Social Media for Your Business or Skill: Linked In

The Huntington Opportunity Resource Center will be hosting a seminar "Social Media for Your Business or Skill: Linked In" on Wednesday, February 23rd from 6-8 PM.  This seminar aims to provide attendees with practical uses & tools that help utilize LinkedIn to best serve them. Registration is FREE with RSVP to Michele Foulke at (631) 385-2305 or email to mfoulke@HuntingtonNY.gov.  The next seminar, "Social Media for Your Business or Skill: Facebook" will be held on March 15th.

Suffolk County Job Fairs February 2016

Looking for work? Want to explore opportunities? The Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center will be hosting 2 Job Fairs in February. 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.

*Wednesday, February 10th 10-1 pm
South Huntington Public Library
For more information please call (631) 549-4411.

*Friday, February 26th 10-1 pm
Sachem Public Library

For more information please call (631) 58
8-5024.

New York All Veterans Job Fair February 25th

RecruitMilitary and the DAV are proud to present a Job Fair for Veterans on Thursday, February 18th from 11-3 pm at the New Yorker Hotel in New York City. Lots of companies are slated to attend, including: DAV, Lockheed Martin, The Home Depot, New York City Fire Department (FDNY), JPMorgan Chase, Toys ''R'' Us, JetBlue Airways, Iron Mountain, Teach For America, Time Warner Cable, NYPD, Bank of America, Cintas Corporation, New York Life Insurance Company, First Command Financial Services, Roto-Rooter, The Art Institutes, and many more!  This is a FREE hiring event for U.S. Military veterans. This includes personnel who are transitioning from active duty to civilian life, veterans who already have civilian work experience, members of the National Guard and reserves, and their spouses.  Register for this event here: https://events.recruitmilitary.com/events/new-york-all-veterans-job-fair-february-18-2016#registration.

Long Island Career Fair February 11th

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 Thursday, February 11th 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.

February/March Career Counseling

The Huntington Public Library offers Career Counseling Services . A certified Career Counselor will help you with your job search, interviewing skills & questions regarding your resume. If you are a new college graduate, someone who needs help with job searching or just looking to re-enter the job market, schedule a free, one hour appointment today. For more information please call (631) 427-5165 ext. 251.

Dates Available:
February 10th from 6-9 pm (Main Building)
March 9th from 6-9 pm (Main Building)

SUNY Empire State College Information Sessions

At SUNY Empire State College you have the power to shape your education & schedule.  You can study online at home or on the road, work with a faculty mentor at a learning center, or a combination of both. Attend an information session where you can hear details about degree programs, study options, transfer credit & more.  Sign up for an information session at www.esc.edu/Info  or call (516) 997-4700.

Saturday, Feb. 6th- Old Westbury- 11 am

Thursday, Feb. 11th- Riverhead- 5 pm
Thursday, Feb. 18th- Hauppauge- 12:30 pm
Monday, Feb. 22nd- Old Westbury- 6 pm
Thursday, Feb. 25th- Hauppauge- 6 pm 

Ophthalmic Assistant Technician & Optician Programs

Suffolk Community College Office of Continuing Education is offering a non-credit Ophthalmic Assistant Technician & Optician Program. This program will provide enrollees with the knowledge & skills necessary to obtain employment in optical centers under the supervision of a licensed optician , or in an ophthalmic office as an ophthalmic assistant. Participants must have a High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency. Certain income-eligible participants may be able to take this class free of charge.

Part I: Ophthalmic Assistant Technician & Optician Program: (145 Hours)
Tuition $1,595
Prerequisite: High School or HSE Diploma; One Year High School Algebra

1. Math Brush-Up (24 Hours)
2. Overview of Ophthalmic Medicine (6 Hours)
3. Community Ophthalmic Practice-hands on- (15 Hours)
4. Introduction to Medical Law & Ethics (12 Hours)
5. Introduction to Medical Law Terminology (24 Hours)
6. Introduction to Optics & Lensometry-hand on- (15 Hours)
7. Communication Skills (8 Hours)
8. Ophthalmic Calculation-hands on- (15 Hours)
9. Excel for the Health Care Professional-hand on-(15 Hours)
10. Ophthalmic Observation (11 Hours)

Part II: Ophthalmic Technician Program: (205 Hours)
Tuition $1, 595
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Part I

