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Dana WrightPathway to SuccessSee insideOPENHOUSESSaturday, September 26Thursday, October 1Thursday, October 8See back cover for Open House details11am–1pm6pm–8pm6pm–8pm
STUDENT SPOTLIGHTDana Wright graduated from Career Network: Healthcare, a career developmentprogram run by Phipps Neighborhoods in partnership with Hostos CommunityCollege and Montefiore Health System, that helps young adults secure healthcare-related employment and/or education credentials. Dana enrolled in theHostos Patient Care Technician Certificate program, after receiving certificationin Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Electrocardiogram (EKG) and CardioPulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), for a combined total of 240 hours of coursestudy. She successfully passed the National Health Career AssociationCertification exam to become a Certified Patient Care Technician. Before completing Career Network: Healthcare, Dana lived in a housing shelter with her twochildren. Upon receiving her Patient Care Technician Certification at HostosCommunity College, she secured employment as a Patient Escort at a nursinghome in the Bronx. Dana and her children have successfully transitioned fromthe shelter to permanent housing and she is excited about her future.Phipps Neighborhoods helps children, youth, and families in lowincome communities rise above poverty. We work in South Bronx neighborhoods where we address the greatest barriers facing residents toopen the road to success through education, career programs andaccess to community resources.We’re dedicated to our neighborhoods for the long term, supportingindividuals and families as they establish self-sufficiency. Our servicescreate opportunities for people to thrive in every aspect of their lives.
Hostos Continuing Education & Workforce DevelopmentThe Skills To Do The JobAs the summer comes to a close and we move into the fallseason, our children are returning to school and many of youare giving some thought to after-school programs for them,new career and job prospects for yourselves and potentialpromotion opportunities in your place of work. Please knowthat we are here to assist and guide you in this process.Peter MertensEvelyn Fernandez-KetchamAt Hostos Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD), the College for Kids SaturdayAcademy provides academic and enrichment classes for children and teens during the fall andspring semesters. Our Certificate programs provide training and education in a variety of industriesthat ultimately lead to job growth.The healthcare and social assistance industry is projected to experience a 27.1% job growthbetween now and 2022, according to the NYS Department of Labor (NYSDOL). This is one of thelargest growing industries in New York State. Therefore, at Hostos we provide 18 different healthcare job training/certificate programs, in addition to the 19 job training/certificate programs inother industries. Along with these programs, comprehensive support services are provided to ensureyour success.This fall, let our staff assist and guide you as you acquire the skills to do the job and acheive yourcareer goals.Cordially,Peter Mertens, Assistant Dean, Continuing Education & Workforce DevelopmentEvelyn Fernandez-Ketchum, Executive Director, Workforce DevelopmentSpring and Summer 2015 Highlights of Accomplishments Stacey Almanzar received the Peter JenningsScholarship Laurel Award this summer. Theaward is named in honor of Peter Jennings,the former Anchor of ABC’s World NewsTonight, who took a strong interest in CUNY’sAdult Literacy/GED Program. In addition toearning her High School Equivalency Diplomaat Hostos, Ms. Almanzar is now registered forthe fall 2015 semester at Hostos CommunityCollege as a radiology major. 365 veterans received support servicesthrough our H.E.R.O. 4-V grant for veterans.19 veterans received or are in the process ofreceiving certifications. 13 students earned certificates in the inauguralCulinary Arts program on August 5, 2015.At the ceremony, students received theircertificates of completion, along with their FoodProtection certificates and uniforms. They willnow embark on their two week internships at fourdifferent restaurants located throughout the city. CEWD received two new contracts from 1199SEIU Training & Upgrade Funds totaling over 100,000. During 2014-2015, these fundsserved 22 members of 1199 by preparing themto pass certification exams in Telemetry andPatient Care Technician. These 22 membershad a 100% pass rate on their Telemetryexams and 97% of the participants passedthe five certifications related to Patient CareTechnician. During 2014-2015, the Career NetworkProgram funded by JP Morgan and operatedby Phipps Neighborhoods in partnership withMontefiore Medical Center and HostosCommunity College enrolled 149 studentswith the goal of helping them to prepare foremployment in the healthcare field. A 19,000 award was presented to CEWDby CUNY’s Workforce Development Initiativein 2014-2015. These funds allowed 34students to take courses in ManagementTraining for the Farmers Market. Currently, 12of those students are employed in managementjobs at Grow NYC and Harvest Home. Recently, CEWD was awarded a new Riker’sIsland Training contract for 125,000 inpartnership with STRIVE and the Departmentof Corrections. One hundred twenty inmateswill be trained over a 10 month period inbasic construction skills in the fall andspring semesters.
