Hofstra University Entrepreneurial Assistance Program

Join Hofstra University and explore the opportunity of starting and expanding your own business. Workshops will provide you with the "nuts and bolts" skills required to operate and grow a successful business. You will also receive training and counseling that will enable you to complete a business plan. A FREE Information Session will be held on Wed., March 1st at 6 PM.  The Entrepreneurial Assistance Program Workshops will run from March 13th- May 15th Monday & Wednesday from 6-9 PM. For more information please visit http://www.hofstra.edu/community/bdc/bdc_prog_ced.html.  Please contact April.Jones@hofstra.edu or (516) 463-5850 for more information.  Scholarships available for Veterans & Nassau Community College Alumni.

Long Island Career Fair March 13th

Are you looking for a job? Are you tired of sending resumes left and right and never getting an answer? If you are, dress in your best professional clothes, bring resumes and visit our Long Island Career Fair on Monday, March 13th from 11-2 pm at the Melville Marriott Long Island. You will have the opportunity to meet top employers and to interview for several positions during the course of the day, meeting the people who make the hiring decisions. You will save a lot of time since there will be no need to craft a customized personal statement for each company you visit. You’ll be able to tell them why you wish to work for them, and you’ll have the chance to sell yourself. Admission is FREE. Complimentary on-site parking.

HUFSD Spring 2017 Adult Education Program

All COURSES may be registered by mail and will be filled in order that forms and checks are received. Mail-in registration must arrive prior to the first class. In-Person registration is on Wed., Feb. 8th from 6-9 PM in the Huntington High School Lobby. You can register online at TURBOROSTER.com NOTE: UNLESS YOU ARE NOTIFIED OTHERWISE, YOU ARE TO ASSUME THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED AND THAT YOU ARE TO COME TO THE FIRST CLASS MEETING. NO LETTERS OF ACCEPTANCE WILL BE SENT. You may pick up a brochure registration form at the Huntington Public Library. For more information please call the Adult Education Office at (631) 673-2010.

Passport To Retirement

Thursdays, March 9th, 16th & 23rd 7-9:30 pm
Huntington High School, Room 110
This exciting course will prepare you for a financially secure retirement by showing you how to determine your retirement income needs and develop a personalized plan to achieve your retirement goals. You will discover key strategies for maximizing retirement income and obtaining the highest payout from Social Security. You will learn how to optimize your investment portfolio and create an asset allocation – pre-retirement and post-retirement. This course will show you how to "flip the switch" on your nest egg to generate an inflation adjusted income stream for life. Additional topics include how to reduce your taxes, protect your assets, provide for health care and preserve your estate. Each participant will receive a 140-page workbook with worksheets, illustrations, and key descriptions designed to reinforce concepts learned during the course. Whether you plan to retire in the next ten years or you are already retired, the information you learn in this course will deliver rewards throughout your life. Workbook fee of $20.00 payable to instructor.

Veterans Job Fair March 9th

RecruitMilitary and the DAV are proud to present a Job Fair for Veterans on Thursday, March 9th from 11-3 pm at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City. Lots of companies are slated to attend.  This is a FREE hiring event for veterans, transitioning military personnel, national guard members, reserve members & spouses.  Register now!  For more details, please visit RecruitMilitary.com/NewYork.

JOB Readiness Training

Halo Network Inc. will be providing Job Readiness assistance to individuals for the Fresh Start Career Expo on Thursday, March 2nd & 9th from 10-2 PM at the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center. The session will provide individuals with the information needed to have the confidence to rejoin the workforce and have the tools to be successful.  During the session Halo Network will work with the individual on creating a professional resume, interview skills, identifying & managing barriers & communication with your supervisor.  Included will be the opportunity to visit the Career Couture room for an opportunity to learn how to dress for success and give you the tools to do so.  For more information please contact Leslie Epps at (631) 789-7373.

Career Quest March 2017 Programs

Suffolk County Department of Labor's Career Quest will be presenting 3 programs at the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center in Hauppauge.

Franchising: Making the Right Choice

Tuesday, March 7, 2017 9:30AM

Is franchising for you? Kensington Company representative Stuart Levenberg will present franchising opportunity and successful franchise career development information. Reservations Required. See a One-Stop counselor or phone (631) 853-6600 to reserve your spot! Space is Limited. Must be pre-registered. Late arrivals not permitted.

Starting Your Own Business

Wednesday, March 15, 2017 9:30AM

Why not explore your dream of owning a small business? A representative from the New York State Small Business Development Center will discuss how to start your own business and become a small business owner. Plan to arrive early. Space is Limited. Must be pre-registered. Late arrivals not permitted. See a One-Stop counselor, or phone (631) 853-6600 to reserve your spot!

Careers in Civil Service

Tuesday, March 21, 2017 9:30AM

Join us for an in depth discussion about Civil Service employment.  A representative from the Department of Civil Service will discuss:  the variety of careers in Civil Service, how to navigate the Civil Service website & information about applying for Civil Service examinations.  See any one-stop counselor or phone (631) 853-6600 today to reserve your spot!  Space is Limited… Must be pre-registered...

Suffolk County One-Stop March 2017 Job Fairs

Looking for work? Want to explore opportunities? The Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center will be hosting 3 Job Fairs in March. Meet HR recruiters & receive employment information from organizations representing various industries. Bring your resume and dress for success! If you are in need of proper interviewing attire, please contact Career Couture at (631) 853-6769.

*Tuesday, March 7th 1-4 pm
Middle Country Public Library Library
For more information please call (631) 585-9393

*Friday, March 17th 10-1 pm
Hampton Bays Public Library
For more information please call (631) 728-6241

*Thursday, March 30th 10-1 pm (Fresh Start Career Expo)
Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center
For more information please call (631) 789-7373

Computer Aided Drafting & Design March 2017

The Island Drafting & Technical Institute will offer a course, Computer Aided Drafting & Design & Electronics & Computer Services Technology starting on March 6th.  The course progresses from an introduction to computer basics (hardware & software) to advanced technical production drawings in 2D.  The objective of the program is to provide a comprehensive CADD (Computer Aided Drafting/Design) program with extensive hands-on application to satisfy industry needs for entry-level personnel with thorough CADD knowledge. To learn more about this, and other, courses at IDTI please call (631) 691-8733 x114.