This updated seminar led by a local attorney,  prepares individuals for the NYS test and provides a comprehensive view of the notary public office.  Confusing laws, concepts, and procedures are clarified in plain English.  Examples are provided to illustrate situations what the officer is likely to encounter such as avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining professional ethers, charging proper fees, handling of special situations, minimizing legal liability and much more.  Tuition includes text.

Each applicant seekig certification at the Grade 2 or 2A level or higher must be able to conduct the necessary laboratory tests to maintain proper operation of a wastewater treatment plant. This course covers collection and analysis of wastewater samples.

The Culinary Operations training will equip students with basic skills and competencies such as food safety certification, basic knife skills, restaurant and hotel operations, and professional etiquette. The hands-on experience and certification provided by this course can be used to enhance students’ knowledge at their current job, start their career in the culinary industry, or continue with their education.

No class 4/14-4/20

Course includes a paid internship with a local business during Summer 2025.

The Hospitality Administration training will equip students with basic skills and competencies such as event coordination, restaurant and hotel operations, and professional etiquette. The hands-on experience and certification provided by this course can be used to enhance students’ knowledge at their current job, start their career in the hospitality industry, or continue with their education.

No class 4/14-4/20

Course includes a paid internship with a local business during Summer 2025.

Learn how to properly size fuses and breakers in a system, the potential danger of changing fuses to a different size, and how to properly size wire.

This course is included in the Electrical Technician program.

New York State (NYS) Department of Transportation (DOT) test for welder certification.

Through this certification, welders meet the requirements of the NYS Steel Construction Manual to work on NYSDOT projects, including bridge welding. Individuals interested in taking the DOT test should be proficient welders in the vertical and overhead positions using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process, and E7018 electrodes.

There are two types of tests. One is in the 3G vertical up position, and the other is in the 4G overhead position. They both use 1-inch-thick plate with backing using E7018 welding rod that is either 1/8” or 5/32” diameter. Welders have a time limit of four hours to complete the weld.

Welders must bring their own safety gear and welding rod.  The welding rod must be E7018 either 1/8” or 5/32”. 

This highly interactive workshop is designed to provide you with practical skills to conduct difficult (essential) conversations more effectively. You will learn four (4) essential skills used in difficult conversations: Open-Mindedness, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, and Adaptability. You will also apply the Reframe, Refocus, and Redirect framework when essential conversations don’t go “as planned.” 

Career Exploration – Let’s Try It!

Instructor: Annie Chartrand and Julie Page and JCC Alumni

Try out different careers, explore cool hands-on labs, and discover which jobs are the best fit for you in this fun and interactive session!