WELCOME TOTHE DIVISION OFCONTINUING EDUCATION &WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENTThe Division plays a prominent role in the mission of Hostos Community College,that is, to provide access to higher and post-secondary educational opportunitiesleading to intellectual growth and socio-economic mobility. The Divisionaccomplishes this through the delivery of educational and job training servicesto individuals not served by the traditional instructional activities of the College.The Division ofContinuing Education & Workforce Developmentoffers these services through its various programs:2 Adult Learning Center Advanced Technology Training & InformationNetworking (ATTAIN) Lab Career Services Center for Bronx Nonprofits at Hostos CUNY In the Heights CUNY Language Immersion Program CUNY Start Jobs-Plus Liberty Partnership The Allied Health Career Pipeline Program Young Men’s Initiative (YMI)IMPACT Peer Mentoring Project Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA)Hostos Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development
Table of ContentsSpecial Sections .6-11Free Workshop Series - The History of Latin Music & Latin Jazz Part V . 6Free Workshop Series - Underneath the Accent of My Skin . 6Hostos Fall 2015 Free Workshop Seminars. 7Bronx Terminal Market . 7CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP) . 8CUNY Start.8Allied Health Careers . 9H.E.R.O. 4-V . 9Hostos Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program (WIPA) .10Liberty Partnership .10Career Services .10Adult Learning Center .11The Young Men’s Initiative (YMI) IMPACT Peer Mentoring Project .11The Center for Bronx Nonprofits (CBNP) .12Jobs-Plus .12THE SKILLSTO DOTHE JOBTest Prep & Language Skills . 13-17PRE-HSE (High School Equivalency Diploma) Test Prep .14High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma Preparation & Test Schedule . 14Equivalencia a la Escuela Secundaria . 15English for Speakers of Other Languages/ESOL. 16Other Languages . 17Medical and Health . 19-30Home Health Aide Certificate Program .Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA) .Phlebotomy Technician .Electrocardiography Technician .ECG Telemetry Technician Certificate .Patient Care Technician Certificate .First Aid Certification .CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers .Clinical Medical Assistant .Clinical Case Management for Registered Nurses .Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Administration Certificate Program .Emergency Medical Technician .Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program .Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor Program .HIV Counselor Certificate Program .CUNY Healthcare Interpreter Certificate .Medical Billing & Coding Certificate Program .Culinary Arts Certificate Program .Programa Certificación de Protección de Alimentos l Development. 31-43Case Management Certificate Program .Customer Service Training Certificate Program .Security Officer Certification 8 & 16 Hours .Introduction to Terror & Anti-Terrorism .Introduction to Homeland Security .F-03 & F-04 Fireguard Test Prep .Locksmith Certificate Program.Basic Electrical Residential Wiring.Preparation for the Notary Public Exam .Real Estate Certificate Program .Basic Construction Project Management.CompTIA Certifications .AutoCAD Certificate Program.Cisco Networking Certificate Program.Microsoft Office Certificate Program .Child Care Provider Training .Child Development Associate Certificate.DASA (Dignity for All Students Act) Seminar .Hostos Study Abroad .Teacher Assistant Certificate Program .3233343535353636363737383838394041414243Fitness . 44Personal Trainer Certification. 44Sports Nutrition Consultant Certification .44Hostos College for Kids Saturday Academy . 45-51College for Kids Academic Skills .College for Kids Personal Enrichment .College for Kids Health & Fitness .High School Tutorial Prep - Regents Review .47484850Policies & Procedures . 52-53Staff & Contact Information . edu/Continuing-Ed3
CalendarFALL 2015CALENDARDivision of Continuing Education & Workforce Developmentwill be closed on the following dates:Saturday, September 5, 2015 . Labor DaySunday, September 6, 2015 . Labor DayMonday, September 7, 2015 . Labor DaySaturday, October 10, 2015 . Columbus DaySunday, October 11, 2015 . Columbus DayMonday, October 12, 2015. Columbus DayThursday, November 26, 2015 . Thanksgiving DayFriday, November 27, 2015 . Thanksgiving DaySaturday, November 28, 2015 . Thanksgiving DaySunday, November 29, 2015 . Thanksgiving DayThursday, December 24, 2015 . Christmas EveFriday, December 25, 2015 . Christmas DaySaturday, December 26, 2015 . Christmas DaySunday, December 27, 2015 . Christmas DayThursday, December 31, 2015 . New Year’s EveFriday, January 1, 2016 . New Year’sSaturday, January 2, 2016 . New Year’sSunday, January 3, 2016 . New Year’sSaturday, January 16, 2016 . Martin Luther KingSunday, January 17, 2016. Martin Luther KingMonday, January 