Several courses will be available this spring to help CSEA-represented employees develop their English language or pronunciation skills or refresh their reading, writing, and math skills. 

All courses are free and open to CSEA-represented NYS employees. Other CSEA-represented employees may enroll as space permits. All employees must receive supervisory approval to attend courses without charge to leave credits unless the classes are held on the employee’s pass day.

Enroll in the Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS) using the relevant SLMS Class Code, or complete and return our application form. 

For more information, review the course details below, call (800) 253-4332 or email [email protected]. 

Pronunciation can be difficult, even for native American English speakers. This course is a continuation of Focus on Pronunciation: Level 1; participants are encouraged—but not required—to complete Level 1 prior to Level 2. 
This course will help you expand your pronunciation and verbal communication skills, regardless of your first language. You’ll practice speaking clearly and accurately in everyday situations, explore the rhythm of the English language, and develop a plan to improve your personal pronunciation.

By the end of the class, you will be able to:

• Listen for differences when pronouncing words.
• Explore how rhythm and intonation (pattern of high and low notes) add meaning to speech.
• Identify correct emphasis (stress) for common words.
• Develop a plan to improve your personal pronunciation.

CSEA Metropolitan Region 2 Course Details

CSEA Metropolitan Region Office, 125 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038
Wednesdays | 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3 & 10
SLMS Code: P_OE_R2_5798
Apply by February 20, 2024

Enroll in sLMS or use our application form (pdf)

CSEA Capital Region 4 Course Details 

Office of General Services, 1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 5, Albany, NY 12226
Thursdays | 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Feb. 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28 & April 4 
SLMS Code: P_OE_R4_5782 
Apply by February 15, 2024

Enroll in SLMS or use our application form (PDF)

The goal of this course is for participants to practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in the English language with a focus on their roles as employees, community members, family members, and citizens. U.S. culture and customs will also be discussed. The course consists of six all-day classes that meet one day per week. Participants should have a basic understanding of the English language. The first class includes a mandatory skills evaluation. 

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Define and apply new vocabulary words.
• Identify and use community resources necessary for daily living.
• Communicate basic needs at work and in the community.
• Complete basic forms; interpret maps, schedules, simple charts, and graphs.

CSEA Capital Region 4 Course Details 

Office of General Services, 1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 5, Albany, NY 12226
Wednesdays | 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8 & 15
SLMS Code: P_OE_R4_5792
Apply by March 27, 2024

ENroll in SLMS or use our application forM (PDF)

This six-week course is a refresher of basic math topics such as whole numbers, fractions, algebraic expressions, and word problems. Participants will also examine small datasets for mean, median, and mode, and interpret simple graphs.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Perform basic math calculations with whole numbers and fractions.
• Round values to simplify mental calculations and estimate a value.
• Use the order of operations to solve word problems and algebraic expressions.
• Calculate the mean, median, and mode of a small dataset.
• Interpret bar graphs and pie charts.

Students can request extra help by appointment.

Online Course Details 

Each online class is three hours.
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
March 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28; April 2, 4, 9 & 11, 2024
An optional orientation will be held the week prior to the start of class to explain the online learning platform, Canvas.
Apply by February 20, 2024
SLMS Code: P_AEB_R9_5830   
ENROLL IN SLMS OR USE OUR APPLICATION FORM (pdf)