NYPL Blogs: Posts by Magdalene Chan

An Employer's Guide to Equal Pay

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 07:23:38 -0400

In addressing the Equal Pay Gap, the Women's Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor recently released two guides on Equal Pay, A guide to Women's Equal Pay Rights and An Employer's Guide to Equal Pay. These guides are also published in four additional languages: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and French, to meet the diverse needs of today's workforce.

The second guide, An Employer's Guide to Equal Pay breaks down the five major federal laws addressing equal pay and compensation. It also highlights tips for employers to review pay practices and where to go for help. The following information is excerpted from this guide.

Major Laws Affecting Equal Pay

There are five major federal laws addressing equal pay and compensation.

Under the Equal Pay Act, all employers must pay equal wages to women and men in the same establishment for performing substantially equal work.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) prohibits employers with at least 15 workers from discriminating against their employees on the basis of their race, color, religion, sex or national origin in all terms and conditions of their employment, including pay. Both the Equal Pay Act and Title VII are enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 clarifies that each paycheck containing discriminatory compensation is actionable under Title VII.
Executive Order 11246 prohibits federal contractors, federally-assisted construction contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment decisions, including compensation, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin, when these entities' contracts or subcontracts exceed $10,000.
The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects the rights of most private sector employees to join together, with or without a union, to improve their wages and working conditions.

Reviewing Your Pay Practices

Listen to what your managers and employees are saying.
Look at whether and how you monitor your pay practices.
Increase transparency in compensation:

You may want to consider an open pay policy. An open pay policy allows workers to know how much their colleagues are earning. Such a policy can stop speculation about pay—workers will know they are being paid fairly.
Make it clear that top performers are rewarded, which creates an incentive to work harder.
Stop meritless complaints about unequal pay.
Identify pay disparities so they can be fixed.

There is no one correct way to conduct an appropriate evaluation of compensation practices for potential discrimination. Achieving legal compliance and a truly fair and equitable compensation system cannot be reduced to a checklist. You can obtain further compliance assistance from the resources listed below.

For more information on Equal Pay, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

A Guide to Women's Equal Pay Rights

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 06:41:32 -0400

The Women’s Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor recently released two guides on Equal Pay, A Guide to Women’s Equal Pay Rights and An Employer’s Guide to Equal Pay. These guides are also published in four additional languages: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and French, to meet the diverse needs of today’s workforce.

A Guide to Women's Equal Pay Rights is designed to help working women understand their rights under certain laws that govern equal pay and compenstion. The following information is excerpted from this guide.

Know Your Rights

Women are legally entitled to equal employment opportunities, including the right to earn a paycheck that is free from unlawful bias, and, in many cases, the right to discuss their pay with colleagues.

What are my equal pay and compensation rights under federal law?

Men and women must be paid equal wages if they perform substantially the same work under the Equal Pay Act.
Your employer cannot discriminate against you on the basis of your race, color, religion, sex or national origin in any terms or conditions of your employment, including compensation, hours and benefits.
If you have received an unfair paycheck within the last 180 days, you can file discrimination charge with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
If you work for a federal contractor, Executive Order (EO) 11246 prohibits your employer from discriminating in employment decisions, including compensation, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin
Most private sector employees have the right to join together, with or without a union, to improve their wages and working conditions under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).

What can you do if you think you’re experiencing compensation discrimination?

Try to resolve the situation informally, such as meeting with your supervisor to discuss your concern.
Educate yourself about your rights
Ensure that you keep accurate records.
Check with your state or local agency that administers state or local anti-discrimination laws.
Obtain legal assistance, if necessary.

You can obtain further assistance from the resources below:

For more information on women's equal pay rights, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Closing the Equal Pay Gap: 50 Years and Counting

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:14:57 -0400

President Barack Obama officially declared Tuesday, April 9, 2013 as National Equal Pay Day. In a statement issued Monday, April 8, Obama said, "Women, who make up nearly half of our nation's workforce, face a pay gap that means they earn 23 percent less on average than men do. This disparity is even greater for African-American women and Latinas. On National Equal Pay Day, we recognize this injustice by marking how far into the new year women have to work just to make what men did in the previous one."

Latifa Lyles, acting director of the Labor Department's Women's Bureau, in her official blog of the U.S. Department of Labor, "Closing the Equal Pay Gap: 50 Years and Counting," stated, "In 2013, 50 years after the signing of the Equal Pay Act—the true parity is still elusive even though women currently make up nearly half of the workforce… For millions of working women, the gap means less income to pay for necessities like housing, clothes and food. It's less income to pay for their children's education. And it's less to go toward retirement. All of these reasons make equal pay more than just a women's issue; it impacts families, communities—the whole economy."

Latifa Lyles in her blog invites the public to join her for a Web chat this Friday, April 12, at 1 p.m. EDT to learn more about steps to close the pay gap taken by the department's Women's Bureau and its Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. The department's chief economist, Dr. Jennifer Hunt, also will be able to answer questions about current statistics and the gap's economic impact.

You can also learn about Women in the Labor Force from the February 2013 Report of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

For more information on Equal Pay Gap, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

LINK: Leveraging Innovations and our Neighborhoods in the Knowledge Economy

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:31:36 -0400

As the nation is going through an education reform to Race to the Top and Educate to Innovate, Mayor Bloomberg of the Big Apple is following suit in developing education programs inline with the national policy in general and meeting the education and employment needs of the New Yorkers in particular.

Besides developing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs in the public school system and higher education, Mayor Bloomberg is ensuring that all New Yorkers have the opportunity to succeed in the knowledge economy by building bridges to enable low-income New Yorkers to secure jobs in growing sectors that are critical to New York City's 21st century economy.

On March 25, 2013, Mayor Bloomberg and the New York City Economic Development Corporation announced the LINK (Leveraging Innovations and our Neighborhoods in the Knowledge Economy) Initiative, eight new programs designed to connect low-income New Yorkers with opportunities in the city's knowledge economy.

According to Mayor Bloomberg's office that these eight programs are designed to strengthen the skills and employability of low income New Yorkers and to foster business activity that provides employment opportunities for those with less formal training, helping to alleviate key challenges that prevent many from moving up the economic ladder.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is working with partners, including Human Resources Administration, the Center for Economic Opportunity and Small Business Services in implementing pilots of eight initiatives which serve to better connect the city's low-income residents with emerging opportunities.

