904 for further information, schedule, and cost.
NYS EPA Lead Certification
- Contractors
- Painters
- General Renovators
- Electricians
- Plumbers Carpenters
- Cabinet Installers
- Property Managers
Offered in partnership with Advanced Training Institute (an EPA approved provider): EPA lead certification, initial, and renewal training complies with the EPA’s Renovation, Repair and Painting (RPP) Final Rule (40-CFR745) for certifying renovators to perform lead-safe work. If you, your company and workers are not working in accordance with the new EPA lead certification requirements, your work could be stopped and your company could face fines up to $35,000 per violation per day! All workers on the job site who disturb or handle lead paint covered material or debris must be certified. This includes all personnel who clean up the sites. Firms are required to be certified and their employees must be trained in use of lead-safe work practices, and lead-safe work practices that minimize occupants’ exposure to lead hazards must be followed.
Go to epa.gov for in-depth details on the EPA PPR rules for lead safety certification.
CE-CERTS 2054, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, GTW-219, $199 (all materials supplied by instructor at class).
Sec. D: 1 Tues., May 21. #13425
Introduction to Cryptocurrency: The Use of Bitcoins & Altcoins in our Digital World
Learn the basics of cryptocurrency in our digital world. Explore the history, systems, forms, risks, and misconception of digital currencies from Bitcoin to Altcoins. This course is designed for individuals who seek to learn how Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies impact society. Participants will be able to develop a general understanding of digital currency, crypto-trading exchanges, tools and applications. This course is designed as an introductory course and not a financial advising course.
CE-FIN 2074, 3 Wed., June 5-19, 6:00-9:00 pm, KNC-3, $100 (+textbook, available in class). L Francis. #5838
Risk Adjustment HCC Coder Training
This course trains medical coders in how to code and audit charts for risk adjustment.
Students will learn what risk adjustment means and how it works for Medicare Advantage; documentation and coding guidelines that apply to Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC’s); specific coding guidelines applicable to the various chapters in the ICD-10-CM Tabular List; and auditing concepts, how to apply them and how to work with suspects and queries when auditing charts
Note: This class is for students with knowledge of the ICD-10-CM coding system. Bring required textbook and an ICD-10-CM code book to class.
CE-HCARE 2068, 4 Sat., June 8-29, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, AAB-309, $150 (+ textbook). S Herzberg. #5839
NYS Mold Assessor, Remediator, & Worker Licensing Courses
Mold inspectors, remediators and workers must be licensed in New York State. Violators of the law may be fined up to $2,000 for the initial violation and up to $10,000 for each subsequent violation. All courses are NYS Department of Labor approved. All materials supplied by instructor in class. Upon passing the course exam, the NYSDOL will send license. Offered in partnership with Advanced Training Institute (ATI). For more information, email info@advancedtraininginstitute.org
Mold Abatement Worker license (16 hours)
Licensed workers may perform mold abatement.
CE-CERTS 2051, 2 days (16 hours), 8:30 am-5:00 pm, KNC-4. $525.
Sec. A: 1 M/T, June 17 & 18. #5636
Sec. B: 1 Sa/Su, Aug. 10 & 11. #5637
Mold Remediator Contractor (24 hours)
Licensed contractors may perform mold remediation, write mold remediation work plans, and supervise projects.
CE-CERTS 2052, 3 days (24 hours),
8:30 am-5:00 pm, KNC-4. $695.
Sec. A: 1 M/T/W, June 17-19. #5638
Sec. B: 2 Sat. & 1 Sun., Aug. 10, 11 & 17. #5639
Mold Assessor (32 hours)
Licensed assessors may perform mold assessments, perform post remediation assessment, write mold remediation plans and write mold remediation clearance criteria.
CE-CERTS 2053, 4 days (32 hours), 8:30 am-5:00 pm, KNC-4. $795.
Sec. A: 1 M/T/W/Th, June 17-20. #5640
Sec. B: 2 Sa/Su, Aug. 10, 11, 17 & 18. #5641
Voice-overs…NOW is Your Time!
