Vision
Dutchess BOCES Adult Career & Technical Education will be viewed as the premier educational and support services provider for our community, public and private agencies and employers.
Mission
Offer the best life-long learning opportunities and services to our community to enhance personal and professional development leading to improved quality of life.
Dutchess BOCES has one of the most diverse and comprehensive educational programs of any BOCES in New York State. The Adult Career & Technical Education Division is a major component of BOCES, serving residents in Dutchess County, and throughout the Mid-Hudson Region.
Adult Career & Technical Education Divisions:
MTI
MTI offers career training opportunities in Vocational Trades, and a wide range of Information Technology Programs. Our experienced and certified instructors provide quality hands-on training in areas such as HVAC, Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician and many others. New programs and courses are being developed constantly to keep up with the rapidly changing Information Technology industry.
MTI is a post-secondary technical training institution serving job seekers, current workers, and business and industries of the greater Hudson Valley. MTI responds directly to employers' need for skilled workers and continuously strives to stay ahead of changing technologies.
The main goal is to serve community needs. The focus of our program is to encourage individuals to “UNLOCK THEIR POTENTIAL” through lifelong learning. Classes are offered during the day, evenings and on weekends. Courses offered assist community members to upgrade current job skills, prepare for new careers and grow personally and professionally. Our offerings range from courses providing highly technical skills to classes promoting general interest and self-development.
Adult Career & Learning Center @ FPC
At the Adult Career & Learning Center @ FPC, BOCES offers various training and services in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Dutchess BOCES is a partner with the FPC in helping to make the community a better place by working with people to improve their lives. FPC acts as a community center housing many organizations with the goal of serving the community. We invite you to drop by and see how much BOCES and the Family Partnership Center has to offer.
Career & Technical Institute [CTI]
Our traditional continuing education classes are offered at the Career & Technical Institute [CTI] on Salt Point Turnpike. Courses include classes in most of the trade areas: automotive, bartending, welding, carpentry and many others. Our Defensive Driving Program is a recognized leader in the field, and special classes can be developed for groups or business at reduced rates.