This New York State–approved program provides dual training as a Certified Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide. Students gain hands-on experience in patient care, learn medical terminology, and prepare for state certification. Graduates are ready for careers in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home care.
This program prepares students to become Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technicians through hands-on training with professional medical equipment. Students learn to perform and interpret EKGs, understand heart function and wave patterns, and build a strong foundation in medical terminology and cardiac anatomy.
This New York State–approved program trains students to become Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Students gain the skills to respond to emergencies, provide life-saving care, and transport patients safely. The program includes hands-on training, CPR and defibrillation, and a clinical rotation in a hospital or on an ambulance.
This program prepares students for careers as Home Health Aides or Personal Care Aides. Training covers essential skills such as personal care, feeding, bathing, and basic housekeeping, along with a supervised clinical experience to support the elderly and homebound in their homes.
This program trains native Spanish-speaking students to become Home Health Aides. Instruction is delivered in Spanish and covers essential home and personal care skills, including feeding, bathing, dressing, and housekeeping. The program also includes a supervised clinical experience.
This program prepares students for careers as Patient Care Technicians through hands-on training in nursing procedures, phlebotomy, and EKG. Students gain the skills needed to provide comprehensive patient care in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.
This program trains students to become Phlebotomy Technicians with hands-on practice using professional equipment. Students learn proper blood collection techniques, tube identification, venipuncture and skin puncture procedures, and practice drawing blood safely and accurately.
This program prepares students for clerical and administrative roles in healthcare settings. Training includes medical records, billing and coding, scheduling, office procedures, and HIPAA compliance, along with computer and customer service skills. Graduates are eligible for CMAA and CEHRS certification.
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in medical billing, coding, records, and insurance claims. Training covers healthcare procedures, records management, and customer service, along with essential computer skills for today’s medical environments.
This program trains students for careers as Pharmacy Technicians, focusing on medication preparation, customer service, and administrative duties. Graduates are prepared for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam and employment in retail, hospital, and clinical pharmacy settings.
This program prepares students to earn a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brakes endorsement through classroom and behind-the-wheel training. Graduates are qualified to drive school buses, tour buses, trucks, and other commercial vehicles, with added focus on career readiness skills.
This program provides the training required by the New York State Security Guard Act. Students learn the duties, legal responsibilities, and limitations of security guards, as well as how to handle emergencies, manage access control, and maintain professionalism and ethics in the field.
This program helps students prepare for college by strengthening reading, writing, and math skills while building overall college readiness. Students receive support with placement exam prep, study skills, college and career planning, enrollment, and financial aid applications, along with access to college tours and workshops.
The ESOL program builds English language skills for work, college, and daily life. Students develop reading, writing, listening, speaking, and vocabulary through interactive instruction that promotes academic, workforce, and life readiness, from basic to high-intermediate levels.
This program prepares students to earn their High School Equivalency (GED) diploma. Students receive instruction in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, along with test preparation and academic support. The program is self-paced, allowing students to progress at their own rate toward success on the state exam.
At SUNY Westchester Educational Opportunity Center, every program is tuition free for eligible applicants and offered at our convenient downtown Yonkers location. As a premier education facility serving Westchester, we provide more than just classes. We offer supportive wraparound services designed to help students succeed both in the classroom and in the workplace. Our holistic approach ensures that students not only gain valuable skills but also receive the guidance and resources needed to complete their program and step confidently into their career!
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