Dec 06, 2025  
Workforce Development & Community Education 
    
Workforce Development & Community Education

Law, Safety & Public Service

Location(s): SUNY Westchester Community College


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Legal knowledge is essential for understanding the responsibilities and obligations of citizens within a constitutional republic society. Civic roles involve actively participating in governance, adhering to laws, and ensuring justice. Legal frameworks, such as constitutional law, shape these responsibilities and promote community engagement. Legal education equips public servants with the knowledge and skills to navigate complex legal systems, advocate for justice, and contribute to public policy development. By understanding the interplay between legal knowledge and civic roles, individuals can play a more informed and engaged part in shaping their communities and society.

Course Offerings


  • Security Guard Certification
  • Notary Public Training
  • Civil Service
  • Drivers Pre-Licensing Class
  • DASA Training
  • School Violence Prevention and Intervention

Spring Course Offerings


ServSafe Allergens, IN-PERSON
1 W, Apr. 22, 6:00-8:30 pm, GTW-376, $95. #37301CE-CERTS 2061  

ServSafe Food Service Sanitation & Safety, IN-PERSON $336 (+ textbook).

  • Sec. A: 7 M, Feb. 2-Mar. 16, 6:00-8:15 pm, GTW-376. #37299
  • Sec. B: 7 W, Mar. 4-Apr. 15, 6:00-8:15 pm, GTW-376. #37300CE-CERTS 2000  

DASA Training: Training in Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying and Discrimination in Schools​, $100. D Flynn-Capalbo.

  • Sec. A: IN-PERSON at SUNY Westchester Ossining:1 Sat., 9:00 am-3:00 pm, Mar. 7. #37399
  • Sec. B: REMOTE 1 Sat., 9:00 am-3:00 pm, Apr. 11. #37400CE-CERTS 2058OS   

School Violence Prevention and Intervention, $57. D Flynn-Capalbo.

  • Sec. A: IN-PERSON at SUNY Westchester Ossining:1 Sat., 9:00 am-12:00 noon, Mar. 14 . #37389
  • Sec. B: REMOTE 1 Sat., 9:00 am-12:00 noon, May 2. #37390CE-CERTS 2002OS   

Mandated Training for Child Abuse and Neglect, $74. D Flynn-Capalbo.

Sec. A: ​IN-PERSON at SUNY Westchester Ossining: 1 Sat., 9:00 am-12:00 noon, Feb. 7. #37372
Sec. B: REMOTE 1 Sat., 9:00 am-12:00 noon, Apr. 18. #37373CE-CERTS 2001OS   

Drivers Pre-Licensing Class, IN-PERSON at SUNY Westchester Ossining
1 Sun. 9:00 am 2:00 pm, $62. T Gomes. To register, call 914-606-7406.

  • Sec. A: Feb. 1. #37401
  • Sec. B: Mar. 1. #37402
  • Sec. C: Apr. 5. #37403
  • Sec. D: May 3. #37404CE-DRIVE 2001OS   

Prepare for the NYS Notary Public test

NYS Notary Public Law Refresher, REMOTE
1 T, Feb. 10, 9:30 am-1:30 pm, $82. V Bujanow. #​37302CE-CRXPL 2034  

Notary Public Exam Prep, REMOTE
1 M, Mar. 9, 9:30 am-1:30 pm, $82. V Bujanow. #​37303CE-CERTS 2043  

Notary Signing Agent Seminar, REMOTE
1 M., Apr. 20, 5:30-9:30 pm, $82. V Bujanow. #​37304CE-CRXPL 2033  

Prepare for NY State Civil Service Exams

Civil Service Exam Prep, IN-PERSON
9 T/Th, Jan. 27-Feb. 24, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203, $395 (+ textbook). #37305CE-TESTG 2019  

Prepare for a Career as a Security Guard

8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training for Security Guards, IN-PERSON

  • Sec A: 1 Wed., Jan. 21, 9:00 am-5:30 pm, GTW-110, M Caixeiro. #37750
  • Sec B: 1 Wed., Mar. 25, 9:00 am-5:30 pm, GTW-110, M Caixeiro. #37751
  • Sec C: 1 Wed., May 20, 9:00 am-5:30 pm, GTW-110, M Caixeiro. #6006

CE-CRXPL 2039  
      
Security Guard 16-Hour On-the-Job Training, IN-PERSON 

  • Sec A: 2 Thur/Fri, Jan. 22 - 23, 9:00 am-5:30 pm, GTW-110, M Caixeiro. #37753
  • Sec B: 2 Thur/Fri, Mar. 26 - 27, 9:00 am-5:30 pm, GTW-110, M Caixeiro. #37754
  • Sec C: 2 Thur/Fri, May 21 - 22, 9:00 am-5:30 pm, GTW-110, M Caixeiro. #6007

CE-CRXPL 2040  

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