HVCC Workforce Development & Community Education

HVCC Workforce Development & Community Education Professional Development and Personal Growth Classes Classes are affordable, and our instructors are top-notch professionals in their respective fields.

The Office of Community Education at Hudson Valley Community College offers a wide range of educational, professional and recreational credit-free classes for everyone from kids to seniors. Highlights include fitness classes, arts classes for kids and special interest classes like motorcycle riding or financial planning for retirement. We also offer non-credit certification programs in emergency medicine, paralegal training and other professional classes.

In this class, get a behind-the-scenes look at how cemeteries operate and explore the many options available for final d...
09/25/2026

In this class, get a behind-the-scenes look at how cemeteries operate and explore the many options available for final disposition, including cremation and various types of final resting choices. Participants will leave with the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions, plan thoughtfully, and clearly communicate their wishes, easing the burden and uncertainty for loved ones.

https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/schedules/leisure-special-interest.html

This “hero building” course is for anyone interested in self-improvement or personal development who is excited about be...
09/22/2026

This “hero building” course is for anyone interested in self-improvement or personal development who is excited about becoming the best version of themselves and thus a hero to the people around them. This world needs heroes today more than ever! This course is designed to help you reach your full potential and will follow a step-by-step process to help you determine who you want to be and help you build a protocol to achieve what you find most important in your life.

https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/schedules/leisure-special-interest.html

This is a low-impact, high-intensity class that focuses on upper body combinations to increase cardiovascular endurance ...
09/17/2026

This is a low-impact, high-intensity class that focuses on upper body combinations to increase cardiovascular endurance without jumps or kicks. Every combination puts muscle behind the movement to work the core while standing. Your arms and abs will never look better! The class offers a balance of muscle group exercises designed to strengthen and stretch shoulders, hip flexors, calves, and biceps.

https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/schedules/health-fitness.html

Last Friday, HVCC Workforce Development & Community Education was invited to an apprenticeship signing event at NY Creat...
09/15/2026

Last Friday, HVCC Workforce Development & Community Education was invited to an apprenticeship signing event at NY Creates in Albany, NY.

NY Creates, in partnership with Micron Technology, onboarded 10 new apprentices in the Industrial Manufacturing Technician trade. Each of the 10 apprentices will be working hard in their careers with dedicated mentors and also taking a handful of courses at HVCC.

We are very excited to a part of this process with you all! Congratulations!

There’s truly nothing more heartfelt than receiving a hand-stamped card made with love. Whether you’re new to stamping o...
09/14/2026

There’s truly nothing more heartfelt than receiving a hand-stamped card made with love. Whether you’re new to stamping or a seasoned crafter, you’ll enjoy creating meaningful cards your friends and family will treasure. Come stamp, relax, and leave with cards ready to brighten someone’s day! In each class you will create three cards with envelopes. Please bring a pair of sharp scissors and adhesive, such as craft glue or a tape runner, with you to class.

https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/schedules/arts-crafts.html

The “Girls in STEM” conference, held each spring at Hudson Valley Community College, was recently recognized by the New ...
09/11/2026

The “Girls in STEM” conference, held each spring at Hudson Valley Community College, was recently recognized by the New York State School Boards Association with it’s ‘Champions of Change‘ award. 🏆
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According to NYSSBA, the award recognizes organizations that make a “meaningful, positive impact through innovative programs and initiatives”, and “are seen as models that can inspire broader change across the state”. 🧬
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HVCC has proudly hosted the interactive “Girls in STEM” event for the past 12 years, with plans to continue into the future. Our office, represented above by two of our Assistant Directors Kimberly Williams (second from the left) and Katie Davis (second from the right), was honored to play a role in supporting the event, alongside colleagues and faculty members Beth Ernest, Christine Jenkins, and Lisa Lavery! 🧪
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This comprehensive 24-hour non-credit course is designed for individuals stepping into a managerial role or looking to e...
09/04/2026

This comprehensive 24-hour non-credit course is designed for individuals stepping into a managerial role or looking to enhance their leadership skills. Participants will gain practical knowledge in four key areas of management: communications, organizational management, organizational leadership, and supervision. The course will provide actionable strategies and techniques for improving team dynamics, effective communication, organizational efficiency, and leadership capabilities.
https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/schedules/workforce-development.html

American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most used language in the United States today. This course is designed for stu...
09/02/2026

American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most used language in the United States today. This course is designed for students who are interested in learning about the Deaf community and developing ASL expressive and receptive skills. The course will provide an introduction to ASL and Deaf culture. You will learn practical and common language so you can have a brief conversation with someone from the Deaf community.

https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/schedules/communication.html

Address

80 Vandenburgh Avenue
Troy, NY
12180

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

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+15186297339

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