These courses will be available this Spring semester to help CSEA-represented employees develop their English language 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.

Phone: (800)253-4332 
Email: [email protected]
 

This class meets online for two half-day sessions a week for six weeks. Attendance is required at all sessions. You must have access to a computer and an internet connection.

This class builds upon topics introduced in Math Refresher 1 and is a refresher of math topics such as percentages, ratios, and proportions. You will also perform basic calculations with signed numbers, calculate compound interest, and interpret simple graphs. You are strongly encouraged to take Math Refresher 1 first.

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

• Perform math calculations with fractions, decimals, percentages, and signed numbers.
• Write ratios.
• Calculate proportions.
• Calculate compound interest in word problems.
• Interpret bar graphs and pie charts.
• Use the order of operations to solve word problems and algebraic expressions.
   

Online Course - Statewide

February 25, 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; April 1 & 3, 2025 

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

SLMS Class Code: P_AEB_R9_6045

Apply by February 11, 2025.

Enroll through SLMS or use our application form.

This class meets in-person one day per week for six weeks. Attendance is required all days.

In this class, you will practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in the English language with a focus on your role as an employee, community member, family member, and citizen. You should have a basic understanding of the English language. The first class includes a mandatory skills evaluation.

By the end of the class, you 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

Harriman State Office Campus - Albany
1220 Washington Ave.

February 26; March 5, 12, 19, 26 & April 2, 2025
Alternate snow date: April 9, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SLMS Class Code: P_OE_R4_6063
 

Apply by February 12, 2025.

Enroll through SLMS or use our application form.