LEAP, The "Learn as you Earn" Advancement Program: Seeks to increase the employability of Associate's degree and Certificate program candidates in the knowledge economy through paid work experience combined with workplace-relevant classroom learning. The program will focus on in-demand occupations and will seek to improve graduation/completion rates at community colleges. For example: A student working on their Certificate or Associate's degree in healthcare IT at CUNY's New York City College of Technology would get a paid internship (by the employer) at a technology company or financial services firm rather than working in a field unrelated to their area of study.

Immigrant Bridge Program: A program to increase the earnings potential of unemployed or underemployed, foreign-trained immigrants with advanced degrees and in-demand skills (e.g., accounting, engineering, medicine), by helping them create individualized career plans, providing them with soft skills training, and assisting with the job search process. Participants also have access to a microloan opportunity to receive $1,000–$10,000 loans for educational and/or general personal expenses incurred while pursuing a higher-paid, technical job. For example: A doctor with a degree from the Dominican Republic working in a service job would be able to complete the program and be employed as a medical researcher or radiologist, potentially earning $15,000 to $30,000 more per year.

DigitalWork NYC: Targets young adults ages 16-26 who are neither in school nor working to increase awareness of online work opportunities that allow participants to earn money completing digital tasks (e.g., transcription, image tagging, etc.), build an employment history, and create a pathway to digital employment. For example: A young adult currently not attending school or working could complete the program and develop a resume demonstrating proficiency in Microsoft Office as well as work history in the field. This now makes it more likely that the individual will find a job or internship in the technology field.

Jobs and Economic Mobility Track in NYC BigApps: Aims to create innovative "apps" to improve the lives of disadvantaged New Yorkers via technology platforms. The program will initially focus on the development of mobile applications relating to workforce opportunities (e.g., job listings) and worker support services (e.g., childcare, healthcare, transit, etc.).For example: This program will create apps that could assist a young adult looking to work in hospitality find a job in the field within a 30-minute subway ride. The program could also lead to an app that would find accommodating daycare facilities for parents looking to begin working.

NYC Business Innovation Challenge: A five-borough, dual-round competition that challenges businesses, service-providers and community groups to unlock the potential in NYC's workforce and neighborhoods by incentivizing businesses to invest in their employees. For example: A business could submit an idea to train their workers or provide ESL courses to help the workers become managers.

Vacant Lot Activation Program: Will put long-term vacant city-owned land to productive use through a variety of alternative and temporary uses. The pilot will focus on an area in Brownsville and East New York. For example: A long vacant lot in East New York could house a pop-up store in the fall, which would bring jobs to the neighborhood and help a retailer test a new market.

PROGRESS Networks: Develops consortia of small- to medium-sized business enterprises to leverage economies of scale so as to lower the cost of doing business or investing in workers. Lower costs and/or higher revenues will allow firms to provide enhanced worker benefits and services and hire more workers. For example: A Chamber of Commerce or BID could bring its members together and create a purchasing network where they can pool their buying power. These entities could purchase training for their employees or goods and services at a lower cost, thereby investing in their workers, and improving their bottom line by investing those savings into their business, leading to future growth and the hiring of more workers.

LIFT Entrepreneurship: Supports low-income entrepreneurs as they start and grow businesses by providing business incubator space, technical support, access to loans, and partnerships with local anchor institutions. The first of two LIFT sites will be located in the Norwood/Fordham area in the Bronx. For example: the program will work with local residents in the Bronx to expand their existing businesses or help individuals with business plans designed to assist these local businesses.

The above information is an announcement from the Mayor's office. Please stay tuned for further development of these programs.

For more information on free job training, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training for Medical Office Assistants

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:59:10 -0400

The City University of New York was awarded $19.86 million through the United States Department of Labor's Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant program to offer CUNY Career Path, a three–year program aimed at supporting adult students in career advancement and successful college transition, and building CUNY's capacity to serve adult workers.

Queensborough Community College receives major award from the U.S. Department of Labor for allied health career training and workforce development.

Denise Ward, Project Director and Dean for Continuing Education and Workforce Development at Queensborough Community College said, "We are thrilled to be sponsoring this unique opportunity for job-seeking New Yorkers. Well-trained and certified workers in the allied healthcare field are in demand in New York City and attainment of these skills, certifications and college degrees are a sound stepping-stone for entrée into area healthcare institutions and group doctors' office. We will be able to serve hundreds of job seekers during the next three years and hope that many displaced workers will take advantage of this essentially free offering."

Queensborough Community College is offering a Career PATH Medical Office Assistant program:

Earn 3 college credits
American Heart Association Certification
National Healthcare Association Certification

Support services available

Remedial educational programs
Career counseling
Life skills support
Job preparedness and placement
Internships

Minimum Eligibility

18 years old and up
Displaced or unemployed
New York State resident
U.S. work authorized
10th grade reading Level
High school diploma or GED
Not currently enrolled in a CUNY program
Desire to go to college (participants must take the CUNY Assessment Test)

Open House Days

Open house recruitment will be on Thursday, April 11, 2013 and Thursday, April 18, 2013, at 10 a.m. sharp, at the Chinese-American Planning Council Workforce Development Division, 165 Eldridge Street, 2nd floor New York, NY 10002.

Travel directions: Take the B, D trains to Grand Street, or take the F train to Delancy Street.

For more information, please call 212-941-0041.

The Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc., which was founded in 1965, is one of the largest non-profit providers of educational, social and community services for Asian-Americans in the U.S. As it enters the 5th decade of community service, it presents a new era of service to the world wide web community with over 70 social services and 29 locations in New York City. You can learn more about the Chinese-American Planning Council...

To learn more about CUNY Career-Path free job training programs, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

STEM: Good Jobs Now and for the Future

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:25:49 -0400

The U.S. Department of Commerce Economics and Statistics Administration recently released a report, STEM: Good Jobs Now and for the Future (PDF), that profiles U.S. employment in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.

This report is based on analysis to date from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey and Current Population Survey that provide new insights into the growing STEM workforce that is central to the U.S. economic vitality. In this report, STEM jobs are defined to include professional and technical support occupations in the fields of computer science, mathematics, engineering, and life and physical sciences.

