CAREER RELATED ASSOCIATIONS, GROUPS, LINKS
What are some of the benefits of joining a professional organization?
1. Stay current with the latest information, technology and trends in the industry
2. Get inside information on opportunities in your field of study
3. Access to scholarships, internships, jobs, and mentors
4. Build skills and knowledge by attending workshops, conferences and serving on committees
Below is a partial list of associations separated by program of study. Additional association can be found at: Yahoo Organizations
ACCOUNTING:
American Accounting Association (links, local conferences and career information)
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers
Academy of Accounting Historians
Accountants for the Public Interest
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
American Society of Women Accountants
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Association of Government Accountants (AGA)
Beta Alpha Psi-The National Accounting Fraternity
Institute of Internal Auditors
Institute of Management Accountants
National Association of Black Accountants
Society of Management Accountants
U.S. State Licensing Boards of Accountancy
U.S. State and Local CPA Societies
AVIATION:
Aviation Club / Barbara Jones, (518) 381-1266 ~ For those interested in the field of aviation or in pursuing the aviation degree program.
New York Aviation Management Association
Air Transport Association of America
American Association of Airport Executives
International Aviation Women's Association
Travel Industry Association of America
BUSINESS:
Business and Law Club/ Mathew Farron, (518) 381-1385 / Sheila Fogietta, 381-1265 ~ To develop competence, develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, encourage improvement in scholarship and establish standards for entrance into business occupations with support of the national chapter.
American Management Association (student memberships)
Capital Region Human Resource Association
Society of Human Resource Management
Institute of Real Estate Managment
National Federation of Independent Businesses
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Int'l Assoc. of Adminstrative Professionals - Capital Region Chapter
Business Council of New York State
New York Chapter of the American Marketing Association
Human Resource Management Magazine (free online access)
COMPUTER/IT/WEB:
Math & Computer Club / Kathy Tomaino, (518) 381-1413 ~ To prepare students for the NYS Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges’ math competition and assist with the “SCCC Annual Mathematics Contest” for high school students and encourage students to enjoy mathematics and computers through activities, videos and guest speakers.
Technology Club/ Jerry Moore, (518) 381-1328 ~ To further the knowledge and understanding of the members in the field of technology and electronics while enhancing members experience pertaining to scholastic and career development.
TechValley - Technology Roadmap Profiles
Computing Technology Industry Association
New York Software Industry Association
Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (Computer Society)
Allaince for Information Technology and Women
Association for Computing Machinery
Information technology Association of America
Association of Information Technology Professionals
Sites for Industry Certifications
CRIMINAL JUSTICE/SAFETY & SECURITY:
Criminal Justice Club / Robert Hoff, (518) 381-1292 / Richard Hegney, 381- 1418 ~ To further the knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice field and to enhance the student’s knowledge pertaining to career development.
Council of Community Services of New York State (Directory of Capital Region Organizations)
NYS Department of Criminal Justice Services
Nat'l Assoc. for Counterterrorism and Security Professionals
Extensive List of Career & Research Sites from John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York State Probation Officers Association
Probation Officers of New York State
CULINARY ARTS:
American Culinary Federation / Robert Payne, (518) 381-1216 ~ To promote the best interests of the culinary profession generally and the interests and welfare of chefs, cooks and others engaged in the culinary profession.
American Culinary Federation - The National Organization of Chefs
(graduates of SCCC's Culinary Arts Program who are members of the ACF at the time of graduation receive a free initial certification upon graduation.)
National trade association for retail bakers / offers certification program for bakers
The Bread Bakers Guild of America
National organization of artisan bread bakers
Captial District Wedding Association (Service Directory)
National Restaurant Association
Empire State Restaurant and Tavern Association
International Hotel & Restaurant Association
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION:
Early Childhood Education / Tammy Calhoun, (518) 381-1295 / Debra Ahola, 381-1402
To use our education and knowledge within the community and to expand our education through community.
Capital District Child Care Coordinating Council
Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies
FIRE SCIENCE:
Firemen's Association of the State of New York
NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control (Certification & Training Information)
HOTEL & RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT:
Hospitality Club / Ingrid O’Connell, (518) 381-1451 ~ To embark on education activities to promote self-development as well as exploring career opportunities within the hospitality industry.
National Restaurant Association
Empire State Restaurant and Tavern Association
International Hotel & Restaurant Association
HUMAN & SOCIAL SERVICES/CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY:
Student Volunteer Organization/ Renee Adamany, (518) 381-1298 / Martha Asselin, 381-1336 / Mark Seth, 381-1385 ~ To represent the interests, further the social and personal growth, and promote the general welfare of the members of the organization and to create a positive attitude about community service on campus as well as create a placement system that will connect student and faculty volunteers with agencies in need of their help.
Capital District Counseling Association
Local Volunteer Search with Various Associations and Community Groups
Council of Community Services of New York State (Directory of Capital Region Organizations)
National Association of Social Workers (NYS Chapter)
School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA)
Associations Serving People with Disabilities
Alcohol and Substance Abuse Providers of NYS
New York Association of Homes and Services for the Aging
New York Elder Abuse Coalition
New York State Association for Retarded Children
New York State Association of Community and Residential Agencies
New York State Association of Health Care Providers, Inc.
New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NYSCASA)
New York State Psychiatric Association (NYSPA)
Public Service Career Paths
MUSIC:
Extensive Association through Business.com
NURSING:
New York State Association of Health Care Providers, Inc.
PARALEGAL STUDIES:
Capital District Paralegal Association
Empire State Alliance of Paralegal Associations (ESAPA)
American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE)
American Bar Association, Standing on Paralegals
International Paralegal Management Association (IPMA)
National Association for Legal AssistancesNational Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA)
New York State Bar Association (NYSBA)
NYSBA Guidelines for Utilization of Legal Assistants
National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)
NYS Bar Association - Law Practice Management Committee - Paralegal InformationAmerican Alliance of Paralegals, Inc.
Syracuse University - Paralegal Resources
Extensive List of Career & Research Sites from John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Women's Bar Association of the State of New York (WBASNY)
New York State Trial Lawyers Association (great for legal research sites)
PERFORMING ARTS:
Drama Club/ Sandra Boynton, (518) 381-1355 ~ To sponsor trips, locally and in New York City , to provide an arena for both professionals and non-professional companies to express their views through the drama media.
List of Theatre Organizations from Yahoo.com
Glimmerglass Opera Company Opportunities
Capital Region Performing Arts Centers
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES:
Science Club / TBA ~ To promote the sciences and encourage the studies in this field through field trips and experiences outside of classroom activities.
TechValley - Technology Roadmap Profiles
Council on Biomedical Research and Development
American Electronics Association / New York Council
Electronics Representatives Association
The Energy Association of New York State
The New York State Telecommunications Assoc., Inc
Environmental AdvocatesUtilities & Renewable Energy Sites
TEACHER EDUCATION:
Office of Teaching Initiatives
New York State Education Department
New York State Association of Independent Schools
New York State United Teachers
Learning Disabilities Association of Western New York
TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT:
Hospitality Club / Ingrid O’Connell, (518) 381-1451 ~ To embark on education activities to promote self-development as well as exploring career opportunities within the hospitality industry.
Hospitality & Tourism Career Paths - ACCVB Handout
Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau
International Special Event Society
Meeting Professionals International – Northeastern NY Chapter
NYS Association of Visitors Bureaus
New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association
NYS Chamber of Commerce Directory
Empire State Society of Administrative Executives
NYS Travel & Tourism Offices (search engine)