Business and Financial Planning
Learn new ways to make and save money or explore the steps you need to secure a comfortable retirement.
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Courses
- Medicare 101
- Notary Public Review Workshop
- Personal Finance
- Save Money with Extreme Couponing
- Start Your Own Online Business
Medicare 101
In this class, your instructor will provide step-by-step instructions on everything you need to know about Medicare. The instructor will advise on all that needs to be done (and everything that doesn’t), as well as go over the A/B/C/Ds of Medicare and educate you so you won’t have to worry about penalties.
Course on 4/27 will be held in Daycare Center , Room B05
Course on 6/24 will be held in Daycare Center , Room B05
Course on 8/5 will meet at HVCC North, 345 Hermes Rd, Malta, NY
Candy Marrero, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 6/24 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
ZBFP-080 700 | 20 seats left | $15 | Opens 5/13 |
| Wednesday, 8/5 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
ZBFP-080 701 | 20 seats left | $15 | Opens 5/13 |
Notary Public Review Workshop
This workshop prepares you for the New York State notary public test and provides a comprehensive overview of the notary public’s role. Confusing laws, concepts and procedures will be explained and clarified, with examples provided. Topics include avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining professional ethics, charging proper fees, handling special situations, determining when to defer to an attorney, and minimizing legal liability. This workshop is a must for candidates who want to become fully aware of the authority, duties and responsibilities involved in becoming a notary. All materials will be provided, including a 64-page workbook, sample forms, and an 80-question practice exam. Students that need to withdraw from class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.
Victor Bujanow, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 6/3 9:30 am - 1:30 pm |
ZBFP-015 700 | 20 seats left | $49 |
Personal Finance
Participants in this class will learn to manage their personal finances and gain a greater understanding of cash flow and budgeting methods, planning for the unexpected, and saving, investing, and planning for the future. Some minor homework will be required.
Course will meet at HVCC North, 345 Hermes Rd, Malta, NY
Logan Simms, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursdays, 8/6 - 8/13 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
ZBFP-089 700 | 15 seats left | $25 | Opens 5/13 |
Save Money with Extreme Couponing
Learn how to save money every day with extreme couponing. Coupons are not just for groceries. The savings can add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars every year. This comprehensive workshop will teach you where to find all different types of coupons, even for high-ticket items; how to find the best coupon apps and websites; how to match coupons with sales for maximum savings; and how to find other people to trade coupons and merchandise with. This workshop is taught by someone who has used many couponing secrets to save thousands. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.
LeeAnne Krusemark, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, 7/24 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm |
ZBFP-147 700 | 15 seats left | $29 |
Start Your Own Online Business
Looking for ways to make money online? Turn your ideas or homemade products into income by starting an online business. You will learn how to: find a gap in a niche market and fill it; build your own website, and market your business effectively (including SEO) so potential customers will find you; take care of business forms and taxes; create multiple sources of income (including Affiliate commissions). You’ll also get info about the 25 most popular online businesses to start. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.
LeeAnn Krusemark, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 7/22 7:00 pm - 8:55 pm |
ZBFP-086 700 | 15 seats left | $39 |
Get in Touch
Office of Workforce Development and Community Education
Fax: (518) 629-8103
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (excluding college holidays and vacations)