Community & Business

The Kittredge Center for Business & Workforce Development is home to the college's Business and Community Services Division. A resource for businesses, organizations, and individuals, offerings range from training and consulting to adult basic education classes.

Professional Development Courses & Programs

Enhance your skills and advance your career with our professional development courses. We offer training, testing and certification in a variety of fields, including K-12 education, health care, real estate, hospitality and more. Ready for a change? Our Career Center professionals will help you develop a plan to achieve your goals, polish your resume, and conduct a job search.

 

Personal Enrichment Courses & Programs

Whether you’re looking to continue a hobby or try something new, HCC’s Personal Enrichment courses offer something for everyone at an affordable price. These courses don't have grades or exams--just engaging experiences in a fun, “small-class” environment.

 

Training & Workforce Options

TWO is a one-of-a-kind collaboration between Holyoke Community College and Springfield Technical Community College that provides affordable custom contract training for your business—at your business, on your schedule and customized to fit your company's needs.

 

Testing & Test Preparation

The Center for Business and Professional Development offers a range of testing and test preparation services to help advance your academic and career goals. From GED prep courses to CLEP exams for college credit to High Stakes Testing opportunities, the Center is Western Mass's premiere resource.

 

Computers & Technology Programs

If you're looking to brush up your computer skills or learn current market-leading software, HCC's Kittredge Center can help. We offer affordable courses in Microsoft Word, Project, Excel, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop-to name just a few.

 

Picknelly Adult & Family Education Center

Located on the third and fourth floors of the new Holyoke Transportation Center, the Picknelly Adult and Family Education Center was established by members of the Juntos Collaborative, Holyoke Public Schools, and Holyoke Community College (HCC) to provide Holyoke residents with adult basic education and related services in an easily accessible location.

 

Adult Basic Education

Holyoke Community College's Adult Basic Education (ABE) Programs provide basic skills instruction in math, writing, and reading to adult learners in order to prepare them for jobs or higher education. These programs can be found at a number of locations throughout Western Massachusetts.