Vocational Programs

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A vocational program can help you get trained and find a job. We offer a variety of programs at the Buffalo EOC.

  • Buffalo Build
    10/10/25
    Buffalo Build is a pre-apprenticeship program which offers foundational construction knowledge and skills needed to excel in the building trades. Students will explore multiple building trades and their respective career pathways which will enable them to select the trade that best suits their interests and skills. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be given priority consideration for direct entry to one of our partner trades.
  • CDL Test Preparation
    6/10/25
    The Buffalo EOC is holding tuition-free CDL (Commercial Driver License) Test Preparation classes to help individuals to pass the NYS written test for the commercial license permit (CLP) for Class A & Class B.
  • Security Guard Training
    10/15/25
    Guardian Group Services provides online security guard training in coordination with the BEOC, approved by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. The courses offered include an 8-hour Pre-Assignment, 16-hour On-The-Job Training, all conducted via Zoom. Upon completion of the program, students will receive their certificates via email and will become licensed New York State Security Guards.
  • Incumbent Worker Series
    9/5/24
    The Incumbent Worker Training Series (IWS) program is designed to provide skills for those who are currently employed, underemployed, or laid off that will allow them to advance and/or re-enter the job market.