SUNY Schenectady Workforce Development and Community Education

08/31/2026

Register here: https://www.sunysccc.edu/About-Us/Workforce-Development-and-Community-Education/WFD-CE-Course-Registration/WFD-CE-Course-Registration-Form.html

08/29/2026

Check Out our NEW Drink Series with Expert SUNY Schenectady Professors/Chefs!

Here's our first course: Woodfired Cooking and Whiskey Pairings

Master the elements of flame, ash, and barrel in this primal, high-flavor culinary masterclass.

There is nothing quite like the deep, intoxicating aroma of live-fire cooking. In this immersive community education workshop, you will step into our professional culinary environment to explore the rugged world of wood-fired gastronomy. We are bringing together the harvest, the hearth, and the glass to teach you how oak, char, and smoke can be harnessed as actual culinary ingredients. The heart of this class is our specialized pairing lab, where we explore the deep relationship between wood-fired char and premium whiskies. You will discover how the smoky, caramelized notes of oak-aged spirits act as a bridge to rich, umami-forward dishes, mastering the delicate balance between char bitterness and spirit sweetness.

Class Themes Blended into the Night:

• Harvest, Heat & Hearth: Celebrate seasonal ingredients kissed by intense, direct wood fire.
• Oak, Char & Smoke Workshop: Learn the mechanics of wood selection, smoke density, and flame control.
• Wood-Fired Cooking: Witness professional techniques for searing, roasting, and ember-cooking.
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The Pairing Focus:

• Smoke as a Flavor Bridge: Using wood smoke to seamlessly connect complex food textures with complex spirits.
• Oak-Aged Spirits & Umami: Harnessing the savory depth of aged whiskey to elevate rich, flame-seared proteins.
• Barrel Characteristics: Deconstructing how vanilla, tannin, and oak notes in the glass complement char on the plate.
• The Bittersweet Balance: Learning to balance the bitter edge of wood char with the natural sweetness of malt and corn.

Note: Students must be 21 years of age or older. Please drink responsibly.

September 8
Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.
CRN # 91300 CFP 590-51
Fee: $75

Register here: https://www.sunysccc.edu/About-Us/Workforce-Development-and-Community-Education/WFD-CE-Course-Registration/WFD-CE-Course-Registration-Form.html

08/28/2026

Authentic NY Style Bagels & Naan

Let’s roll up our sleeves and learn the art of perfect bagel-making in this fun, hands-on class! You’ll mix, knead, shape, boil, and bake your own fresh bagels with a choice of toppings. Leave with warm bagels, new skills, and the confidence to recreate a bakery-quality bagel at home. Additionally, we will make classic, hearth baked naan.

Note: Please come prepared with an apron, a hat, and closed toed comfortable shoes.

September 12
Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
CRN # 91289 CFP 580-51
Fee: $150

Register here: https://www.sunysccc.edu/About-Us/Workforce-Development-and-Community-Education/WFD-CE-Course-Registration/WFD-CE-Course-Registration-Form.html

08/25/2026

Check Out our NEW Drink Series with Expert SUNY Schenectady Professors/Chefs!

Woodfired Cooking and Whiskey Pairings

Master the elements of flame, ash, and barrel in this primal, high-flavor culinary masterclass.

There is nothing quite like the deep, intoxicating aroma of live-fire cooking. In this immersive community education workshop, you will step into our professional culinary environment to explore the rugged world of wood-fired gastronomy. We are bringing together the harvest, the hearth, and the glass to teach you how oak, char, and smoke can be harnessed as actual culinary ingredients. The heart of this class is our specialized pairing lab, where we explore the deep relationship between wood-fired char and premium whiskies. You will discover how the smoky, caramelized notes of oak-aged spirits act as a bridge to rich, umami-forward dishes, mastering the delicate balance between char bitterness and spirit sweetness.