Learn about a unique, outside-of-the-box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full- or part-time careers out there. This is a business you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead. This fun and exciting class could be the game changer you have been looking for!
CE-COMM 2008, 1 Wed., July 10, 6:30-8:30 pm, KNC-3, $45. J Seawood. #5587
Slicing the Big Apple
A course for lovers of urban history that will dynamically combine the history, ethnography, and architecture of a complex, diverse city. It will also prepare you to become a certified NYC tour guide.
CE-TRVL 2005, 4 Sat., July 6-27, 1:00-3:00 pm, KNC-2, $100. H Fischer. #5565
Life, Accident, and Health Pre-Licensing
NYS approved class to prepare for the State exam. Textbook is required and chapters 1-10 in the Life Section and Chapters 3-11 in the Health Section must be read prior to the first class. Register 1 week in advance.
CE-INS 2007, F/Sa/Su, June 21-23, 8:00 am-
5:00 pm and Mon., June 24, 8:00 am-1:00 pm, $395 (+ textbook), KNC-5. V Bujanow. #5702
NYS EPA Lead Certification
Offered in partnership with Advanced Training Institute (an EPA approved provider): EPA lead certification, initial, and renewal training complies with the EPA’s Renovation, Repair and Painting (RPP) Final Rule (40-CFR745) for certifying renovators to perform lead-safe work.
Go to epa.gov for in-depth details on the EPA PPR rules for lead safety certification.
CE-CERTS 2054, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, $199 (all materials supplied by instructor at class).
Sec. A: 1 Sat., June 29, KNC-4. #5633
Sec. B: 1 Wed., July 10, KNC-5. #5634
Sec. C: 1 Sat., Aug. 24, KNC-4. #5635
Advanced Manufacturing at Westchester Community College
Earn Industry-Recognized Credentials!
Contact us for information about our non-credit workforce courses that lead to
certification by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS):
Introduction to Manufacturing, CNC Milling Operations, and CNC Turning Operations.
Each course is 63 hours and will take place in the evening.
Please contact us at kristine.bunyea@sunywcc.edu or call 914-606-7904 for further information, schedule, and cost.
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 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)
Designed for anyone 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. Also 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. Prerequisites: Ability to see and identify small items; ability to speak and read English.
CE-TECH 2000, Th/F/Sat, Aug. 22-24, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, KNC-5, $725. #5612
Certified Fiber Optics Specialist
in Testing & Maintenance (CFOS/T)
Advanced training to anyone involved with the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks. Prerequisite: CFOT Course.
CE-TECH 2001, Su/M, Aug. 25-26, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, KNC-5, $700 (fee includes 1-year membership in the FOA). #5613
Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist (CFOS/S)
This 2-day program provides an overview of OTDR functions and trace understanding. Prerequisite: CFOT Course.
CE-TECH 2002, Tu/W, Aug. 27-28, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, KNC-5, $700. #5614
Personal Fitness Trainer (non-credit)
Information Session
Join us and meet leading local employers and our outstanding instructor to learn exactly what the fitness industry has to offer you and your career goals. Sign up today for our FREE orientation while seats are still available. Call (914) 606-6830 and press 1 to speak with registration specialist to reserve your seat.
1 Sat., May 18, 10:00-11:00 am, KNC-4. Free but RSVP required.
Personal Fitness Trainer Certification (non-credit)
This challenging course offers classroom instruction with in-depth, hands-on practical labs to master essential career skills and knowledge. Includes 15 hours of lecture 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 200-page student workbook, access to online student study tools, and test vouchers for the Certified Personal Trainer exams. Combine passing the exams with proof of CPR/AED, obtain your Level 1 Certified Personal Trainer, and get to work. 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. National certification testing on Aug. 10 (test vouchers included).
CE-CERTS 2018, 6 Sat., June 29-Aug. 10 (skip 8/3), 9:00 am-4:00 pm (1-hour lunch), morning lecture GTW-219, afternoon practical in PEB-Fitness Center. $725. #5537