18, 2016 . Martin Luther KingYou May Be Eligible for Tuition AssistanceMany of our courses are eligible for vouchers and reimbursement through employers, Departmentof Veteran’s Affairs, Workforce 1 Centers, Department of Unemployment, HRA, ACCES-VR andother government assistance programs.Work Force Investment Act (WIA) Vouchers may be available for individuals who are unemployed,dislocated, disabled, youth (14-21) meeting certain requirements or displaced workers.For more information: http://www.nyc.gov/trainingguideNew York State Educational Incentive Scholarship Program (EIP) may provide vouchers for qualified applicants who are registered child care providers. For more information: www.tsg.suny.eduAdult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)is available for students with disabilities. For more information: www.acces.nysed.gov/vr/Vouchers are also accepted through the GI Bill and Department of Veteran’s Affairs.For more information: http://www.va.govEmployment Vouchers may be available through your employer. Contact Human Resources,Personnel or Training Department at your place of employment to receive information on vouchersfor tuition reimbursement opportunities.Check with your Human Resources, Veteran’s Affairs, union representativeor program case manager for additional funding opportunities.Accommodations for Individuals with DisabilitiesPlease contact Monique Pinero at 718-319-7928or email Mpinero@hostos.cuny.edu to discuss your individual needs.Requests for accommodations must be accompanied by documentation of disability.Please submit requests and documentation in advance of class start date to ensure thatreasonable accommodation requests can be processed in a timely manner.4Hostos Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development
Fall 2015 Certificate ProgramsFall 2015 Certificate Programs include:Obtaining a certificate maylead to a higher paying job.Hostos Community College offersCertificate Programs in many criticalfields of study. Individual coursesmay be selected by students notplanning to complete a CertificateProgram.Three easy steps toearning a certificate:1) Satisfy any necessary prerequisitesie: High School Equivalency (HSE)2) Complete the registration process3) Successfully meet all programrequirementsNew CoursesAutoCAD Certificate Program . . . . . . . . . .Business Administration Management . . . .Child Development Associate . . . . . . . . . .Cisco Networking Certificate Program . . . .Clinical Case Managementfor Registered Nurses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Culinary Arts Certificate Program . . . . . . . .Customer Service Training Certificate ProgramDASA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ECG Telemetry Technician Certificate . . . . .F-03 & F-04 Fireguard Test 35Home Health Aide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hostos Security Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . .HIV Counselor Certificate Program . . . . . . .Intro to Terror & Anti-Terrorism . . . . . . . . .Intro to Homeland Security . . . . . . . . . . .Intro to Security and Loss Prevention . . . . .Patient Care Technician Program . . . . . . . .Sports Nutrition Consultant . . . . . . . . . . .718-514-7534. AutoCAD Certificate Program NEW. Basic Construction Project Mgmt. Program. Business Administration ManagementCertificate Program NEW. CNA Program. CASAC Program. Case Management Program. Child Development AssociateCertificate Program NEW. Child Care Provider Training Program. Cisco Networking Certificate Program NEW. Clinical Case Managementfor Registered Nurses NEW. Clinical Medical Assistant Program. CompTIA A Certifications. Culinary Arts Certificate Program NEW. Customer Service TrainingCertificate Program NEW. CUNY Healthcare Interpreter Program. ECG Telemetry Technician Certificate NEW. Electrocardiography Technician Program. Emergency Medical Technician Program. Food Protection Program. HIV Counselor Program. Home Health Aide Certificate Program NEW. Hostos Security Academy NEW. Local Anesthesia & Nitrous OxideAdministration Certificate Program. Locksmith Certificate Program. Medical Billing & Coding Program. Microsoft Certifications. Patient Care Technician Program NEW. Personal Trainer Program. Pharmacy Technician Program NEW. Phlebotomy Technician Program. Real Estate Program. Teacher Assistant Program. Security Officer Program. Sports Nutrition Consultant Certification NEWCursos en .35.22.44cedu@hostos.cuny.eduCertificado de Tecnología . . . . . . . . .Conversational Spanish . . . . . . . . . .Equivalencia a la Escuela SecundariaPrograma Certificación deProtección de Alimentos . . . . . . . . . . . 39. . . . 17. . . . 15. . . . 30Test Prep Course DirectoryFifth Grade Test Prep – Reading . . . . . .Fifth Grade Test Prep – Math . . . . . . . .F-03 & F-04 Fireguard Test Prep . . . . . .High School Equivalency Diploma . . . .Preparation for Notary Public Exam . . . .Regents Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Teacher Assistant Test Prep . . . . . . . . .Third Grade Test Prep – Reading . . . . . .Third Grade Test Prep – Math . . . . . . .SAT Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47. . 47. . 3514-15. . 36. . 50. . 43. . 47. . 47. . 50www.hostos.cuny.edu/Continuing-Ed5
