GENERAL INFORMATION

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ADMISSIONS TEST
Certain programs (as noted in this catalog) require a passing score on the Workforce Development Admissions Test prior to registration. This test will take approximately 15 minutes. In special cases the test may be waived. For further information please call 718.982.2182.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER
The College reserves the right to cancel classes due to inclement weather or at the discretion of the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development. Call 718.982.2182 for class make-up information. For snow day information, call Security at 1.718.982.2116.

TEXTBOOKS
Unless otherwise specified, textbooks are not included in course tuition. All required texts may be purchased at the bookstore in the Campus Center (Building 1C). Call 1.718.982.2182 to learn if a text is necessary for your class. For Barnes & Noble College Bookstore hours, call 718.982.3030.

ID CARDS
All students attending classes for more than one night must obtain a student ID. Please request a letter from our office to take to Campus Safety, Building 2A, Room 108. Call 718.982.2116.

PARKING
Continuing Education classes that are more than five weeks in succession require a parking decal, available for a fee in Building 1A, Room 102. Call 718.982.2294.

TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS
Please call 718.982.2182 or visit the CSI Webpage at www.csi.cuny.edu

FUNDING SOURCES

TUITION ASSISTANCE MAY BE AVAILABLE
You may be eligible for free job training if you meet certain guidelines. Call 718.982.2170 for information.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Check with your union or employer.

TERI
Continuing Education Loan from The Education Resources Institute (TERI). For an application, call 718.982.2182. The Office of Continuing Education requires a student to sign a memorandum of understanding regarding the College accepting TERI Loan checks to pay for tuition.

WIA-ITA VOUCHERS
If you are looking for a new career or to upgrade your skills, you may be eligible for a WIA-ITA voucher. For information, call the Staten Island Workforce 1 Career Center: 718.556.9155.

VETERANS' ADMINISTRATION EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Call 718.982.2307.

VESID
Vocational Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities, including veterans with non-service-related disabilities call 718.816.4800.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The College of Staten Island is committed to a campus environment that reflects and respects our pluralistic and culturally diverse society. The College admits students without regard to age, alienage or citizenship, color, gender, handicap, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status. In welcoming new students to our campus, we are committed to providing equal educational opportunity and a learning environment in which students are free to realize their full potential as productive members of the community.

REGISTRATION
In Person: Building 2A, Room 201-check, money order, credit card, or cash (exact change only after 4:00pm, please)
By Phone: 718.982.2182 to register if you are using a credit card (VISA and MasterCard).
By Fax: 718.982.2038 to register if you are using a credit card.
By Mail: Do not mail cash!

College of Staten Island
Office of Continuing Education
2800 Victory Boulevard
North Administration Building (2A), Room 201
Staten Island, NY 10314

REGISTRATION FEES
The non-refundable registration fees are:
$5 per one-day workshop/seminar
$20 per semester for all other courses
$35 Late registration fee (two weeks from the start of a course)
$10 Late registration fee for courses 3 sessions or less (one week from the start of the course)

REDUCED FEES
Seniors, 65 and over: 35%; CSI Alumni, 25%; Full-time and part-time CSI employees and immediate family members*, 30%. Sorry, but no discounts apply to Online Certificates, Instructor Led Distance Learning Courses, Online courses, The Certified Bookkeeper, CISCO, School Violence Prevention, Food Handler’s Certification, and WITS Fitness Training courses. Places are subject to availability of classes and seating. (*Limited to spouse/partner and children)

CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS
Each Continuing Education course requires a minimum number of paid registrations. Please register early to ensure your place in class and reduce the possibility of course cancellation. Due to the special requirements of some programs and the limited availability of space, some courses may be scheduled in locations other that the main CSI campus. The College of Staten Island and the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development will make
every effort to ensure that all classes will be given as listed in this Catalog; however, unforeseen circumstances may occur. The College and the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development, at their discretion, reserve the right to make changes in procedures, program fees, class days, times, and locations, or cancel classes due to insufficient registration. The Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development shall make every reasonable effort to notify all registered students of any changes prior to the first session. Should changes or a cancellation occur, a full refund will be available. Full refund shall be the sole limit of all liability of the College of Staten Island, the Office of Continuing Education, and/or The City University of New York. In the event of the inability to continue offering a course or program of study, the College, the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development, and/or The City University of New York shall not be liable for refund of tuition of any completed courses. A refund form may be obtained from the Office of Continuing Education, and refunds are granted under the following guidelines:

Before first session: 100%
After first session (two-day or more courses): 85%
No refunds granted after the second meeting of a course. One-meeting courses are not subject to refund after the course meets.
Refund processing is subject to all College of Staten Island, City University of New York, and State of New York restrictions and time frames. Your patience is greatly appreciated.