Erie Community College, State University of New York

Erie Community College’s Department of Workforce Development will be holding two free, non-credit training programs in biomanufacturing, a component of the advanced manufacturing and life sciences industries. Classes will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m. starting Tuesday, Sept. 29 or Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009 in room B602 in Bretschger Hall at ECC’s North Campus in Williamsville.

With several career opportunities available in the high-tech sector in Western New York, this free program will qualify participants for job opportunities in the growing biomanufacturing field, Carrie Kahn, executive dean of workforce development, said.

It is recommended that prospective students have a high school diploma, GED, vocational training or associate degree, along with basic biology and mathematical knowledge at the high school level.

Participants may qualify for individual training accounts (ITAs), funded by the New York State Department of Labor.

For more information, call Carrie Kahn, executive dean of workforce development at (716) 851-1800.

Erie Community College meets the needs of a diverse student body and contributes to regional economic vitality by providing excellent, flexible, affordable and accessible educational programs in a multi-campus environment committed to continuous improvement.