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Adult Learner Classroom

Center for Workforce Development - Adult Education

Our Programs

The Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES provides industry-aligned educational solutions to prepare you for the 21st century workforce. CWD provides quality, cost-effective educational and workforce services in partnership with other higher educational agencies, the local workforce community, and the adult learners we serve in a manner that supports excellence and equity for all learners.

Contact CWD
Email: [email protected]  Phone: 585.349.9100  Fax: 585.349.9101
Address: WEMOCO CTE Center, 3589 Big Ridge Road, Spencerport, NY 14559

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Archived News
Machining Student

CWD Spring 2025 Registration Now Open!

Registration for Spring 2025 Center for Workforce Development classes is now open! To learn more, click here. Classes fill up quickly, so start the process now by completing a contact card for more information or signing up for the entrance assessment!
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Student Spotlight: Nataliia

Student Spotlight: Nataliia

I am from Ukraine and was looking for a place to improve my English skills and to be more comfortable in my community. I came to the Center for Workforce Development (CWD), and it was like finding a new family here in the United States. I also pursued my High School Equivalency diploma and enrolled in the Phlebotomy career training program. These programs helped me to get on the path to making my dreams of working in health care a reality. 

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Manufacturing Technician Student

FREE Manufacturing Technician training at CWD

Get a new career for FREE - Become a manufacturing technician in 18 weeks at the Center for Workforce Development. Registration is open and classes begin Feb. 11.
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CDL-B Training - School Bus

CWD's CDL Training Program

CWD's Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B training program is recruiting for the March session. If you are seeking to use your driving skills in a new career, this course is for you! Earn your NYS Class B/School Bus Driver Certification. Scholarships available - click for more details.
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Dr. Thomas Putnam

Dr. Thomas K. Putnam named Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES District Superintendent

The Monroe 2-Orleans Board of Cooperative Education selected Dr. Thomas K. Putnam, Ed.D. as district superintendent and officially appointed him to the position on June 26.
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Upcoming Events

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Nov
06

CTE EXPO Night 2024

Grades 8-10 students and their families are invited to the annual CTE EXPO Night, held this year on Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 5:30-7 p.m. at WEMOCO Career and Technical Education Center. During the event, visitors can explore the technical learning spaces, experience in-demand skill training and expand future career possibilities.

WEMOCO CTE Center is located at 3589 Big Ridge Road in Spencerport. Reservations for the CTE EXPO are not necessary.
Nov
16

Educational Foundation Celebration

The Monroe 2-Orleans Educational Foundation is holding its annual celebration on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. The event is held at Ridgemont Country Club and raises money to support the foundation's work of student scholarships. Tickets are $90 and include hors d'oeuvres, dinner and entertainment.
 
There is a new, special live auction item this year: seven nights at an exclusive Hawaiian resort from April 12-19, 2025. The room sleeps up to six people and the resort offers a super pool, access to golf courses, restaurants and a spa and fitness center, all located on a Hawaiian island.
 
Additional information is available in the digital invite below. Purchase tickets for the 2024 Monroe 2-Orleans Educational Foundation Celebration at this link.

  

24-25 CWD Adult Learner Calendar.pdf (updated July 23, 2024)