Center for Community and Professional Education

08/17/2026

We've been busy all summer developing new and exciting open enrollment opportunities coming this fall!

Whether you're looking to hone your Excel skills over lunch, start a career in real estate, complete a required safety training course, or learn a new language, CCAPE has you covered.

For a full list of course offerings and registration information, visit https://capecodcc.coursestorm.com/.

Have questions or don't see a class you're looking for? Email us at [email protected].

08/12/2026

Staff Spotlight: Rachael Kittleson, Senior Manager of Employer Engagement and Workforce Partnerships

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Rachael Kittleson now calls Eastham, Massachusetts home, and this month she is celebrating her two-year anniversary with Cape Cod Community College!

Rachael began her career in education as a secondary educator, then as department chair of Business Education, and later as assistant principal before transitioning into the nonprofit sector, where she led advocacy, program development, and corporate partnership initiatives in the neuro-oncology space. She has also served as a national speaker, advanced policy initiatives on Capitol Hill, and contributed to advisory committees elevating the patient and caregiver voice.

Rachael holds both a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Business Education from Buffalo State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Outside her professional work, she leads a nonprofit supporting pediatric brain tumor patients and their families and serves on several advisory boards.

When she's not helping employers on the Cape find educational solutions that fit the needs of their organizations and employees, you can find Rachael gardening, wrangling three big dogs, or enjoying one of Cape Cod's beautiful beaches.

08/11/2026

Testing days can be stressful for our CNA students, but thank goodness CCAPE’s unofficial mascot Lola was on hand this morning to provide some peaceful vibes and ease everyone’s nerves.

On behalf of Lola and the whole CCAPE team - we want to wish all our students sitting for their test today good luck!

08/10/2026

Cape Cod Potato Chips was inspired by the entrepreneurial vision of a local business owner in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

Today, that same spirit continues through the Next Wave Culinary Career Initiative, a new partnership with Cape Cod Community College designed to support aspiring food entrepreneurs and strengthen the local food economy.

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Cape Cod Chips partners with Cape Cod Community College to launch the Next Wave Culinary Career Initiative, designed to support aspiring food entrepreneurs and strengthen the local food economy.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

What an incredible day at CCAPE! 🎉 We officially launched the Next Wave Culinary Career Initiative, in partnership with Campbell's, through it's local brand Cape Cod Potato Chips — bringing $250,000 in new investment to build the future of food on Cape Cod.

We welcomed MA Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development, Secretary Lauren Jones; Assistant Secretary for Career Education at MA Executive Office of Education, Robert LePage; and Regional Director at Mass Office of Business Development, Jen Menard.

Kate Barrett, President, The Campbell's Foundation & Head of Community Affairs spoke to the brand's investment, entrepreneurial roots and legacy on the Cape, and long-term community commitment.

Through two new programs, the Kitchen-to-Career Accelerator and the Kitchen Leadership Lab, we're creating hands-on training, mentorship, and real pathways for local food entrepreneurs and employers to grow their teams.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate — partners, community members, and colleagues alike. This is just the beginning of what's ahead!

08/05/2026

🎉 Today’s the Day! 🎉

The finishing touches are underway, the tables are set, the kitchens are buzzing, and we’re counting down the minutes until we welcome everyone to the Next Wave Culinary Career Initiative Launch at Cape Cod Community College!

Our team has been hard at work preparing for an exciting morning of connection, innovation, and inspiration as we celebrate the future of culinary careers on Cape Cod.

🍽️ We can’t wait for the live food demonstrations from our talented chefs, delicious tastings, and the opportunity to showcase how this initiative is creating new pathways into the culinary industry.

If you’re joining us today, we can’t wait to see you! Safe travels—we’ll be ready to welcome you.

07/27/2026

Meet the newest member of the CCAPE team!

Originally from Perry, New York, Melissa Michal Slocum now calls Cranston, Rhode Island home. She brings a diverse professional background to CCAPE, having worked as an editor, educator, and consultant before joining Cape Cod Community College. Melissa began at 4Cs in January 2025 as a part-time Equity Leadership instructor and now serves as Project Coordinator for Employer Training at the Center for Community and Professional Education. In her new role, she coordinates with instructors and clients while helping connect CCAPE with organizations to support workforce development initiatives.

Melissa holds an MFA in Creative Writing, an MA in Literature, and a PhD in Literature with a focus on education and American Indian studies. She is also a published author, with a short story collection as well as several essays and articles to her credit. Outside of work, Melissa enjoys traveling, photography, hiking, gardening, and cross-stitching.

07/23/2026

Thank you to all who joined us last week to celebrate our fifth cohort of CNA program graduates during their pinning ceremony. Special thanks to our newly appointed interim president, Ellen Kennedy, for joining us and sharing the joy of this momentous accomplishment.

We are so proud of you all, and we can't wait to see the impact you make in our community!