Class Themes Blended into the Night:

• Harvest, Heat & Hearth: Celebrate seasonal ingredients kissed by intense, direct wood fire.
• Oak, Char & Smoke Workshop: Learn the mechanics of wood selection, smoke density, and flame control.
• Wood-Fired Cooking: Witness professional techniques for searing, roasting, and ember-cooking.
•
The Pairing Focus:

• Smoke as a Flavor Bridge: Using wood smoke to seamlessly connect complex food textures with complex spirits.
• Oak-Aged Spirits & Umami: Harnessing the savory depth of aged whiskey to elevate rich, flame-seared proteins.
• Barrel Characteristics: Deconstructing how vanilla, tannin, and oak notes in the glass complement char on the plate.
• The Bittersweet Balance: Learning to balance the bitter edge of wood char with the natural sweetness of malt and corn.

Note: Students must be 21 years of age or older. Please drink responsibly.

September 8
Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.
CRN # 91300 CFP 590-51
Fee: $75

For a full list of courses in our new Drink Series and to register, visit our website: https://www.sunysccc.edu/About-Us/Workforce-Development-and-Community-Education/Program-and-Course-Catalog/Fall/culinary-courses.html

08/24/2026

Culinary courses at SUNY Schenectady!

NEW course! Authentic NY Style Bagels & Naan

Let’s roll up our sleeves and learn the art of perfect bagel-making in this fun, hands-on class! You’ll mix, knead, shape, boil, and bake your own fresh bagels with a choice of toppings. Leave with warm bagels, new skills, and the confidence to recreate a bakery-quality bagel at home. Additionally, we will make classic, hearth baked naan.

Note: Please come prepared with an apron, a hat, and closed toed comfortable shoes.

September 12
Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
CRN # 91289 CFP 580-51
Fee: $150

Register here: https://www.sunysccc.edu/About-Us/Workforce-Development-and-Community-Education/WFD-CE-Course-Registration/WFD-CE-Course-Registration-Form.html

08/21/2026

More from Our Becoming a Young Aviator Course!

Take a closer look at the exciting experiences and hands-on learning from our Becoming a Young Aviator course! From exploring the world of aviation to discovering new skills and opportunities, our young aviators had an unforgettable week of learning, curiosity, and fun.

We’re proud to help inspire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts and future leaders!

08/21/2026

SUNY Schenectady’s Workforce Development & Community Education is proud to partner with the Empire State Aerosciences Museum to inspire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts!

This week, August 17–21, students took to the skies through the Becoming a Young Aviator course, exploring the exciting world of aviation and gaining hands-on experiences along the way.

We’re thrilled to support opportunities that spark curiosity, build skills, and help young people discover where their passions can take them!

A unique program at the Empire State Aerosciences Museum (ESAM) took aviation education beyond the classroom and gave participants the chance to get hands-on experience in the cockpit. MORE: https://www.news10.com/top-stories/teenagers-take-to-the-skies-with-the-young-aviators-program/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WTEN

06/04/2026

05/13/2026

Summer 2026 - Kid and Teen Academy!

Musical Theater Workshop

Do you love to act and sing? Have you ever wondered what it is like to be in a musical production? In this course, students, ages 10-15, will learn the basic techniques of acting, stage presence, proper singing techniques and vocal independence, and understanding of the theater. The course will end with a performance of a musical play.

Note: The anticipated show will be Seussical Junior.

Monday - Friday
July 20 – July 31
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
CRN # 60380 CFP 307-01
Fee: $595

Register here: https://www.sunysccc.edu/About-Us/Workforce-Development-and-Community-Education/WFD-CE-Course-Registration/WFD-CE-Course-Registration-Form.html

04/25/2026

This was a special week for our Culinary Cannabis students 🌿

In celebration of the 4/20 holiday, they took learning beyond the classroom with a Schenectady “Green Crawl” alongside their instructor Kim—visiting local dispensaries, exploring products, and engaging directly with industry professionals.

Real-world experience, thoughtful questions, and a whole lot of curiosity—our students continue to impress. 💚

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