The following is the Executive Summary of the report presented by the U.S. Department of Commerce Economics and Statistics Administration.

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workers drive our nation's innovation and competitiveness by generating new ideas, new companies and new industries. However, U.S. businesses frequently voice concerns over the supply and availability of STEM workers. Over the past 10 years, growth in STEM jobs was three times as fast as growth in non-STEM jobs. STEM workers are also less likely to experience joblessness than their non-STEM counterparts. Science, technology, engineering and mathematics workers play a key role in the sustained growth and stability of the U.S. economy, and are a critical component to helping the U.S. win the future.

In 2010, there were 7.6 million STEM workers in the United States, representing about 1 in 18 workers.
STEM occupations are projected to grow by 17.0 percent from 2008 to 2018, compared to 9.8 percent growth for non-STEM occupations.
STEM workers command higher wages, earning 26 percent more than their non-STEM counterparts.
More than two-thirds of STEM workers have at least a college degree, compared to less than one-third of non-STEM workers.
STEM degree holders enjoy higher earnings, regardless of whether they work in STEM or non-STEM occupations.

Two Appendix Tables are listed at the end of the report:

Appendix Table 1. Detailed STEM occupations and Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes
Appendix Table 2. Detailed STEM undergraduate majors.

These two tables provide important information for students and workers to prepare good jobs now and for the future. However, STEM careers are not for everyone. Please note that business, health care and social science occuaptions and majors are not included in this report. If you are not sure what kind of career to pursue, the Job Search Central blog, Resources for Choosing a Satisfying Career, will help you make an important decision in your career development.

You can learn more about STEM occuaptions and other occuaptions from the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2013, which is a publication of the U.S. Department of Labor.

You can also learn more about this career cluster, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, from O*NET, the Occupational Information Network, which provides comprehensive information on key attributes and characteristics of workers and occupations, (O*NET is created for the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration by the National Center for O*NET Development).

If you want to learn more about STEM occupations and other occupations, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

For People with Disabilities: A Ticket to Work

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:52:12 -0400

According to the U.S. Social Security Administration, more than 13 million working-age people in the U.S. receive Social Security disability benefits; that's almost one in every 15 adults. Some may consider returning to work, but have important concerns regarding health care, cash benefits, job placement and job accommodations. The good news is that Social Security's Ticket to Work program that supports career development for people with disabilities is here to help.

The following is an overview of the Ticket to Work program and how it works from the Social Security Administration.

Overview

Social Security's Ticket to Work program supports career development for people with disabilities who want to work. Social Security disability beneficiaries 18 through 64 qualify. The Ticket program is free and voluntary and exists specifically to help people with disabilities progress toward financial self-sufficiency. The Ticket program is a good fit for people who would like to improve their earning potential and who are committed to preparing for long-term success in the workforce. Ticket to Work offers beneficiaries with disabilities improved access to meaningful employment with the help of specialized providers. If you are ready to go to work, Ticket to Work Incentives professionals are available to help you.

The career development services and support you need are unique to you. The Ticket program can connect you with a variety of free employment support services that will best serve you.

The Ticket program and Work Incentives allow you to keep your benefits while you explore employment, receive vocational rehabilitation, or gain work experience. Cash benefits often continue throughout your transition to work and are eliminated only when you maintain a level of earnings, known as Substantial Gainful Activity.

How It Works

You became eligible to participate in the Ticket to Work program when you started receiving SSDI or SSI benefits based on disability. Social Security no longer sends paper tickets in the mail, but don't worry-you don't need a paper Ticket to participate. Participation in the Ticket program is free and voluntary; If you decide to participate, you can contact any authorized provider in your area to see the services they offer are right for you. These providers, called Employment Networks (ENs), offer specialized services such as career counseling, vocational rehabilitation, and job placement and training. Feel free to talk with as many ENs as you would like to see what they have to offer! You may also receive services from your local vocational rehabilitation agency and then receive ongoing services from an EN.

Work Incentives that go with the Ticket to Work Program

Work Incentives make it possible for you to explore work while receiving health care and cash benefits; they are designed to help you succeed!

You may keep your Medicaid/Medicare while you work.
You have access to individualized support services.
You can select part-time or work-from-home alternatives to help you reach your goal of financial independence.
You can try work with confidence, knowing your benefits continue during your transition period.

The Ticket to Work program is just one of many Work Incentives available to you. When you assign your Ticket to an Employment Network, you are eligible for several Work Incentives:

Trial Work Period (TWP) for SSDI recipients only.

The TWP allows you to test your ability to work for at least nine months. During your TWP, you will receive full SSDI benefits no matter how much you earn as long as your work activity is reported and you have a disabling impairment.

Expedited Reinstatement (EXR) for SSDI and SSI recipients

If your benefits stopped because of your earnings level, you can request to have your benefits reinstated without having to complete a new application. While Social Security determines your benefits reinstatement, you are eligible to receive temporary benefits for up to six months.

Protection from Medical Continuing Disability Reviews (CDR) for SSDI and SSI recipients

You will not have to undergo a medical continuing disability review (CDR) while you are participating in the Ticket to Work program.

One of the best ways to learn more about Work Incentives including the Ticket to Work program is to attend a free Work Incentives Seminar Event (WISER) online webinar. The Ticket to Work program hosts an accessible online event for you and your family to learn about Work Incentives, including Ticket to work. You can join a webinar on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Register online or call 1-866-968-7842 (V) or 1-866 -833-2967 (TTY)

If you want to learn more about Social Security's Ticket to Work program, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:02:35 -0400

Hiring Our Heroes, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, was launched in March 2011 as a nationwide initiative to help veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment working with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's network of 1600 state and local chambers and other strategic partners for the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Visit the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation site to learn more.

The following information is from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair, sponsored by Capital One and Toyota, will take place on March 27, 2013, at the 69th Regiment Armory. This fair is a unique FREE hiring fair for employers and members of our military community — veterans, active duty servicemembers, members of the guard and reserves, and military spouse job seekers.

