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When we say free academic programs and job training,
we mean free.

It’s time to create the future you want.

Find out if you qualify & get more info:
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Get the skills and certifications you need for the future you want.
The Capital District Education Opportunity Center (EOC) offers full scholarships for academic programs and job training. That means it’s completely free for those who qualify.

EOC Students in classroom

What’s included for every student:

  • Free breakfast or lunch prepared by our amazing chefs and Culinary Arts students.

  • Free unlimited CDTA bus passes to get you to school, work, or anywhere you need to go.

  • Free take-home food pantry and weekly groceries.

  • Free advanced computer training and certificates. 

  • Free college and career preparation services.

  • Free one-on-one tutoring & counseling services.

  • Free access to our relaxing, stress-free Zen Den.

What’s included for every student:

  • Free meals prepared by our amazing chef and culinary art students

  • Free unlimited CDTA bus passes to get you to school, work, or anywhere you need to go

  • Access to our take-home food pantry

  • Access to our special Zen Den to clear your head and simply relax

  • One-on-one tutoring & counseling services

  • Job fairs, resume help, hands-on opportunities

What’s included for every student:

  • Free meals prepared by our amazing chef and culinary art students

  • Free unlimited CDTA bus passes to get you to school, work, or anywhere you need to go

  • Access to our take-home food pantry

  • Access to our special Zen Den to clear your head and simply relax

  • One-on-one tutoring & counseling services

  • Job fairs, resume help, hands-on opportunities

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What’s included for every student:

  Free meals prepared by our amazing chef and culinary art students

  Free unlimited CDTA bus passes to get you to school, work, or anywhere you need to go

  Access to our take-home food pantry

  Access to our special Zen Den to clear your head and simply relax

  One-on-one tutoring & counseling services

  Job fairs, resume help, hands-on opportunities

So, what would you like to study?

  • Building Trades
    Learn carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, finishing, and more. Start your career in the high-wage building construction industry.

  • College Preparation
    Sharpen the skills you need to gain admission to college and succeed. From reading comprehension, writing, and math, to study techniques and time management skills. Take advantage of one-on-one support from through our College Connections Initiative.

  • Cosmetology
    Get hands-on training in haircutting, manicures, waxing, makeup, and spa services. Learn the business skills you need to work in a salon or start your own.

  • Culinary Arts
    Want to work in a restaurant, open a food stand, or start a catering business? Working in our onsite commercial kitchen and cafeteria, you will learn everything you need to plan, prepare, cook, and serve a variety of cuisines to our students and staff daily.

  • Electrical Technician

    Prepare for pre-apprenticeships with local trade unions and direct employment opportunities with private employers. Learn hands-on skills in electrical wiring, troubleshooting, controllers, and maintenance.

  • English as a Second Language (ESOL)
    Build your English language skills. Learn foundational vocabulary and grammar, the most frequently used expressions for everyday life, conversational skills, and computer literacy.

  • Floor Care Technician
    Learn how floors are constructed, manufactured, installed, maintained, and restored. Develop professional-level skills in using floor care supplies, equipment, and processes to meet the highest standards for safety, sanitation, and infection control.

  • GED® Preparation
    We offer personalized instruction in Language, Math, Science, and more to     prepare you for the GED® exam.

  • Natural Hair Styling
    Braiding, locking, weaving, hair analysis, salon safety, health standards—become a pro in all of it.

  • Nursing Assistant
    Nursing assistants can be found in many healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term residential facilities, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and adult daycare centers. We'll teach you what you need to launch your career in healthcare.

  • Patient Care Associate (PCA)
    The Patient Care Associate (PCA) training program prepares individuals for entry-level patient care roles in health care. Participants may be eligible for employment opportunities at Albany Med Health System or with other health care providers.

  • Phlebotomy
    Get hands-on instruction in how to safely draw blood for medical testing, transfusions, donations, and research. In just 4 weeks, you can learn the necessary skills to earn a nationally-recognized certification and launch your career.

  • Welding
    Learn the welding skills you need for shielded metal arc, flux-cored arc, gas metal arc (MIG), gas tungsten arc (TIG), and thermal cutting, working with pipe, stainless steel, and aluminum. High wage, union jobs in the manufacturing and construction industries are waiting for you.

“If there is a program at the EOC that interests you, go do it. They will give you everything you need to succeed.”  - Thomas G.

Culinary Kitchen Students

“If there is a program at the EOC that interests you, go do it. They will give you everything you need to succeed.”
– Thomas G.

Nursing Students

“I went from being sentenced to having hope. Now I can give back to others what was given to me.”
– Mikell B.

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Building Trades Student using lathe
Cosmetology Hair Student
Culinary Kitchen Student
Natural Hair Styling Student
Culinary Kitchen Student chopping peppers
Phlebotomy Student
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Welding Student
Building Trades Student

Sound too good to be true? Trust us, it’s all real.

And it’s all right here at the EOC, in Troy or Albany. Get more details and find out if you qualify.