Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development - Ken-Ton Center

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Accredited

Council on Occupational Education (COE)

Open

Enrollment

$7,500

Avg. Tuition

3,500

Total Students

Suburban

Tonawanda, NY

Founded 1948

Multiple Erie 1 BOCES adult career training centers across WNY

About Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development - Ken-Ton Center

Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development serves the Buffalo metro through multiple career and technical training centers (Ken-Ton, Harkness, Potter Road, and others). Adult Career Training programs include Welding, HVAC, Electrical, Cosmetology, Barbering, Practical Nursing, Pharmacy Technician, GED, and English as a Second Language. The Ken-Ton Center is one of the primary adult workforce locations.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianAutomotive TechnicianCosmetologyMedical AssistantCarpentryPharmacy TechnicianIt Networking

Programs Offered

Welding

Certificate (AWS-aligned)

Duration: 9-12 months
Tuition: $6,500

HVAC/R

Certificate + EPA 608 prep

Duration: 9-12 months
Tuition: $7,500

Electrical Construction

Certificate

Duration: 9-12 months
Tuition: $7,500

Practical Nursing

Diploma + LPN licensure prep

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $12,500

Cosmetology

Diploma + NY State licensure prep

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $9,500

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
15:1
Hands-On Training
75%
Start Dates
Rolling, multiple cohorts per year
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

16+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • Basic skills assessment for some programs
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $7,500
Books & Supplies $500
Equipment Fees $300
Estimated Total $8,300

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • WIOA workforce funding
  • NY State TAP for eligible programs

Graduate Outcomes

N/A

Graduation Rate

N/A

Job Placement Rate

N/A

Licensure Pass Rate

Top Employers

WNY-area HVAC and welding contractorsKaleida HealthCatholic Health System (Buffalo)M&T BankLocal manufacturing employers

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available

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