Head Start Programs
The Office of Community Education offers two academic preparation programs – Head Start on Math and Head Start on Writing. The workshops are aimed at preparing incoming college freshmen with skills to take on college-level courses.
Courses
Head Start on Math
This program is for students who want to brush up on their math skills and learn about the college and its academic support resources. Head Start on Math gives students the opportunity to work on basic math skills and get a “head start” on preparedness for Basic Math (MATH 095) and Elementary Algebra (MATH 099). Students will be more confident navigating the campus and understanding the learning resources we offer.
- On Campus Dates: Aug. 14 - 24, 2023 (Meets Monday - Friday in the Marvin Library)
Section: ZSPI - 215 701
Cost: $25
Students must submit a certificate of residence.
Head Start on Writing
A program for students who need to brush up on their writing skills and learn about campus resources. Students will have the opportunity to work with Writing and Research Center faculty on writing skills and get a “head start“ on being better prepared for English Composition I.
- On Campus Dates: Aug. 14 - 24, 2023 (Meets Monday - Friday in the Marvin Library)
Section: ZSPI - 225 701
Cost: $25
Students must submit a certificate of residence.
Registration Information
Please call (518) 629-7339 to register.
Course Categories
Additional Resources
Some courses require that students are prepared with information beyond that in the course description - including how to access online courses, parking, CEU details and more.
Here you will find forms for all of our courses and programs, including kids on campus, related to registration, consent and release, scholarship requests and more.
Cancellation and refund policies vary depending on the type and length of course. Find out about course cancellations, requesting a refund and more.
Get in Touch
Community and Professional Education
Fax: (518) 629-8103
Regular Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Summer 2023 Hours (May 22 - July 28): Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday, Closed
(excluding college holidays and vacations)