Division of Continuing Education
- Continuing Studies Center Summer 2008 catalogue (pdf)
- Continuing Studies Center Spring 2008 catalogue (pdf)
- Registration Form (pdf)
- Brownstone Series At City Tech
- Upcoming Home Design Courses: House and Home Toolkit Spring 08 (pdf)
- Academy for Construction Education and Safety
- Course Descriptions (pdf)
- Class Schedules For Summer 2008 (pdf)
- Online Computer, Business and Test Prep Courses (off-site)
- Online Career Training Programs (off-site)
The Division of Continuing Education offers an array of programming for over 9,000 students each year, serving businesses, union members, incumbent workers, career changers, those in need of basic skills, professionals in need of CEU's, and those wishing to engage in lifelong learning for personal enrichment.
Non-credit and credit programs are provided on campus as well as off site at business, industry and community locations. Supported by tuition from individuals, public and private sector grants, contracts with business and industry, and union and other vouchers, programs operate in an environment where teaching and learning flourish.
CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Continuing Studies Center (CSC)
The Continuing Studies Center courses and intensive
training programs are available to the general public and provide
career enhancing skills for adults in an increasingly competitive
job market. Well recognized and reasonably priced offerings range
from Computer Office Skills and Medical Office Assistant to Welding,
PC Support and Network Technologies to locksmithing. In addition,
the Center works collaboratively with the College's academic departments
to develop courses such as the Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance
Abuse Counseling (CASAC) and Ophthalmic Dispensing, designed to
support the professional growth of City Tech alumni. The Center
works closely with municipal and state licensing and certifying
authorities in areas such as pollution control, fire safety and
real estate to provide approved qualifying courses that help insure
high standards in public sector service providers. An array of adult
learning classes such as Tae Kwon Do, Wine Tasting and Interior
Design provide thought provoking, interesting learning experiences
for adults for fun, relaxation and personal interest.
For information call 718.552.1170
Business and Industry Training Center (BITC)
With more than 20 years of experience, the Business
and Industry Training Center offers technical and non-technical
training customized to meet the specific needs of active New York
City businesses. Training can be delivered in company settings or
City Tech's labs and classrooms. Although most workforce development
courses are non-credit, the Center also partners with other departments
of the College to offer credit programs. Former and current partners
include: Verizon, Bear Stearns, NYC Human Resource Administration,
the US Postal Service, Mt. Sinai Hospital and Domino Sugar.
For information call 718.552.1150.
Apartment House Institute (AHI)
The Apartment House Institute provides a variety
of education and information service to owners, managers, and superintendents
of multifamily buildings, and individuals, who have significant
input into operation and maintenance of these buildings. The Institute
offers courses in Management of Affordable Housing that leads to
a Certificate in Housing Management. The Superintendents' Club of
New York, a technical society, is operated by AHI.
For information call 718.552.1160.
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS
Access for Women
Access for Women welcomes women who are interested
in exploring career opportunities in non-traditional technical fields
such as construction, building trades and engineering technologies.
Access for Women provides classes, workshops, basic skills, math
and vocational training for unemployed and underemployed women.
Counseling and support services are provided to college students
enrolled in technical programs and orientation sessions for the
technologies are arranged for young women in middle and high schools.
For information call 718.552.1132.
Adult Learning Center
The Adult Learning Center offers free literacy
and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction at all levels.
Classes in basic education, math, ESL, and preparation for the GED
examination meet during the day, in the evening and on Saturday.
Sessions are also held at off-campus facilities in the community.
In addition to classroom instruction, students have the opportunity
to learn basic computer skills and utilize our computer labs for
Internet research, write papers and improve their literacy and language
skills. Counseling and support services are provided.
For information call 718.552.1140.
Workforce Development Services/ACCESS Counseling Center
Since 1990, the ACCESS Counseling Center has provided
a broad range of workforce preparation and education services to
students enrolled in the Division of Continuing Education and to
other adult residents of New York City. These services include assessment,
counseling, information and referral, case management, career exploration
workshops, skills training and job development/job placement. ACCESS
works closely with other units of the College, as well as with education
and human service providers to develop and coordinate activities
and programs.
For information call 718.552.1120.
CUNY COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS
CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP)
The CUNY Language Immersion Program, a Chancellor's
initiative that operates at eight CUNY colleges, opened at City
Tech in July 1996. The program offers newly admitted CUNY students
who are not native English speakers the opportunity to devote an
intensive period of time to improving their English language skills
before enrolling in credit courses. It is also open to some college
students who have not been successful in their college ESL courses.
The program offers both day and evening classes, and each class
meets for 25 hours a week. Reading, writing, listening and speaking
are integrated into a holistic approach to language development.
While enrolled in CLIP students defer their college admission and
do not use their financial aid.
For information call 718.552.1140.
High School Transitions
High School Transitions is a six-week summer
intensive English language program for immigrant students in ESL
or bilingual programs who are about to enter high school. The goal
of the Transitions enrichment program is to enable student to successfully
participate in all classes upon entering high school. The theme-based
curriculum provides a framework around which students read, write,
do research projects, learn to use the computer for word processing
and Internet research, and improve oral communication skills. An
academic-year program on Saturdays helps students to continue to
improve their skills and provide enrichment activities. Individual
and small group counseling are provided. This free program is a
collaborative project of the City University of New York Division
of Adult and Continuing Education and the New York City Board of
Education, Office of Bilingual/ESL Programs.
For information call 718.552.1140.