Job seekers are encouraged to show up early. From 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., we will be raffling off (5) $100 Banana Republic Gift cards and (5) Google Chromebooks (MSRP $249) to all of the early-bird job seekers at 6:45 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. You must come before 7:30 a.m. to be eligible to win. We will also have a number of exciting tools, including a “Personal Branding” Resume Builder available for all job seekers to use. NBC’s Today Show and WNBC will be covering the hiring fair live starting at 6:00 a.m.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce 's Hiring Our Heroes event is sponsored by Capital One and Toyota and co-sponsored locally by the New York National Guard, Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, NYS Department of Labor, NYC Department of Small Business Services, the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR), the U. S. Department of Labor's Veterans Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, The American Legion, and NBC News.

March 27, 2013

Registration opens at 6:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
69th Regiment Armory
68 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10010
For more information: Please contact: CSM (Ret) Robert VanPelt, at Robert.w.vanpelt@us.army.mil or 518-786-4605.

Registration

Not accepting Educational Institutions registration at this time.
If you need assistance registering, please contact us at hiringourheroes@uschamber.com or 202-463-5807.

Event Flyer (PDF)

Employer List as of 22 February (PDF)

New York City Employment Workshop - GE Veterans Network Transition Assistance Program

The employment workshop consists of a classroom session followed by GE's own veteran employees conducting one-on-one mentoring sessions with all pre-registered participants. Mentoring sessions focus on resume building, resume writing, and interviewing techniques for all job-seeking veteran and service member participants.

Interested candidates must complete the FREE electronic pre-registration in order to participate. A maximum of 50 participants will be accepted for the full workshop. Once the pre-registered candidates have their coaching sessions, the opportunity may be available for “walk ins” to have a coaching session through the end of the Fair (depending on availability). Please sign up here.

Online Tools for Veterans and Spouses

Hiring Our Heroes has launched an online partnership with Military.com to complement our face to face hiring fair efforts across the country. Veterans can get help writing resumes and interview tips; translating military skills, experience, and training into related civilian careers; and finding current lists of employment opportunities with military-friendly employers. More information.

If you want to learn more about the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Hiring our Heroes Job Fair, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training: Allied Health Career Pipeline Program

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:35:37 -0400

Hostos Community College's Department of Continuing Education and Professional Studies of the City University of New York (CUNY) was awarded a Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families to operate an enhanced allied health training and internship program, which is to be located at Hostos' main campus in the south Bronx and the satellite campus in Upper Manhattan.

The Hostos Allied Health Career Pipeline program will train over 900 public assistance recipients and other low-income individuals over the five-year project period.

Hostos is currently recruiting for the following courses:

Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
Community Health Workers
Pharmacy Technicians
New York State Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs)
Health Information Technology
Hemodialysis Technicians

Eligibility Requirements

Program participation will require that you must:

Be at least 18 years of age
Pass a background check and drug screen
Have an aptitude, experience and /or strong interest in health care in allied health
Meet income eligibility requirements
Meet minimum education and English language requirements (High School Diploma/GED preferred)
Provide proof that you can legally work in the United States
Provide documentation to determine eligibility
Be able to attend, fully participate, and successfully complete all aspects of the program

Intake and Assessment

In addition to meeting the above eligibility requirements, student candidates:

Take a TABE Test in Reading and Math to meet educational levels for specific courses
Complete and submit medical and drug clearance forms
Participate in the intake conference session

For more information, please call (718) 664-2537

The Pipeline program will also offer health-career contextualized GED exam preparation for individuals who do not have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Participants will receive supportive services that include case management, childcare, transportation assistance, examination preparation courses, tutoring, enhanced career-focused internships, and job placement and retention assistance.

The emphasis of the Pipeline program is to encourage participants to focus on long-term career goals. Graduate of the Pipeline Program will receive career and academic counseling for admission to Hostos' LPN certificate and allied health career associate degree programs.

Hostos Community college is at 500 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451.

For more free job training programs, please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training in Cable Installation

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:41:59 -0400

Brooklyn Workforce Innovations (BWI) helps unemployed and underemployed New Yorkers establish careers in sectors that offer good wages and opportunities for advancement.

Currently BWI offers free job training programs in four industries: telecommunications cable installation, skilled woodworking, TV and film production, and commercial driving.

Brooklyn Networks is an exciting and challenging telecommunications cable installation program that allows its students to earn an internationally recognized certificate — BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) with hands-on training.

Brooklyn Networks is a 6 week intensive hands-on-training program that will help you start a career in the field of network cable installation.
Cable Technicians install the lines that run behind walls and ceilings that are hooked up to computers, telephones, security systems, A/V equipment and broadcast cable.
Job placement assistance is available so you can put your new skills to work.

To be eligible you must meet all of the following criteria:

Live in New York City & be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
21 years or older
Have a clean, valid NY State Driver's License (If you do not have one, New York Drives is another free program for you provided by Brooklyn Workforce Innovations)
Pass a drug test and be physically fit/able to lift 70 lbs
Able to attend class Monday-Friday 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Classes are held on the New York City College of Technology campus
Be unemployed, have a low income or receive public assistance

BWI welcomes individuals with past criminal convictions to apply.

Brooklyn Networks graduates are trained in a custom-built lab located at New York City Technical College. Seasoned telecommunications professionals teach the course, providing both technical expertise and a "real–world" atmosphere throughout the training. To receive their certificate, students must pass rigorous written and hands-on examinations.

Brooklyn Networks graduates are certified through the internationally recognized BICSI curriculum. BICSI serves 20,000 member companies, including firms in every U.S. state and 75 countries around the world. A recent survey of 1,000 end-users of cabling systems revealed that 48% of them preferred that their technicians be BICSI certified — the highest score of any certification in the survey.

Companies employing Brooklyn Networks graduates include: Cable Vision, Cables and Chips, Netversant, New York University, Nycom, TekSystems, Time Warner Cable, and Uni-Tel technologies.

You can learn more about Brooklyn Networks by attending an orientation. You will also be given a reading and math test.

Brooklyn Networks Cable Installation Training Program is recruiting for its March class. In order to be eligible for the March class, you must attend the orientation on Tuesday, March 19 at 10 a.m. sharp (No RSVP required).

Orientations are held every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. sharp at Brooklyn Networks for all future classes.

