About Us - Center for Workforce Development

CWD is Closed to students as of Monday, March 16 Indefinitely

Due to the ongoing local concerns regarding the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Center for Workforce Development will be closed indefinitely to all students starting Monday, March 16, 2020. This includes all Literacy, ESOL, Career Job Training, and evening Continuing Education programs.

We are closely monitoring this situation and working with our county partners to determine an appropriate time to restart programming. Evaluations will happen on a week by week basis and updates will be communicated through all channels possible, including on this website.

Current students – We will continue to work with all governing bodies to ensure that this disruption does not negatively impact your successful completion of your program(s). We are fully committed to supporting you to reach your education and career goals!

Please continue to frequently monitor our website for critical updates.

Go to this page for updates:

Online Learning

Are you looking to broaden your skills, explore a new hobby, or start the path toward a new career during this time of social distancing from the comfort of your own home? CWD offers a wide range of online training and professional development opportunities covering a broad range of careers and hobbies. Start learning today!

To learn more click on: Career Training and Professional Development programs.

We are here to help. Let us know what you need. Contact us at cwdinfo@monroe2boces.org.

Embrace Change, Empower Your Tomorrow!

The Center for Workforce Development at Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES provides a variety of industry-aligned educational solutions to prepare you for the 21st century workforce.

Our career and technical education programs are affordable, short-term and convenient for the adult learner. Our career education programs provide you with the skills needed for employment. Our community continuing education classes provide relevant content for the adult seeking to enhance their skills or learn a new skill.

In addition, free academic classes for individuals seeking to earn their high school equivalency diploma are conveniently scheduled in several locations. Free English classes for speakers of other languages are offered in numerous formats to best meet the needs of a diverse population.

For businesses, we provide customized business solutions to meet your employee training needs.

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Register Today!

Register Today to being your new journey.

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ESL

Classes allowing adults to earn a high school equivalency diploma and learn English as a second language.

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NEW Commercial Driver Licensing/School Bus Driver Endorsement

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Career Education Programs

Our career training programs provide the skills needed to prepare for some of today's most in-demand jobs.

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High School Equivalency (HSE)

A High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma is offered to adults seeking to complete their high school education to move forward in their career goals.

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Continuing Education

Continuing education programs for people seeking to learn a new skill or hobby.

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Customized Business Solutions

Customized industry-specific training programs that meet the needs of local employers.

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Certification Exams

CWD is an authorized testing center for certifications in several industries.

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