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06/01/2026

🏥 Workforce Buffalo Medical Administrative Assistant Career Pathway Program – Now Accepting Applications!

Interested in launching a career in the healthcare field? Workforce Buffalo, in partnership with Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT), Kaleida Health, Catholic Health, and ECMC, is offering a career pathway program designed to prepare you for in-demand roles in medical administration. This opportunity is funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

📅 Program Dates:
• Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
• Program Start: September 8, 2026
• Program End: December 10, 2026

🕓 Class Schedule:
• Monday – Thursday
• 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Location: 368 Sycamore Street, Buffalo, NY 14204

🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be between ages 18 – 24
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license
• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or HSE
• Must meet and pass pre-enrollment requirements

✅ This program may be for you if you are:
• Out of school and struggling to find work
• Receiving public assistance (such as SNAP)
• Pregnant or parenting
• Facing challenges such as housing instability, justice system involvement, or disability

🔥 Gain the skills, experience, and connections needed to start a rewarding career in healthcare administration with leading local employers.

📲 To apply, visit:
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeZMNEe.../viewform

05/27/2026

📣 Join Workforce Buffalo at the North Collins DOL Job Fair this Friday 5/29/26! 📣

We’re excited to attend the NYS Department of Labor Job Fair in North Collins! Stop by to connect with local opportunities and learn about the free resources available to support your career journey.

📍 Location: North Collins Public Library, 2095 School St., North Collins, NY 14111
🗓 Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Workforce Buffalo will be on site to showcase our workforce assistance services and training programs designed to help you build skills and find employment.

Job Fair Highlights:
• No registration required
• Open to all job seekers
• Connect with workforce resources and support services
• Explore opportunities to advance your career

Join us for this community event — we look forward to seeing you there!

05/22/2026

🎓✨ Celebrating the Workforce Buffalo ECHC LPN Class of 2026! ✨🎓

Congratulations to the graduates of the Erie 1 BOCES Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program! The graduation ceremony was held on Thursday, May 14th at Cheektowaga Central High School, marking an exciting milestone for this dedicated group of future healthcare professionals.

We’re especially proud to share that 55 of the 79 graduates were supported through the Workforce Buffalo Erie County Healthcare Careers Grant (ECHC)—a testament to the power of investing in our local workforce and strengthening our healthcare community.

📸 Pictured (left to right):
Natalie Crespo, ECHC Lead Case Manager, and graduate Kristina Parker

Congratulations to all graduates—we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in the healthcare field!

05/20/2026

🔧 Workforce Buffalo CNC Machining Career Pathway Program – Now Accepting Applications!

Are you looking to restart your career or step into a high‑demand skilled trade? Workforce Buffalo, in partnership with Erie 1 BOCES, is offering a CNC Machining Career Pathway Program designed to prepare you for in‑demand roles in advanced manufacturing. This opportunity is funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

📆Dates:
Morning Class:
• August 10, 2026 – October 22, 2026
• Application Deadline: July 17, 2026
• 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Evening Class:
• August 25, 2026 – December 17, 2026
• Application Deadline: August 3, 2026
• 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM

📍 Location:
Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development – South Campus
950 Thruway Plaza Dr, Cheektowaga, NY 14225

🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

✅ This program may be for you if you are:
• Recently laid off or terminated
• Still seeking employment after unemployment benefits have ended
• Finding that gig work no longer provides reliable income
• Experiencing a household loss of income

🔥 Gain hands‑on training, industry‑recognized skills, and a pathway into a stable, well‑paying manufacturing career.

📲 To apply, visit:
https://wfd.e1b.org/student-services/registration-application-trades

05/18/2026

📢 Notice: Downtown Career Center Closure 5/19/26

The Workforce Buffalo Downtown Career Center will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 for staff professional development. We will reopen and resume regular operations on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to strengthen our team and better serve our community.

05/13/2026

🏥 Workforce Buffalo Medical Administrative Assistant Career Pathway Program – Now Accepting Applications!

Interested in launching a career in the healthcare field? Workforce Buffalo, in partnership with Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT), Kaleida Health, Catholic Health, and ECMC, is offering a career pathway program designed to prepare you for in-demand roles in medical administration. This opportunity is funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

📅 Program Dates:
• Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
• Program Start: September 8, 2026
• Program End: December 10, 2026

🕓 Class Schedule:
• Monday – Thursday
• 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Location: 368 Sycamore Street, Buffalo, NY 14204

🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be between ages 18 – 24
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license
• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or HSE
• Must meet and pass pre-enrollment requirements

✅ This program may be for you if you are:
• Out of school and struggling to find work
• Receiving public assistance (such as SNAP)
• Pregnant or parenting
• Facing challenges such as housing instability, justice system involvement, or disability

🔥 Gain the skills, experience, and connections needed to start a rewarding career in healthcare administration with leading local employers.