Brooklyn Networks is at 621 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

Accessible by the R Train to Union Street. From Union Street Station go 2 blocks down 4th towards the clock tower and make a left on Degraw Street, or the 2, 3, 4, 5, N, B, D, Q Trains to Atlantic Avenue/Barclays Center. From Atlantic Avenue/Barclays Center station go 8 blocks down 4th and make a right onto Degraw Street.

For more information call 718-237-2017 ext. 149 or ext. 182.

You can learn about line installers and repairers from the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012-2013.

The following information is important qualities of line installers and repairers from the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012-2013:

Color vision. Workers who handle electrical wires and cables must be able to distinguish colors because the wires and cables are often color coded.
Mechanical skills. Line installers and repairers must have the knowledge and skills to repair or replace complex electrical and telecommunications lines and equipment.
Physical strength. Line installers and repairers must be strong enough to lift heavy tools, cables, and equipment on a regular basis.
Stamina. Line installers and repairers often must climb poles and work at great heights with heavy tools and equipment. Therefore, these workers must be able to be physically active for long periods without tiring.
Teamwork. Because workers often rely on their fellow crew members for the safety, teamwork is critical.
Technical skills. Line installers use sophisticated diagnostic equipment on circuit breakers, switches, and transformers. They must be familiar with electrical systems and the appropriate tools needed to fix and maintain them.
Troubleshooting skills. Line installers and repairers must be able to diagnose problems in increasingly complex electrical systems and telecommunication lines workers who drive company vehicles usually need a commercial driver's license.

If you want to learn more about line installers and repairers or other kinds of occupations please visit the Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training in Woodworking

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 08:30:13 -0400

Are you an unemployed or underemployed New Yorker who has some experience or skill working with your hands? Do you have a desire for a career in a wood-related trade? If so, attend an orientation to get more information and to apply.

Brooklyn Woods is a program of Brooklyn Workforce Innovations (BWI) which helps low-income New Yorkers establish careers in different job sectors which include voice and data telecommunications cable installation, woodworking and cabinetmaking, TV and film production and commercial driving.

Brooklyn Woods trains individuals in the basics of woodworking, preparing them for entry-level jobs in woodwork and related fields. Upon successful completion of the program job placement assistance is provided.

This free 7-week, full time training course (Mon-Fri From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) includes instructions in:

The proper use of hand tools, power tools and woodworking machinery
An introduction to finishing and sanding, veneering, wood identification, and read shop drawings
How to cut, machine, sand and assemble a cabinet
Shop math and measurement
Comprehensive safety training including a 10-hour OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) course
Soft skills training to aid in getting and keeping employment
Job placement assistance (for successful graduates)

To be Eligible Applicants MUST:

Have minimal or some experience working with wood or as a laborer, as a carpenter's helper, in a trade or working with your hands.
Have a strong interest in working in woodworking or a related field as a career
Be unemployed or underemployed
Be able to attend class Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 7 weeks
Be 21 years or older
Resident of NYC; Eligible to work in the U.S.
Be physically fit/able to lift 70 lbs.
Pass an 8th grade reading test and 6th grade math test

Individuals receiving food stamps and/or with criminal justice issues are highly encouraged to apply.

Next cycle free job training in woodworking will begin in late March 2013. The next two orientations are on Wednesday, March 13th at 10 a.m. and Wednesday, March 20th at 10 a.m.

Call 718-389-3636 to confirm but you do not need to RSVP or pre-register.

Brooklyn Woods free job training in woodworking runs 5 cycles per year. Orientations are held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. for future cycles.

Please bring Photo ID and be prepared to spend about 3 hours at the facility. You will fill out an application, receive detailed information about the program, tour the state-of-the art workshop, and complete reading, math and measurement tests.

Location: 125 8th Street (Between 2nd and 3rd Avenue) in Brooklyn.

Subway: Take R Train to 9th Street or F/G Trains to 4th Avenue. Walk north on 4th Avenue to 8th Street and make a left. Walk down 8th Street, cross 3rd Avenue and continue until you see a gray metal door marked125. Ring the buzzer for Brooklyn Woods which is located on the 2nd floor.

Car drivers: please note that street parking is extremely difficult to find on 8th Street and the surrounding blocks.

For information, please contact Toby Gardner, Program Coordinator 718-389-3636 X12 or email tgardner@bwiny.org

Please note that according to the Employment Projections 2010-2020 of the Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is a projected rapid job growth for carpenters. Helpers and carpenters are also listed as the Fastest Growing Occuaptions.

You can learn more about woodworkers from the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012-2013:

The following are important qualities for woodworkers from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Detail oriented. Woodworkers must pay attention to details to be certain that the products meet specifications and to keep themselves safe.
Dexterity. Woodworkers must make precise cuts with a variety of saws, so they need a steady hand and good hand-eye coordination.
Math skills. Knowledge of basic math and computer skills are important, particularly for those who work in manufacturing, where technology continues to advance. Woodworkers need to understand geometry to visualize how the wood pieces will fit together to make a 3-dimensional object, such as a cabinet or a piece of furniture.
Mechanical skills. Modern technology systems require woodworkers be able to use programmable devices, computers, and robots on the factory floor.
Physical strength. Woodworkers must be strong enough to lift bulky and heavy sheets of wood, such as plywood.
Stamina. The ability to endure long periods of standing and repetitious movements is crucial for woodworkers, as they often stand for extended periods when manufacturing parts and products.
Technical skills. Woodworkers must be able to understand blueprints and technical manuals for a range of products and machines.
Troubleshooting skills. To avoid unnecessary and costly waste, woodworkers must recognize mistakes during the manufacturing or finishing process.

You can also learn about carpenters from the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012-2013.

For more information on woodworking or other kinds of occupations please visit Job Search Central at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

USPTO Patent Examiner Recruiters at CCNY College-Wide Career Fair

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 09:04:48 -0500

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the Federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. In doing this, the USPTO fulfills the mandate of Article 1, Section 8, Clause 8, of the constitution that the Executive branch "promote the progress of science and the useful arts by securing for limited times to inventors the exclusive right to their respective disscoveries." The USPTO registers trademarks based on the Commerce Clause of the Constitution (Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3).

Under this system of protection, American industry has flourished. New products have been invented, new uses for old ones discovered, and employment opportunities created for millions of Americans. To learn more...

You can learn more about USPTO from the Best Places to Work in the Federal Government 2012 Rankings.

