Workforce staff is currently assigning individuals for classes to be held during June, July and August of this year. Those classes include training in carpentry, masonry and for Building Analyst certification to assist homeowners with weatherization and other building issues.

 

Short-term training classes in welding and auto mechanics are also available.

 

New training options include a course in public safety to work in security-related jobs and a culinary course for work in restaurants and institutions.

 

Appropriate persons may have their training paid for through the Workforce Investment Act, which has received additional funding via the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 

 

Broome-Tioga Workforce New York operates two One Stop Centers to provide local residents with employment assistance and career advice, and to assist local businesses with recruiting and training.  The Workforce New York offices are located at 171 Front Street in Binghamton, and at the Tioga County Human Services building located on Route 38 in Owego.