📲 To apply, visit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZMNEe_Xf4zP7PFbLYsJAAOcNXjkQpP4zNslppGozm0loZzQ/viewform

05/11/2026

⭐️ Workforce Buffalo Success Story Spotlight: Tanasha Vazquez-Camacho ⭐️

Workforce Buffalo proudly celebrates the inspiring journey of Tanasha Vazquez-Camacho, whose resilience and determination led her to a fulfilling career in healthcare after an unexpected change in plans.

After earning her Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice–Law Enforcement from Erie Community College, Tanasha was working two jobs while awaiting her police academy testing results. With her sights set on becoming a police officer, she faced a major setback when a knee injury required extensive physical therapy and ultimately prevented her from continuing on that path.

“I realized I needed to chart a new course,” Tanasha shared.

Though uncertain about her next steps, Tanasha found inspiration through her family—her mother, an X-ray technician, and her aunt, a pharmacy technician—who encouraged her to explore opportunities in healthcare.

She enrolled in Trocaire College’s Pharmacy Technician program and connected with ECHC Case Manager Natalie Crespo, who guided her through the application process for the Erie County Healthcare Careers Grant (ECHC).

“I couldn’t have been more relieved. My tuition was fully covered, and I received a stipend to help with transportation while attending school.”

With the support of ECHC, Tanasha successfully completed her training and secured a position as a Pharmacy Technician at Buffalo General Hospital.

“I go to work every day feeling dedicated and grateful, knowing how many obstacles I had to overcome to reach this point.”
Now thriving in her role, Tanasha plans to continue growing in the healthcare field and is excited about the possibilities ahead.

Workforce Buffalo congratulates Tanasha Vazquez-Camacho on her accomplishments and wishes her continued success as she builds her career in healthcare.

05/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our newest Workforce Buffalo 2nd Class Stationary Engineering Career Pathway Program graduates! 🎉

On Thursday, 5/7/26, a new cohort successfully completed the WNY Facility Solutions 2nd Class Stationary Engineering Career Pathway Program, proudly funded by Workforce Buffalo through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Each graduate received:
🛠️ A program completion certificate
👷 PPE equipment
🧤 Work gloves
🔧 A beginner set of hand tools

Before graduation, students were fully focused — doing last-minute exam prep and quizzing one another as they awaited the City of Buffalo exam proctor. Their teamwork and dedication were on full display.

👏 We’re proud to share that every graduate passed the City of Buffalo 2nd Class Stationary Engineer Exam! They will now head to City Hall to obtain their official licenses, opening the door to strong career opportunities in the skilled trades.

All graduates entered the program already employed, and through their hard work and commitment, have advanced into higher-level roles within their organizations after completing the program—a testament to the power of career pathway training and upskilling.

We are incredibly proud of this cohort for their dedication, growth, and achievement. This program continues to serve as a powerful pathway into high-demand engineering and facilities careers across Western New York.

Congratulations, graduates! 🎉

05/06/2026

📣 Join Workforce Buffalo at the NYS DOL Job Fair! 📣

We’re excited to attend the NYS Department of Labor Job Fair this Friday! Stop by to connect with employers, sharpen your job‑search tools, and learn about the workforce assistance services available through Workforce Buffalo.

📍 Location: Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Parkway
🗓 Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Workforce Buffalo will be on site to share information about our available workforce assistance services and resources to support your career journey.

Job Fair Highlights:
• 40+ employers in attendance
• On‑the‑spot interviews
• Resume workshops with career advisors
• Sponsored by Assemblymember Karen McMahon

Join us for this community event — we look forward to seeing you there!

05/04/2026

CDL Pathway Employer Connection Event! 🚛

On March 23, 2026, Workforce Buffalo proudly hosted an employment opportunity event for students enrolled in the Workforce Buffalo CDL Pathway Program. This event connected participants directly with local hiring employers looking to fill CDL driver positions throughout Western New York.

Hosted at the Workforce Buffalo Downtown Career Center, students had the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with employers, participate in on‑the‑spot interviews, and learn more about available local CDL driving opportunities and career pathways.

Events like this strengthen the connection between training and employment, ensuring our participants are career‑ready and connected to opportunities right here in our region.

👏 We’re proud to support our CDL students as they take the next step toward sustainable careers in transportation and logistics.

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