The following is USPTO Patent Examiner Recruitment infomation at the City College of New York, CUNY:

From March 7-9, representatives from USPTO's Patent Corps will be at the City College of New York (CCNY), City University of New York, to meet with and identify talented people in the region eligible to apply for patent examiner positions.

Thursday, March 7, 12 noon-4 p.m.
CCNY Career Fair at Shepard Hall
USPTO representatives will talk with qualifying students and alumni about patent examiner job duties and benefits. The Fair is free for job seekers from all areas. More information.

Thursday, March 7, 5-6 p.m.
USPTO information session providing more information about the patent examiner positions and the agency. Details available at the USPTO table at the Career Fair.

Friday, March 8, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday, March 9, 8:30 a.m.-12 noon
Information sessions and interviews with USPTO Recruiters for patent examiner positions. The agency is seeking Patent Examiners in the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer Engineering. To guarantee a 30-minute interview slot, individuals must register here, otherwise slots will be granted on a first come, first served basis.

For more information on the United States Patent and Trademark Examiner Recruitment, please visit Job Search Central, Science, Industry and Business Library at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Job Searching in the Digital Age for Older Adults: Classes at OATS

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 06:12:10 -0500

Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) presents Computer Classes for Older Adults at the Senior Planet Exploration Center at 127 West 25th Street.

Classes are free of charge and all those 60 and over are welcome to sign up.

Classes run for five weeks and meet every Tuesday and Thursday.

February 26th – March 28th 1:30 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

To sign up for classes, please stop in or call 646-590-0615.

Job Searching in the Digital Age

In this course students learn the skills and techniques necessary to seek paid or volunteer employment in the “digital age.”

Students will define and create goals for their own job search, learn how to present themselves safely and appropriately online, and how to navigate trusted online sources for job and opportunity listings.

Participants will be guided through complicated issues unique to older adults who are looking for employment — for example, how to earn an income without losing benefits and how to protect one’s self against ageism in the workforce.

Older Adults Technology Services (OATS): Mission and Vision

Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that harnesses the power of technology to change the way we age.

Technology can only reach its full potential when older adults hold a stake in its development and distribution. OATS training and support, online services, and community-building programs empower older adults to thrive as individuals and membes of society. OATS achieves extraordinary outcomes with older adults, improving their social engagement, health and well-being, financial security, and opportunities for social activism, creative expression and life-long learning.

Aging Well in the Digital Age

Digital technology holds the promise of enriching our lives, strengthening our communities, and improving our health care and services. But for millions of older Americans, technology and the Internet are sources of anxiety and confusion-barriers to participation in the social and economic mainstream rather than resources for independent living. OATS is committed to maximizing the power of technology to help older adults live healthier, more connected, socially engaged lives.

To learn more about Job Searching in the Digital Age, please visit Job Search Central, Science, Industry and Business Library at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training in Hospitality

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 07:59:00 -0500

Looking for a career in hospitality?

The Chinese-American Planning Council, Workforce Development Division, provides a free training program in hospitality careers.

The curriculum for this program is from the American Hotel and Lodging Association which is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry, including individual hotel property members, hotel companies, students and faculty members, and industry suppliers.

This is a 10-week training program, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

This training program includes:

Introduction to hospitality industry
Organization and structure of hotel
Communication skills
Job readiness skills

Participants will learn the skills needed to obtain various types of entry-level jobs in a hotel such as:

Room Attendant
Houseman
Kitchen Stewards

Average salary is $13.66 per hour

There will be job placement assistance for graduates.

Minimum Eligibility

18 years old and up
8th grade reading level
U.S. work authorized
High School Diploma/ GED preferred

How to apply

In order to apply, you must attend an orientation which is held every Monday at 9:30 am at 165 Eldridge Street, 2nd floor, New York, NY 10002

Travel directions: Take B/D train to Grand Street or F train to Delancy Street.

No one will be admitted to enter after this time.

For more information, please call Chinese-American Planning Council, Workforce Development Division at 212-941-0041.

If you want to learn more about free job training programs, please visit Job Search Central, Science, Industry and Business Library at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training in Construction Trades

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 07:19:24 -0500

Are you looking for a career in the construction trade?

The Chinese-American Planning Council, Workforce Development Division, Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program can get you there!

Construction Pre-Apprenticeship is an intensive 17-week training program whose graduates go on to work in the construction trades, including carpentry, sheet metal, electrical, environmental assessment, and lead and asbestos abatement.

Certifications can include Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA 10), 40-hour Hazardous waste worker, CPR, scaffold and much more…
Training, transportation, and licensing fees are provided at no cost to you.
Average salary per hour $16.
Job Placement Assistance for graduates.

Eligibility Requirements:

Able to perform 8 hours of physical labor each day
Travel to job sites throughout the city every day
Between 18-25 years old
An American Citizen or Naturalized Immigrant
Have a valid State ID card or Drivers License
Able to pass a math and reading test at the 8th grade level
Possess a High School Diploma or GED at the time of application
Be unemployed and/or have a low income
Able to attend class Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm for 17 weeks

How to apply:

In order to apply, you must attend an orientation which is held Every Monday at 9:30 am at 165 Eldridge Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10002.

Travel directions: Take B/D train to Grand Street or F train to Delancey Street.

No one will be admitted to enter after that time.

At Orientation you MUST have the following documents with you:

Birth Certificate/Citizenship Status
Social Security Card
Valid State Identitication
Proof of Address
Proof of Income
High School Diploma/GED

For more information, please call Chinese-American Planning Council at 212-941-0041.

If you want to learn more about free job training programs, please visit Job Search Central, Science Industry and Business Library online or in person at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Red Flags for Email Scams

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 07:50:37 -0500

Job search on the Internet is convenient; however, job seekers have to be extra careful with job offerings which arrive in email unsolicited.

The New York State Department of Labor has prepared the following information to alert job seekers to be cautious with their Email job search.

Red Flags for Email Scams

Many credible businesses now use online sites such as Facebook and Craigslist to recruit new employees. Conducting your job search on the Internet is convenient and popular in today's job market.

However, dishonest individuals may try to draw you into an email. Be wary of any unwanted emails you may receive claiming that a company is interested in your resume.

