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NEED TRAINING?
We work to ensure that the local economy thrives. One way we do that: by partnering with organizations throughout the county on training programs that build the skills employers want.
Here are just a few of the programs you should know about.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING CAREER TRAINING PROGRAM
This program, created by OED, is conducted in partnership with SUNY Westchester Community College. It can prepare you for a well-paid career in advanced manufacturing, at your own pace.
This mostly virtual, six-month program is your chance to: •Master the basics of safety, quality, manufacturing
processes and green production.
•Learn skills to set you on a path to create products using
computers, robotics, 3D printing and more.
•See first-hand what it’s like to work at some of Westchester’s
most innovative companies.
No prior manufacturing experience is necessary, and a college degree is not required. There are scholarships available to cover the cost of this program.
At the end of the program, you will hold The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) CPT 4.0 Certification. OED will loan laptops to participants who need them at NO COST.
Get more details at www.westchestercatalyst.com/skills-training!
Training will be provided by the Westchester Community College’s Ossining Extension Center. For more information and to register, contact ossining@sunywcc.edu or 914-813-6555. If you’re 18 or older, call the Westchester Putnam Career Center (914-813-6555) to find out if you’re eligible to attend these classes at NO COST to you!
No tech skills? No problem. HTPP participants are eligible to complete a 15-hour STEM Alliance training program that will provide an introduction to Google platforms, detailed instructions on how to use Zoom, and other crucial tech instruction that you can apply to work and life tasks. Learn more by calling Westchester Community College’s Ossining Extension Center at 914-606-7400.
HEALTHCARE TALENT PIPELINE PROGRAM (HTPP)
This OED-funded program, administered by the Westchester County Association (WCA) in partnership with organizations like Nonprofit Westchester and The STEM Alliance, will train individuals to become
a Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Administrative Assistant.
Successful candidates will earn a NYS-approved training credential, receive job readiness training and be connected to leading healthcare partners in Westchester County. Join an industry with great career advancement opportunities!
HAVE BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT?
At OED, we understand that affordable childcare, quality housing, food security and access to healthcare are essential to professional success. That’s why we want to help you access those resources.
If you participate in an OED program, we will help you connect with third-party organizations that offer the help you need — so you can keep the job you’ve worked hard to get.
For more information, call us at 914-995-2936.
WANT TO LAUNCH A BUSINESS?
OED can help with that too!
The Launch1000 program is designed to help entrepreneurs evaluate an idea, test it with potential customers, and see if it seems likely to succeed. During 2021, over 200 Launchers completed the program and most have launched their ventures since then.
The 2022 program features a dual language cohort to support entrepreneurs whose first language is Spanish. Find out more at www.westchestercatalyst.com/launch1000!
© Courtesy of The STEM Alliance
© Courtesy of The STEM Alliance