1. Advanced Ophthalmic Calculations (6 Hours)
2. Advanced Lensometry (45 Hours)
3. Office Procedures Insurance & Inventory Procedures (12 Hours)
4. Introduction to Spanish for Health Care (15 Hours)
5. National Certification Exam Preparation (15 Hours)
6. Optical Instruments (12 Hours)
7. Field Work/Externship/resume Preparation (100 Hours)

*All participants must pass an entrance exam before being accepted into the program. Program begins on February 23rd. Please contact Andrea Dunkirk at (631) 451-4552 to discuss the program or schedule an appointment to take the exam.*

Hofstra University Advanced QuickBooks Certificate Program

Advanced QuickBooks Certificate Program
Using QuickBooks to Manage Your Business even Better ….
Workshops will be held on Tuesday & Thursday, February 2, 4, 9 & 11, 2016  from 6-9 pm. Learn skills to:

Creating, Modifying & Analyzing Reports

Customizing Forms

Setting Up & Managing Inventory

Job Estimating & Time Tracking

Understanding Backup & Restoring Data, Accountant's File & Portable Files

Using Classes

Memorize Transactions

Creating Budgets in QuickBooks

Track & Pay Sales Tax

Resolving Issues with Application of Payments

Advanced Tasks Including: credit memos, refunds, deposits, invoice adjustments, returned checks & fees 

Prior QuickBooks course or working knowledge of QuickBooks required.
Please complete and mail the registration form along with your payment of $275.00. Program location: University College Hall, north campus.  If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Kerins, Programs Administrator at (516) 463-5850 or Stacey.kerins@hofstra.edu.

Business Mentor NY

Business Mentor NY is a pro bono business mentoring program to foster entrepreneurial & small business growth in New York.  Through BusinessMentor.NY.gov entrepreneurs connect with mentors who volunteer to help with a range of business issues, from accounting & finance to marketing & web design.  Business Mentor NY is both a resource for entrepreneurs/small businesses & also an exciting opportunity to give back to the community, hone leadership skills, expand your skill set & connect with other entrepreneurs! To learn more about New York State's Business Mentoring program please visit the Miller Business Resource Center on Wed., January 29th from 10-11 AM (coffee & networking at 9:30 am).  This program is free & open to the public. Register online at http://www.millerbusinesscenter.org/spotlight.  For more information please call (631) 585-9393 ext. 133.

The Complete DNA for Career Navigation

The Complete DNA for Career Navigation (HMA258)
Thursday, January 14th 6:30 PM
Main Meeting Room
This program is for college grads and all people in transition. Jimmy Levin offers a comprehensive approach to finding a job. He engages and challenges, while teaching the tools and skills needed to target and connect. As coach and advocate, he'll work with you to create a plan for achieving your professional dreams. Includes Job Search Support; Job Search Advice; Resume and Cover Letter Review; Interview Prep; Network skills; Job Board Management; confidence Builder and Identify Your Resources. Registration required. Open to all.

SUNY Empire State College Information Sessions

At SUNY Empire State College you have the power to shape your education & schedule.  You can study online at home or on the road, work with a faculty mentor at a learning center, or a combination of both. Attend an information session where you can hear details about degree programs, study options, transfer credit & more.  Sign up for an information session at www.esc.edu/Info  or call (516) 997-4700.


Thursday, Jan. 7th- Hauppauge- 12:30 pm

Saturday, Jan. 9th- Old Westbury- 11 am

Thursday, Jan. 21st- Riverhead- 5 pm

Monday, Jan. 25th- Old Westbury- 6 pm

Thursday, Jan. 28th- Hauppauge- 6 pm

Saturday, Feb. 6th- Old Westbury- 11 am
Thursday, Feb. 11th- Riverhead- 5 pm
Thursday, Feb. 18th- Hauppauge- 12:30 pm
Monday, Feb. 22nd- Old Westbury- 6 pm
Thursday, Feb. 25th- Hauppauge- 6 pm 

Career Night Out January 22nd

Career Night Out (Networking Event & Training Info)

Friday, Jan.22nd 6-9 PM
Suffolk Community College (Ammerman Campus)
Babylon Student Center, Montauk Point Room

Attend an exciting networking event featuring local green/renewable energy & healthcare companies/industries.  Also, learn how you might be eligible for free training.  Learn about exciting careers & training in solar, Energy Analyst, Pharmacy Technician, Ophthalmic Technician, Health IT & CNS Machine Operator.  Dress for success & don't forget your resume! Give-a-ways & refreshments.  For more information please call the Office of Continuing Education at (631) 451-4114.