If you receive an email that fits any one of these criteria, chances are it is a scam. Beware if the email:

Does not greet you by name
Is from an individual or web site you do not recognize
Does not include information about a specific job opening
Offers a job that appears "too good to be true"
Mentions vague "we have thousands of jobs" or "we work with major companies"
Mentions seeing your resume on a site where you did not post it
Does not say where the sender saw your resume
Links to a web site that looks professional, but lacks any details as to
- Who is running the company
- Other companies they have worked with
- Where the company is located
- Company contact information
Offers to sell you a "starter kit" or something similar
Mentions paying you via bank account transfers

If you get involved in any of these schemes, your identity may be stolen or your bank account drained. You could be charged with a crime or series of crimes — even if you participate without knowing it is a crime.

Tips for Avoiding Email Scams

Limit the amount of personal information you provide to employers. No credible employer should ever ask you for bank account numbers, credit card numbers, mother's maiden name, or other identifying traits before hiring you.
Protect your Social Security Number. Some genuine employers do ask for your SSN on an online application, but as a general rule, never provide you SSN, especially in combination with credit card information. This can lead to identity theft.
Keep good records of sites where you post your resume. Delete it from those sites after your job search is complete.
Reply to jobs directly without using a third party. Post your resume directly on the web site of the company that posted the job.
Use resume privacy options. Many job sites allow customers to hide contact information and to control who contacts them.

Steps for Victims of Email Job Scams

Report the company name, job posting, and all contact names to he job site where the scam was posted.
Close all email addresses linked to the scam.
If you provided bank account information, close all accounts at the bank where the scam took place.

Victims of Internet fraud may also file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), a partnership of the FBI, National White Collar Crime Center, and the Bureau of Justice Assistance.

For more information on Email job scams, please visit Job Search Central online or in person at 188 Madison Street and 34th Street.

Looking For Employment? FEMA is Hiring

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 04:27:27 -0500

In the aftermath of the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is hiring local employees to help with the recovery of many communities impacted by the storm.

For more information or to apply for temporary positions, go to:

New York State Job Bank website:

newyork.us.jobs

Insert the word FEMA in the keyword search box to access FEMA’s job postings.

FEMA provides equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation and parental status.

There are hundreds of FEMA jobs in New York, NY (within 25 miles), below listed the first 30 of the job openings:

CIO Advisory PSI Disaster Recovery Manager (New York, NY)
CIO Advisory PSI Disaster Recovery Manager (Florham Park, NJ)
CIO Advisory PSI Disaster Recovery Manager (New York, NY)
CIO Advisory PSI Disaster Recovery Manager (Florham Park, NJ)
Crisis Counselor (White Plains, NY)
FEMA Disaster Assistance General Planner (Edison, NJ)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Scientist (Edison, NJ)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Cost Estimator (Edison NJ)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Technical Specialist (Edison, NJ)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Engineer (Edison, NJ)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Construction Specialist (Edison, NJ)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Architect (Edison, NJ)
Insurance Specialist (Forest Hills, NY)
Administrative Assistant to Equal Rights (Forest Hills, NY)
Logistics Specialist (Courier) (Forest Hills, NY)
Administrative Assistant to Mitigation (Forest Hills, NY)
External Affairs Program Liaison (Forest Hills, NY)
Media Relations Specialist (Korean) (forest Hills, NY)
Technical Specialist Engineer ll (Project Management) (Forest Hills, NY)
Architect (Forest Hills, NY)
Administrative / Resource (Forest Hills, NY)
Warehouse Clerk (Lake Success) (Forest Hills, NY)
Administrative Staff Assistant to IT (Forest Hills, NY)
Administrative Specialist (Forest Hills, NY)
Logistics Administrative Aid (Forest Hills, NY)
Logistics Specialist (Mail Room Specialist) (Forest Hills, NY)
External Affairs LEP/ACN Specialist-Strategic Messaging (Forest Hills, NY)
Media Relations Specialist (Russian) (Forest Hills, NY)
Project Specialist (Forest Hills, NY)
Photographer (Forest Hills, NY)

Please go to the above listed link, newyork.us.jobs, for more job listings.

For more information on FEMA Employment, please visit Job Search Central online, or visit the Science, Industry and Business Library at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Education and Employment: Online Diploma Mills

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 06:02:44 -0500

In an environment of globalization, economic volatility and rapid advancement of technologies, the American world of work is evolving with an upward spiral of academic requirements and qualifications. In preparing for the 21st century workplace, an increasing number of students are enrolling in both public and private higher education institutions. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, education pays.

The U.S. higher education industry is growing at a tremendous rate especially with distance learning and online professional studies for students of all ages. Some higher education institutions provide an education with a solid intellectual grounding to meet the needs of the nation's workforce. However, some educational institutions, especially online, are actually diploma mills that offer degrees of deception.

Claire Rosenzweig, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Metropolitan New York, states that "Education is one of the keys to advancing in life and having a diploma or advanced degree can certainly make a difference when it comes to getting into college or landing a higher-paying job. While the Internet facilitates learning through online curriculum, it also makes it easier for scammers to shill their phony high school diplomas and college degrees."

The following information on online diploma mills is from the Federal Trade Commission Consumer Alert, USA.gov.

Diploma Mills: Degrees of Deception

Are you ever tempted by an ad claiming you can "earn a college degree based on life experience"? Don't be, say attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), America's consumer protection agency. Chances are good that the ad is for a "diploma mill," a company that offers "degrees" or certificates for a flat fee, requires little course work, if any, and awards degrees based solely on life experience.

Most employers and educational institutions consider it lying if you claim academic credentials that you didn't earn through actual course work, Federal officials say it's risky behavior. If you use a so-called "degree" from a diploma mill to apply for a job or promotion, you risk not getting hired, getting fired, and in some cases, prosecution.

Diploma mills may claim to be "accredited." Colleges and universities accredited by legitimate organizations undergo a rigorous review of the quality of their educational programs. Although many diploma mills claim to be "accredited," their accreditation is from a bogus, but official-sounding agency that they created. You can use the Internet to check if a school is accredited by a legitimate organization at the database of accredited academic institutions posted by the U.S. Department of education at www.ope.ed.gov/accrediation or at the council for Higher Education Accreditation database at www.chea.org/search. (There are a few legitimate institutions that have not pursued accreditation.)

