Career Enrichment Courses
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Notary Public
This course will demystify the office of notary public. For anyone planning to take New York’s notary public examination, and for commissioned notaries who want to improve their understanding of regulations, this seminar will use plain English to clarify laws, concepts and procedures. You will learn how to avoid conflicts of interest, maintain professional ethics, establish proper fees, minimize legal liability, handle special situations, and more. To become a notary, you must be at least 18 years of age and either reside in New York or engage in business in the state.
Fall 2026 Course Information
Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
9:30 am-1:30 pm
Online via Zoom
Fee: $69
Thursday, November 19th, 2026
9:30 am-1:30 pm
Online via Zoom
Fee: $69
Instructor: Victor Bujanow
Security Guard 8 Hr. Pre-Assignment
Under the Security Guard Act of 1992, licensing is mandatory for all contractual and proprietary security guard employers. The law also requires security guards, themselves, to register with the New York Department of State. This 8-hour course is for anyone seeking employment as a security guard and provides an overview of the Security Guard Act of 1992. One hundred percent attendance is required, and participants must earn a passing score on a final exam. Individuals who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of achievement.
Fall 2026 Course Information
Saturday, TBD
8:00 am-5:00 pm
In person
Fee: $79
Instructor: Michael Miller
Seating is limited. Advanced registration is required. Register by calling 585-345-6868. Visit the FAQs page to get answers to commonly asked questions.
NYS Save/DASA
This New York State Certification program involves three teaching/coaching certifications:
- Mandated Reporter (Child
Abuse) - School Violence/Prevention (SAVE)
- Bullying Prevention Education (DASA) training
This course is focused on new teachers, new coaches, and new employees hired for healthcare and social services organizations. This self-paced training course will be delivered 100% online, utilizing GCC’s online learning platform, Brightspace. Students have one week to complete the course work.
Summer 2026 Course Information
August 10th-14th
Self-paced
Brightspace
Fee: $99
Instructor: Rebecca Dziekan