Career Readiness Training

Are you struggling to make ends meet? Are you widowed, divorced, separated, and unemployed, underemployed or receiving Public Assistance? You may be eligible for Career Readiness Training. Training will take place from Monday, January 10th to Thursday, January 27th at the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center. Prepare today to enter the workforce of tomorrow! Move toward personal and economic self-sufficiency! Discover opportunities that could change your life! Computer Training also available. CALL (631) 853-6540 to confirm eligibility & enroll. Registration begins Wednesday, January 5th at 10AM.

Job & Career Accelerator by Learning Express

In January, the Huntington Public Library will offer it's patrons a new Career Database called Job & Career Accelerator by Learning Express. Job & Career Accelerator is the industry's most comprehensive, online job search system that puts job seekers on the Fast Track to getting hired. This database integrates everything you need to conduct a successful job search, all in one easy-to-use online application. It allows you to explore over 1,000 occupations & match those that fit your interests. You can search available jobs from over 5 million job postings, create profrssional resumes & cover letters & can help you master interviewing skills. Job & Career Accelerator can be accessed from your library or home computer, free of charge, with your HPL library card.

Home Study Program For GED

Home Study Program For GED (HSA024)

Monday, January 3, 2011 4:30-8:00PM

Join us at the Huntington Public Library Station Branch to learn about a free, at-home study program for adults 21 and over, who would like to prepare for the GED exam, but are unable to attend classes on a regular basis. Certified instructors provide you with assignments to complete at home. Assignments are picked up at the library. Telephone assistance is also available. For information call (631) 667 - 6000 ext. 454. Registration is required. Open to all. Registration begins January 3rd @ 9AM.

Starting Your Own Business

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


Starting Your Own Business
Wednesday, December 15, 2010 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!

Suffolk County Police Officer Exam

The Suffolk County Police Department has announced the next Police Exam date. The test will be given on June 11, 2011. For eligibility information please click here. Registration closes MARCH 31, 2011. Apply online now. For more information please call (631)853-5500.

Career Fair December 9th

Meet face-to-face with the hiring decision makers from some of the areas top employers on Thursday, December 9th from 10:30-2:00pm. The Career Fair will take place at the Melville Marriott. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes, because they are there to hire. Just walk in and start interviewing, it's that simple. You can save time, money and effort interviewing with multiple companies in one day at one location. Many of these companies have several openings and are eager to meet with you. You will no longer be just a piece of paper, you can get right in front of the decision makers attending this event. Admission is FREE!

Long Island Job Fair

The Long Island Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, December 1st from 11-2PM at the Melville Marriott-Long Island. Meet companies hiring in your home town. Bring plenty of resumes! Register now to have access to the FREE company list. Add your resume to the database & get in front of employers attending the event!

GED Programs Available to Huntington Residents

Huntington School District residents finding themselves without a high school diploma should consider participating in one of several programs that lead to a general equivalency diploma. Through Huntington’s adult education program, BOCES offers residents free GED classes two evenings per week at Huntington High School.

This spring, the free GED classes will be offered on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Participants receive assistance in reading, math and general basic skills and are also provided with career information. The course prepares residents to take the state GED exam.

For more information about the adult education program, call 673-2010 or send an e-mail to adulted@hufsd.edu.

The Town of Huntington’s Project Excel also offers free GED classes, tutoring and workshops. The day program is offered on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The evening program is on Monday and Tuesday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. For more information call 271-5499.


The Family Service League periodically offers a GED course based upon the demand for it. For more information call 427-3700.

Successful Job Search Strategies

Searching for a new job may be the toughest “job” you’ll ever have, especially in today’s economy. Join Amy Datkun of Long Island Cares on Thursday, November 18th at 10am at the East Northport Public Library. She will help you develop a job search strategy that will showcase your best skills. Topics will include preparing a resume and cover letter, interview techniques, job search resources, and more. No registration required. Open to all. For more information please call (631) 261-2313.