Instructional Classes & Career Assistance

Coursera: The New York State Department of Labor is partnering with Coursera, the leading online training provider. Through Coursera, you will have access to nearly 4,000 programs across high-growth industries and can hone skills in data science, business, and technology. Many of these programs are pathways to certifications and professional certificates, and can help elevate your career. These programs are developed in partnership with top universities around the globe based on current business needs.

CreativeBug:  Creativebug has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Find projects for every occasion. Enjoy guilt-free inspirational screen time. Nurture your creative soul by learning new skills. Learn easy ways to practice your craft every day. CreativeBug is the number one inspiration resource for DIY, crafters and makers.

Career Cruising:  Career Cruising is an interactive reference guide which provides in-depth profiles of hundreds of different careers. In addition to job profiles, users will find multimedia interviews with real people in each career, search tools which can link the user’s interest with a career, and a comprehensive database of colleges and universities which specialize in educating students interested in specific careers.

JobNow: Use this database to get live job coaching, resume assistance, and tips and resources to help start your job search.  Also, receive academic coaching for the GED, US Citizen Test, and computer programs including Microsoft Office.  Live coaches are available Monday through Sunday from 2pm to 11pm.

Pronunciator:  Learn 80 languages in any of 50 languages, for a total of 4,000 available course combinations. Plus, ESL for 50 non-English languages.

Tutor.com Learning Suite:  Live one-on-one help for elementary school, middle school, high school, and beginner college students as well as adult education students and those looking for career help (i.e. writing resumes and preparing for interviews)–available everyday from 2pm to 10pm.  Homework, test prep, and career resources are available 24/7.