Programs & Services Accessed by CSEA-Represented NYS Employees
Welcome to the NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training, a collaboration between the Office of Employee Relations (OER) and the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA).
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your skills, earn a degree, prepare for a promotion, or explore a new career path, the Partnership is here to help.
As a CSEA-represented NYS employee, you have access to a wide range of education, training, and career development programs designed to help you succeed. These union-negotiated benefits are available at no additional cost, so we encourage you to make the most of our expansive offerings!
Get Education & Career Advisement
Education & Career Advisement Services
Our team of expert advisors is here to guide you through career and education options, tuition benefits, and financial resources to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Our Advisors can help with:
- Education & Career Planning
- Tuition & Financial Assistance
- Adult Education & Skills Support
Save Money on Tuition & Education Costs
Tuition Benefits Program
Save money on tuition and exam fees in pursuit of a college degree, trade training, essential skills, or job-specific certifications. We offer:
- Up to $5,000 per year in Tuition Benefits
- Statewide Targeted Tuition Benefits
- Exam Fee Reimbursement
Statewide Targeted Tuition Benefits
Get up to $2,500 in additional tuition support by enrolling in a training program for one of these high-demand career fields in New York State:
- Nursing
- Welding
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Advance Your Career with In-Person & Online Courses
The Partnership offers a variety of learning opportunities designed to help employees build job-related skills, enhance their professional development, and prepare for future career opportunities. We offer:
- Live, Instructor-Led Skills for Success Courses
- Self-Paced Online Courses
- Online Learning Certificates
Grow Within State Service with Career Development Programs
Get the skills you need to grow your career and meet New York State’s workforce demands in high-need areas.
Trades, Operations & Maintenance
Trades, Operations & Maintenance courses are offered through our Skills for Success program. You can also use your tuition benefits for trade training, and get additional tuition support by enrolling in CDL, HVAC, or Welding programs.
Safety & Health
Safety & Health courses are offered through our Skills for Success program. You can also use your tuition benefits for safety and health related courses, and get additional tuition support by enrolling in a nursing program.
Adult Education Basics (AEB)
AEB courses are offered through our Skills for Success program to help you improve language (ESOL and pronunciation), reading, writing, and math skills. Advisors can help you enroll in our classes, set goals, and find community resources. You can also use your tuition benefits for ESOL, high school equivalency, and other prep courses.
Administrative Assistant Traineeship (AAT)
This two-year program prepares Administrative Assistant Trainees for advancement to Administrative Assistant 1 through targeted training in essential workplace skills. Employees can fulfill mandatory and elective course requirements through many of the Partnership’s in-person & online courses.
Programs and Services Accessed by CSEA-Represented NYS Employees
Programs and Services Accessed by CSEA-Represented NYS Employees
This video will cover programs and services available to both CSEA-represented New York State employees and Labor & Management Representatives. These union-negotiated benefits are available at no additional cost, so we encourage you to make the most of our expansive offerings!
Programs and Services Accessed by CSEA-Represented NYS Employees
This video will cover programs and services available to both CSEA-represented New York State employees and Labor & Management Representatives. These union-negotiated benefits are available at no additional cost, so we encourage you to make the most of our expansive offerings!