Special EventsFREE WORKSHOP SERIESThe History of Latin Musicand Latin Jazz Part VThis fall seminar series is a tribute to thenew Federal Equality Act, Equal Rightsmovement of the LGBT community.This free seminar series will highlight the diversity of themusic pioneers and their impact on the history of Latinmusic and jazz. Learn about the musicians and artists likeGraciela, known as the First Lady of Latin Jazz, Ceila Cruz,Olga Guiott, Gloria Estefan, Enrique Jorrin, JohnnyRodriquez, Julio Guiterriez and many others that helpedcreate and influence the music of this time.The series is hosted by Joe Conzo Sr., noted music historian, producer and author of Mambo Diablo: My Journey withTito Puente. These seminars will broaden your knowledge ofthe genres and enlighten you as you hear and learn aboutthe music and how it evolved from the 1930’s to now.The seminar will focus on latin music, the jazz era and thediverse artists who were influential in creating it, includingthe great Tito Puente. Special guests will periodically attendthroughout the seminars series. The Tito Puente Exhibit ishoused at Hostos and is available for viewing.All seminars will be hosted at the artgallery at Hostos Community CollegeSeminars take place on the followingSaturdays from 11am to 1pmOctober 17, 2015October 24, 2015October 31, 2015November 7, 2015NovemberNovemberDecemberDecember14, 201521, 20155, 201512, 2015Reserve Your Space Today! Contact us at 718-514-7534 for one or all of the events.FREE Workshop Series Underneath the Accent of My SkinA multidisciplinary project-based series of 7 workshop sessions with emphasis on creative writing,storytelling, photography, collage and air-dry claysculpting. The workshop will culminate with apublic exhibit of the artistic process, a readingand a display of anthology of artwork, poetryand short narrative created by the participants.The workshop series totaling 14 hours will be hostedby immigrant poet, writer and multidisciplinary artist,Orlando Ferrand. Mr. Ferrand explores the realm of“hyphenated identities” as well as the definitions of“refugee” and “immigrant” through the creativeprocess. Mr. Ferrand believes this allows us to movebeyond the traditional prejudices and bias confinements toward a multiethnic and cross cultural approachto the visual and/or written narrative, allowing it tobecome a permanent record of ancestry, a depositoryof identity and a catalyst for transformation of boththe individual and the community.All workshops will be held on the followingSundays at Hostos Community rkshopWorkshop1:2:3:4:5:6:7:September 20, 2015October 4, 2015October 18, 2015November 1, 2015November 15, 2015December 6, 2015December 20, pm11am-1pmParticipants must register for Workshops. Call 718-514-7534 or visit our office.6Hostos Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development
Special EventsHOSTOSFALL 2015FREE WORKSHOPSEMINARSFreeAllied Healthcare Industry InsiderOctober 15, 20156:00pm to 7:00pmExplore A Career inInformation Technology (IT)November 19, 20156:00pm to 7:00pmHow to Start Your Own BusinessDecember 17, 20156:00pm to 7:00pmTHE SKILLSTO DOTHE JOBIf you are interested in attending a FREE Workshop Seminar,please register by calling calling 718-514-7534.All workshops will be held at Hostos Community .cuny.edu/Continuing-Ed7
PartnershipsCUNY Language ImmersionProgram (CLIP)CLIP is an English language immersion program for nonmatriculated CUNY students that need additional English asa Second Language (ESOL) classes prior to matriculating, asdetermined by the CUNY entrance exams. Students canremain in the program for one semester or up to one yearprior to matriculating at CUNY.Benefits: Affordable: 180 for Fall/Spring or 75 for Summer (reduced fees for CDand students on public assistance: 45 for Fall/Spring or 18 for Summer) 6 levels of intensive instruction in English (25 hours per week) with dayor evening schedules available 5 hours per week of computer-assisted learning including keyboarding,blackboard and other skills Opportunity to re-take the CUNY entrance exams to recieve higher collegeplacement in Reading and Writing Extra support: advising, workshops, tutoring, mandatory teacher/studentconferences and much more College ID and access to all college services Save financial aid money for college credit classesProgram Schedule: Day: Mon-Friday: 8:45am to 2:30pm; Evening: 5pm to 10pmFor more information or to register:Tel: (718) 518-6645 Fax: (718) 518-6745 Office Hours: Mon to Fri: 9am to 7pmHostos Community College CLIP, 590 Exterior Street, Building EEntrance on 150th Streethttp://www.clip.cuny.edu. Save time. Improve your basic skills. Save your financial aid dollarsfor college credit coursesCUNY START is an intensive 18-week programthat offers both part-time and full-time classesin academic reading, writing and math forstudents who have not passed one or moreof the CUNY placement tests.Hostos Community College CUNY START475 Grand Concourse, Room A-016 (Basement)Bronx, NY 104518LEARN MORE ABOUT USBY ATTENDING ANINFORMATION SESSIONTelephone: (718) 518-6851Fax: (718) 518-6745Email: cunystart@hostos.cuny.eduOffice Hours: Mon. to Fri., 10am to 6pmHostos Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development
