Career Pathways
In partnering with existing training programs – including those preparing students for the GED (certficate of high school equivalency) – Career Pathways will provide encouragement and incentives, as well as referrals to employers, to allow individuals to follow a pathway to success.
The employment sectors targeted for this program are Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare and the Trades.
Applicants will complete an intake interview and submit required documentation to Career Pathways staff. Eligibility will be explored, as well as appropriateness of the training desired by the applicant. All DSS recipients will need their DSS status verified and approval from their employment worker up front.
Participants may be referred for financial assistance in paying for training as needed. Working Solutions (Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison and Oneida counties, Inc.) and CDO Workforce American Job Centers will be utilized for referrals, workshops and job placement.
Once accepted in Career Pathways, an individualized career plan will be agreed upon stating the long and short term goals, time frame for education/training and approved training provider. Additional supports needed for training will be discussed.
Certificate & Degree Programs through Career Pathways
High School Equivalency: GED, NEDP, HSE
Customer Service: Entry Level Job Skills Metrix Certificate, Office Paid Job Training
Advanced Manufacturing: Certified Production Technician, CNC Machinist, Quality Assurance, Mechatronics
Healthcare: Home Health Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Transcription, Medical Coding & Billing, Medical Assistant (CMA or MAA), Dental Assistant
Hospitality: American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute Skills, Tasks & Results Training Certificate, Kitchen Paid Job Training
The Trades: Auto Body, Auto Tech, Carpentry, Cement Masonry, Construction, National Center for Construction Education & Research Certificate (NCCER), Electrical Tech, Electrical Service Tech II, Electrical Systems, Electrical Overhead Line, Electrical Underground Residential, Electrical Smart Meter, Facilities/Maintenance Paid Job Training, HVAC or HVAC Tech, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, Plumbing, Pre-Apprenticeship Training, Tile Setting, Welding or Welding Technology, NYSWDA Weatherization & Home Performance Certificate, Weatherization Paid Job Training
Eligibility & requirements
60 hours of classroom time is required.
Participants must be a resident of Herkimer, Oneida or Otsego County AND meet one of the following:
- 16-17 yrs. old, head of household & your household income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (see below)
- 18-23 yrs. old with household income as below
- 24 and older, on Temporary Assistance & have a child in the household under the age of 18
FAMILY SIZE ANNUAL INCOME
| 1 | $30.120 |
| 2 | $40,880 |
| 3 | $51,640 |
| 4 | $62,400 |
| 5 | $73,160 |
For each additional family member add $10,760
(06/01/24-05/31/25 200% Federal Poverty Guideline)
Eligible Career Pathways participants can receive up to $1000 in Supportive services
Individualized case management is available to connect participants with community resources. We can help pay for photo ID and replacement Birth Certificate, when needed.
Graduation incentive for up to $300 when certificate &/or professional license is verified (limit 2 credentials).
*Verification of participant attendance is required (60 hours minimum).
Employment Incentives include:
- Assistance purchasing work related clothing and footwear when employment is within Herkimer, Oneida or Otsego counties
- $25 Job Start incentive check for reporting wages
- Job Retention incentive check(s) for reporting wages: $50 after 60 days of consistent employment & $75 after 120 days of consistent employment.
Participants are required to work at least 20 hours/week, earning at least minimum wage to be eligible for employment and retention incentives. Incentive amounts will be discussed at enrollment.
Please Note: We cannot fund or provide services to any male over the age of 18 who has not registered for selective service.
Contact
Mary Kris Smith at or call 315.207.6951×127.