Look out for sound-alikes. Some diploma mills take on names that are very similar to well-known colleges or universities; a "dot edu" Web address is no guarantees of legitimacy, either. Keep in mind that some diploma mills use credit-sounding foreign names. Researching the legitimacy of a foreign school can be a challenge, but is clearly worth the time. If you're having a tough time checking out a particular school, call the registrar of a local college or university and ask if it would accept transfer credits from the school you are considering.

So how can you tell the institution you're thinking about is legitimate? Here are some tell-tale signs of a diploma mill:

No studies, No Exams. Get a Degree for Your Experience. Diploma mills grant degrees for "work or life experience" alone . Accredited colleges may give a few credits for specific experience pertinent to a degree program, but not an entire degree.
No Attendance. Legitimate colleges or universities, including online schools, require substantial course work.
Flat Fee. Many diploma mills charge on a per-degree basis. Legitimate colleges charge by the credit course, or semester, not a flat fee for an entire degree.
No Waiting. Operations that guarantee a degree in a few days, weeks, or even months aren't legitimate. If an advertisement promises that you can earn a degree very quickly, it's probably a diploma mill.
Click Here To Order Now! Some diploma mills push themselves through aggressive sales tactics.
Accredited colleges don't use a spam or high-pressure telemarketing to market themselves. Some diploma mills also advertise in newspapers, magazines, and on the web.
Advertising Through Spam or Pop-Ups. If the school caught your attention through an unsolicited email or pop-up advertisement, it may be a diploma mill. Legitimate institutions, including distance learning programs, won't advertise through spam or pop-ups.

For more information on education and employment, please visit Job Search Central online or in person at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Putting America to Work: TAACCCT

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 06:52:22 -0400

In 2009, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act amended the Trade Act of 1974 to authorize the Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) Grant Program. Then, on March 30, 2010, President Barack Obama signed the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act, which included $2 billion over four years to fund the TAACCCT program.

TAACCCT provides community colleges and other eligible institutions of higher education with funds to expand and improve their ability to deliver education and career training programs that can be completed in two years or less, are suited for workers who are eligible for training under the TAA for Workers program, and prepare program participants for employment in high-wage, high-skill occupations. Through these multi-years, the Department of Labor is helping to ensure that our nation’s institutions of higher education are helping adults succeed in acquiring the skills, degrees, and credentials needed for high-wage, high-skill employment while also meeting the needs of employers for skilled workers. The Department of Labor is implementing the TAACCCT program in partnership with the Department of Education.

The above information is from the United States Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration. www.doleta.gov/taaccct/

The City University of New York was awarded $19.86 million through the United States Department of Labor’s Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant program to offer CUNY Career PATH, a three-year program aimed at supporting adult students in career advancement and successful college transition, and building CUNY’s capacity to serve adult workers

CUNY Career PATH programs are being held at several CUNY campuses, depending on the industry sector. The colleges include:

Bronx Community College

Early Childhood Education

La Guardia Community College

Community Health Workers
Emergency Medical Technicians

Kingsborough Community College

Hostos Community College

Community Health Workers

Queensborough Community College

Medical Office Assistants

Borough of Manhattan Community College

New York City College of Technology

Green Advanced Manufacturing

College of Staten Island

Business and Entrepreneurship

Community colleges and other eligible job training institutions funded by the Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training Grant are playing an important role in reshaping America’s job training programs and strengthening the nation’s workforce.

For more information on free job training programs, please visit Job Search Central online or in person at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.

Free Job Training for Emergency Medical Technicians

Magdalene Chan, Science, Industry and Business Library — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 06:30:00 -0400

CUNY CareerPATH is a low to no-cost program supporting adult workers without jobs and adult workers looking to advance their careers by providing opportunities to earn both industry-recognized credentials and college credits and to find jobs in one of five sectors: Business, Education, Food Service and Hospitality, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.

In order to ensure career advancement and successful college transition, CUNY CareerPATH participants are given career-focused academic and English language skills instruction, occupational training leading to industry-recognized credentials and college credits, academic advisement, career coaching and employment assistance.

The Borough of Manhattan Community College at the City University of New York is offering an Emergency Medical Technician program which is a short term training program that prepares students to take the New York State EMT certification examination.

The program is given during the day and/or evening and is 28 weeks in length (day class meets 2 days a week) or 16 weeks (evening class meets 4 times per week).

The training is both lecture and practical skills lab based. Students will receive lecture based instruction, and will also be given hands on skills instruction to be able to pass the practical section of the New York State EMT exam.

Some required skills training are:

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
Taking Vitals
Hemorrhage Control
Neck/Spinal Immobilization
Patient Transport

Some of the topics covered are:

Anatomy and Physiology
Pharmacology
Shock and Resuscitation
Trauma
Emergency Child Birth
Geriatric Emergencies
Terrorism and Disaster Response
Patient Assessment
Psychiatric Emergencies
Respiratory Emergencies

There is a total of 39 chapters in the Textbook each covering a different topic/emergency.

Students will sit for 206 hours of instruction prior to being eligible to sit for the NYS EMT exam.

Students MUST maintain a minimum of a 75% average for all tests, quizzes and final exam before they are considered eligible to take the EMT exam.

All applicants must meet the requirements for grant funding and pass the state required physical tests.

New York State Physical Requirements

Stair climb — 3.5 minutes on a stair-climber at a predetermined rate of speed while wearing a 40 pound weight vest, you can’t hold onto the hand rails. You must pass this exam to be able to move on to the next exam.
Arm Pull — on a resistance bar a full force for 3 seconds, repeat 3 times.
Arm Endurance — peddle an arm ergometer (hand bike) with your arms for three minutes at your maximum speed.
Leg Lift — you will exert maximum force with your legs by squatting and pulling up on a resistance bar to measure leg strength, repeat test 3 times.

Eligibility

18 years old or older
GED/HS diploma
Legal to work in the US
Unemployed/Underemployed
Valid Driver License

Contact

Wayne Carey 212-346-8428 wcarey@bmcc.cuny.edu
Sandra Baez 212-346-8425 sbaez@bmcc.cuny.edu

For more information on free job training programs, please visit Job Search Central online or in person at 188 Madison Avenue and 34th Street.