PartnershipsBuild your Pathway to a Brighter Futurewith the Skills to Do the Job!AlliedHealthCareersHostos Community CollegeHostos Community College is one of 32 entitiesnationwide participating in the Health ProfessionOpportunity Grants (HPOG) Program administeredby the Administration for Children and Families at theU.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS).The Allied Health Career Pipeline Program focuses onpreparing students for careers in healthcare.The following occupational training programs are available:· Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)· Community Health Worker· Health Information Technology*Morning and Evening classes are availablewith a certification in ElectronicHealth Records (EHR)Afternoon and Evening classes are availableStudents that wish to transition to college and meet the criteria to do so will receive assistance and guidance.Eligible program participants, who are low-income orreceive public assistance, will receive comprehensivesupport services to help successfully complete occupational training programs, connect to internship opportunitiesand obtain employment. The program is FREE.To find out if you are eligible toenroll in the Pipeline Program,please call or email718-664-2537 or 718-664-2540Pipeline@hostos.cuny.eduPlease Note: HPOG is a study funded by the federal government which is being conducted to determine how these training opportunitieshelp people improve their skills and find better jobs. Not all eligible applicants will be selected to participate in these opportunities.This document is supported by Grant #90FX0023 from the Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health & HumanServices (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HHS.H.E.R.O. 4-VCultivating Our Community through EducationFREE Workshops for Veterans, Reservists, Guard Members and their Families!Are you thinking of startingyour higher education callingor changing your career?Don’t miss this opportunityto see how Hostos CommunityCollege and H.E.R.O.4.V. canassist.FREE events dates:September 15, 2015September 29, 2015 October 13, 2015 Hostos Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development andH.E.R.O. 4.V is hosting a series of workshops for Veterans and their family members. Registration is required.Space is limited, so earlyregistration is encouraged.Workshops will include: Education Benefits 101 Resumé Development, Winning Interview Skills and Career PreparationARMY H NAVY H AIR FORCE H MARINES H COAST GUARDPlease call 718-518-7916or 718-514-7534 to register718-514-7534cedu@hostos.cuny.eduH E R O 4VHHHHHHostos Education & Resource Opportunities 4 Veteranswww.hostos.cuny.edu/Continuing-Ed9
PartnershipsHostosAssistance ProgramProgram(WIPA)(WIPA)HostosWorkWork IncentivesIncentives Planning and AssistanceAre You: A Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island resident receiving Social Security DisabilityInsurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? Between the ages of 14 and retirement age?Condsidering employment, ready to be employed, or currently employed?Worried about losing your cash benefits and health insurance if you return to work?Eligible for an Individualized Education Plan or 504 Plan at school?Worried about your disability-related benefits for you and your family?Our certified bilingual benefits counselors will help you learn how to use Social Security special rules andwork incentives so as to allow you to maintain your medical insurance and some or all of your cash benefits.Hostos Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) offers benefits analysis, ongoing casemanagement, referrals for job training and other services. There is no cost for this service.Call for more information 1-800-739-0118Visit www.hostos.cuny.edu/cewd/programs/wipa.htmlLiberty PartnershipAt the core of Hostos Community College’s Liberty Partnerships Programis a year-round academic and culture-arts enrichment program that isenhanced by a comprehensive support services component. Currentlythe program serves
Certification exam to become a Certified Patient Care Technician. Before com-pleting Career Network: Healthcare, Dana lived in a housing shelter with her two children. Upon receiving her Patient Care Technician Certification at Hostos Community College, she secured employment as a Patient Escort at a nursing home in the Bronx.
