FAST FACTS
of our Medical Interpreter Students who take the National Certification Exam Pass and Receive the Core CCHI credential
Pass rate from our Certified Billing and Coding Certificate Course
Student pass rate on the NHA certification exam from our Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification Program
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The City College of New York (CCNY)'s Continuing and Professional Studies (CPS) will help you achieve your goal in becoming a certified professional! Whether you want to become a Pharmacy Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, explore new careers in information technology, or attend our intensive English Language Institute, you can start your new learning journey with us. If you are looking for online certifications such as Online Hybrid Medical Billing & Coding, International Procurement, or if your aim is to enter the I.T. industry with a Google I.T. certificate, we are here as your partners for success.
Expanding on City College of New York (CCNY)’s mission to produce citizens who make an impact on the cultural, social, and economic vitality of New York, the nation, and the world, CCNY CPS program was founded in 1997 as a bridge to the community, with the primary goal of providing participants with quality education and training as a means to achievement and economic improvement. CPS, formerly known as ACE, was known for its experience offering adult basic education, helping community residents improve their literacy skills in English and obtain their GED diplomas. CPS slowly expanded services with its tuition- based, grant-funded programs. CPS was the department that linked the college to the community, the program that offered enrichment, remedial and professional, and workforce development courses. Explore our webpages and learn more about our offerings. #LearnWithus!
"I am happy and grateful to the amazing CPS team of City College New York and Bronx Lebanon Hospital Special Care center. The training that I received prepared me to hit the ground running from day one at the job. Thank you guys again"
- Simon, Allied Health Graduate
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Juan Mercado, dean of Interdisciplinary Studies at CWE, at the behest of President Vince Boudreau, has been overseeing and relaunching Continuing and Professional Studies for almost a year. Their mission is to offer students the future of work. They are implementing the career paths that students are clamoring for: healthcare, environmental engineering, tech certifications, even liberal arts that include video editing and graphic illustration for books. “Alumnus” Editor Thea Klapwald chatted with Mercado about the changes. He encouraged alumni to take a look at the courses offered as they are about 90% online. “We offer a variety of classes on different subject areas: www.ccny.cuny.edu/cps,” said Mercado. Alumni Association members get a 10 percent discount.
CPS was featured as a "Program Highlight" in the Fall 2022 Volume of The City College of New York Alumni Association. Read what CPS' Dean Juan Carlos Mercado had to say about our program's future on pages 18-19.
Course Highlight: TWO FREE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COURSES
in JANUARY 2025!
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: From Strategy to Implementation. More info here.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. More info here.
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Allied Health
“I’m so grateful to say that I have completed the CNA program and passed both the state written and skill exams and became a Certified Nurse Assistant. This program helped me a lot especially Professor Castro. She’s one of the best teachers I have ever had. She was caring for all of us and wants us to succeed. I couldn’t have done it without her! This program will be beneficial for people who are going into the medical field. I can't wait to share with you all my future steps which is a PA program and CCNY will be my first choice of program. Thank you guys once again.”
- Samar, Certified Nursing Assistant
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant)
Medical Interpreter
Pharmacy Technician
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Intensive English Classes
"The English Language Institute is amazing and beneficial, especially for people who continue to attend college. I feel more confident to speak, read and write English."
- John, ELI Student and CCNY Graduate
Are you ready for intensive English classes--four times a week, five hours a day? Visit our English Language Institute (ELI) page.
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We also offer free non-intensive workforce-based English and GED classes at CPS. This is not designed for international students or student seeking intensive English program for academic purposes. We have a waiting list for English and GED.
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), overall employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032. About 377,500 openings are projected each year, on average, in these occupations due to employment growth and the need to replace workers who leave the occupations permanently.
Google IT Support Professional Certification
CISCO Networking and Cybersecurity Certification
Some of our tech courses may be offered for FREE because of a grant. Visit our Information Technology Page.
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Our teachers are your partners for success.
Meet some of them.
Judilyn F. Canete
Judilyn F. Canete is a Certified Coding and Billing Specialist. The record passing rate of 98% made the college trust the company’s competence and knowledge in this field. She crafted the first and only Online/Hybrid Certified Billing and Coding Specialist in New York which the college has been using to train hospital workers and individuals to become Certified Billing and Coding Specialists.The 100% passing rate on the 2016 and 2017 Medical Billing and Coding Specialist National Board Exam has been its most successful endeavor in the training and education services field.
For more information or to register for upcoming classes taught by Judilyn Canete CLICK HERE
Danny Roman
Professor Roman has been teaching Pharmacy Technician Certificate Courses since 2010 and specifically at the Office of Continuing and Professional Studies since 2012. He has an extensive educational background in Biology and also works at an Inpatient Hospital Pharmacy.
For more information or to register for upcoming classes taught by Danny Roman CLICK HERE
Christian Gonzalez
Mr. Christian González, is an experienced Spanish Medical and Legal Interpreter-Translator. He has worked in the private and public sectors in the Greater New York Metropolitan area in inpatient and outpatient settings within the context of General Medicine, Specialties and Psychiatry. Mr. González earned his BA in Interpretation and Translation from Hunter College, is a nationally certified medical interpreter by the National Board of Certification of Medical Interpreters and the Certification Commission for Health Care Interpreters and a New York certified court interpreter. Mr. Gonzalez has published a short story “Memoria Circular” in La Revista de la Academia at Hunter College.
For more information or to register for upcoming classes taught by Christian Gonzalez CLICK HERE
Carmen Castro
Carmen Castro is an excellently trained and motivated Professional Registered Nurse (RN) with over 25 years providing high-quality patient care and higher education. Highly credentialed with several achievements and awards, courses taught include Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide Training. Skillset includes all aspects of clinical and nursing skills - from critical procedures, clinical evaluations and assessments to medication administration, documentation, management, Para- Professional Health Institute teaching and staff training using the latest technologies
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