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Welcome to the Center for Workforce Development Open Enrollment Business Courses.

Feel free to browse our listing of courses and when you have decided, follow the directions on how to register.

If the course has started, email cwd@ncc.edu for information on the next scheduled course

Be sure to visit our web site at Center for Workforce Development . 

 
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Fee: $250.00
    Dates: 4/26/2025 - 5/10/2025
    Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Days: Sa
    Sessions: 3
    Instructor:

    This course is for workforce professionals across various industries, who want to utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to boost productivity, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making. You will explore major AI platforms, such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot and more. You will gain practical insights into how these tools can be applied to real-world workforce tasks such as project management, customer service, data analytics, and more, and you can immediately start implementing new tools.

    Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on exercises, you will learn how to customize AI platforms to automate repetitive tasks, analyze large datasets, and drive innovation. By learning the role of AI in workforce transformation, you will be better prepared to navigate the rapidly changing job market and improve the efficiency of your workflows or teams. You will feel more prepared for changes in the future.

    For more information, click on Artificial Intelligence or email cwd@ncc.edu.

     


    This section will be condutcted vitually by ZOOM. 
     
 

  • Certificate in Professional Human Resources Management
  • Fee: $1,300.00
    Item Number: 30279
    Dates: 1/29/2025 - 4/30/2025
    Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 13
    Instructor:
    This class is in session. Email cwd@ncc.edu to inquire about  the next section.

    CERTIFICATE IN PROFESSIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT(SHRM-CP®/SHRM-SCP®) EARN THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER CREDENTIAL INTHE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PROFESSION!

    Earning your SHRM®credential makes you a recognized expert and leader in the Human Resources (HR) field as well as avaluable asset to your organization. HR teams are assuming increasing responsibilities in managing diverse staff and workplaces as well as setting strategic direction. SHRM®’s global HR credentials provide you tangible recognition and prepare you for advancement. SHRM® certification is applicable across industries, geographic borders, job responsibilities, and career levels. SHRM® certifications directly link to on-the-job scenarios and realistic work situations.

    As the industry leader in HR professional development, SHRM® has supported more than 100,000 employers representing 115 million employees worldwide. Earning the SHRM-CP® / SHRM-SCP® will allow you to strengthen your HR body of knowledge andprovide you an industry-recognized credential of your HR competencies.

    Our program is open to anyone who wants to attend.  However, if you are seeking certification, please review SHRM®’s exam eligibility requirements at:  SHRM certification.

     Included in the course fee is the required text and access to SHRM® online resources. The exam fee is not included.

    This is a SYNCHRONOUS CLASS (ZOOM) with ONLINE WORK.

    For more information, click on  SHRM® Exam Prep at NCC or email cwd@ncc.edu.

     


    This course is no longer taking registrations.  Please email cwd@ncc.edu for information on the next section. 

     
 

  • Certified Associate in Project Management
  • Fee: $795.00
    Item Number: 30278
    Dates: 2/6/2025 - 5/15/2025
    Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 13
    Instructor:
    This class is in session. Email cwd@ncc.edu to inquire about  the next section.

    This course has been updated to cover topics included in the 2023 Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) exam, an entry-level certification. This course is instructor-led in the classroom.

    This course will cover Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts, Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies, Agile Frameworks/Methodologies, and Business Analysis Frameworks. 

    A textbook/software bundle based on the  Rita Mulcahy’s 2023 CAPM® Exam Prep book and CAPM Exam Simulator is required for this course at extra cost.  he exam is an addional cost.

    Students are expected to read and study during the course as well as to create a plan for study,as after the course to properly prepare for the CAPM®exam. Students will need a computer and internet access. Students completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion from Nassau Community College.

    For more information on the CAPM® exam, please visit PMI CAPM Certification

    More information on this course can also be found on our flyer at CWD CAPM  or email cwd@ncc.edu


    This course is no longer taking registrations.  Please email cwd@ncc.edu for information on the next section. 

     
 

  • Employment Readiness
  • Fee: $450.00
    Item Number: 30280
    Dates: 2/18/2025 - 4/3/2025
    Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Days: Tu Th
    Sessions: 12
    Instructor:
    This class is in session. Email cwd@ncc.edu to inquire about  the next section.

    Are you ready to pursue and gain success in a new job and career? Employment Readiness is designed to provide students the knowledge and skills for successes in many kinds of workplace settings. Key topics include:

    • Computer Literacy: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, data and graphing.

    • Cultural Competency: diversity and inclusion, unconscious bias, and cross-cultural communications.

    • Professional Skills: listening skills, conflict management, meeting management, and project management.

    • Job Search Skills: resume preparation, cover and thank you letters, interviewiing skils.

    This course which aligns with common industry expectations has 36 hours of instructor-led sessions as well as practice and hands-on-skills.

    More Information on this course can also be found on our flyer at CWD CAPMMore Information on this course can also be found on our flyer at CWD CAPMMore information on this course cound be found on our flyer at Employment Readiness.


    This course is no longer taking registrations.  Please email cwd@ncc.edu for information on the next section. 

     
 

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