Microcredentials
Microcredentials for Major Career Moves
Microcredentials are focused, flexible, and career-aligned to build in-demand skills. Enroll in credit microcredentials with tuition as low as $1,907, and non-credit at competitive rates and sometimes even free. You'll earn a digital badge to enhance your resume.
- Convenient - Learn new skills in weeks and months, not years.
- Stackable - Gain credits toward a full bachelor's degrees.
- Affordable - Only $295 per credit for NYS students, military, and veterans. Non-credit free and low cost.
- Portable - Earn a digital badge and/or SUNY academic credits.
FREE Truck and Diesel Microcredentials Summer Schedule
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Before your hands-on lab, you’ll complete 10 hours of online, self-paced lecture during the week leading up to it.
Then it’s time to put that knowledge into action. Each microcredential includes a two-day, in-person lab running from 8 AM to 6 PM both days. See the dates below to plan ahead!
Heavy Duty Brakes
Students will be introduced to basic heavy-duty brake systems and be able to perform basic diagnosis, service, and adjustment on construction vehicles and related heavy equipment.
Dates
- May 11 & 12 (Two-day, in-person labs are from 6 AM – 4 PM for this date.)
- June 22 & 23
- July 27 & 28
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Basic Weld Methods
Students will be introduced to welding techniques and processes related to basic service for construction vehicles and heavy equipment. This course covers safety protocols, stick and MIG welding, and cutting and heating techniques.
Dates
- May 11 & 12
- June 8 & 9
- June 22 & 23
- July 20 & 21
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Rigging & Lifting
Students will explore overhead crane operations and the safe use of rigging and lifting equipment. Participants will gain hands-on experience selecting appropriate rigging hardware, performing inspections, and executing proper lifting techniques to ensure workplace safety and operational efficiency.
Dates
- June 1 & 2
- June 15 & 16
- July 13 & 14
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Heavy Duty HVAC
This course covers the basics of heavy-duty HVAC service, focusing on refrigeration trailers. Students will be trained for Section 609 of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 certification and basic heavy-duty HVAC systems work.
Dates
- June 8 & 9
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Advanced Powertrain Dynamics
Students will learn the basics of advanced powertrain dynamics, focusing on identification, diagnosis, and service.
Dates
- June 29 & 30
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Advanced Hydrostatic Transmissions
Students will be introduced to hydrostatic transmissions, be able to identify key components to the system to diagnose and repair system failures.
Dates
- June 29 & 30
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MICROCREDENTIALS
NON-CREDIT MICROCREDENTIALS
Microcredential Payment Options
- Pay online with a debit or credit card.
- NYS Part-Time TAP for non-degree workforce credential programs.
If you have not attended college previously, or did attend but have NYS TAP eligibility remaining, you may qualify for Part-Time TAP if you meet the
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for Part-Time TAP by completing the and the NYS TAP application or . A link to apply for TAP is available when you complete the FAFSA or can access the directly.
Have questions about your eligibility? Reach out to the Student Records and Financial Services Office and let them know you are interested in Part-Time TAP for a non-degree workforce credential program. - Apply for a non-degree student loan.
Below are lenders that allow students to be non-matriculated and less than part-time. The links will take you to the appropriate landing page for the loan you are eligible to apply for.- - (844) 422-7502
- - (855) 756-5626
- Students must register for an account on the desired lender's website and complete an online application. Students can call the borrower customer service for the appropriate lender if they have questions during the application process (above).
- Employer Pay
Employers can pay with their corporate card at the time of registration or contact the Center for Extended Learning for more options.
Microcredential Faculty
For More Information
Please email the Center for Extended Learning or call 607‑587‑4015.