Whether you’re interested in launching a new career, learning English as a new language or earning your high school diploma, the Adult Education program at the Capital Region Career and Technical School is here to meet your needs.
Launch a New Career
Health Careers
All health-related career programs for adult students are held at Career & Tech’s Albany Campus, 925B Watervliet-Shaker Road, Albany. For more information or to register call 518-862-4709 or email healthcareers@neric.org.
- Adult Practical Nursing (Become a Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN)
- Personal Care Aide/Home Health Aide/Nurse Assistant
- Sterile Processing Technician
Other Opportunities
- Capital Region BOCES offers nearly 30 Career and Technical courses. If you are interested in learning more about these possible opportunities call 518-862-4707 or email adulteducation@neric.org.
- Electrical Trades
- Computer and Technology-Related Courses
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Training & Certification
- Offshore Wind Career Pathway Program
- Welding and Metal Fabrication
Course Rates
2025-26 Rate
Building Trades: $7,000
Commercial Electrical: $3,500
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R): $8,000
Residential Electrical: $3,500
Welding and Metal Fabrication: $9,000
Financial Aid
Please take note that while there may be some financial aid available for certain individuals for adult programs at Capital Region BOCES; none of the courses or programs are covered under The Excelsior Scholarship/Program free college tuition program.