CAREER PATHWAYS
TRAINING PROGRAM

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the CPT Program and find
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Request more info about the CPT Program and find out if you’re eligible

Looking to begin or grow your health, behavioral health, or social care career? The Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program offers education and training opportunities without financial burden.

The CPT Program is your partner in success. Our team is dedicated to supporting you throughout your training and beyond.

About the CPT Program

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Funded by New York State Department of Health, the CPT Program is an education and training program designed to build up the health, behavioral health, and social care workforce.

This program funds education and training that focuses on career advancement and recruitment to create a reliable workforce pipeline to address workforce shortages throughout the state.

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The CPT Program targets high-demand shortage areas, reduces barriers to career advancement, and supports marginalized and underrepresented communities to enter and advance in the health workforce.

The CPT Program is divided into two career pipelines:

  • Career Advancement for individuals currently in health, behavioral health, and social care.
  • New Careers for those newly entering the health workforce.

CPT Program participants must complete their training or educational program by Spring 2027.

Additionally, CPT Program participants will be required to make a three-year commitment of service to work full time, in one of 13 eligible job titles, with a New York State provider enrolled in the Medicaid program that serve at least 30 percent of Medicaid members and/or uninsured individuals. This service commitment must be completed by 2031.

All CPT Program participants will receive:

  • Application and Enrollment Assistance
  • Tuition Coverage
  • Educational Case Management
  • Tutoring Services
  • Apprenticeship and Mentorship
  • Employment Placement

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YOUR JOURNEY IS JUST GETTING STARTED

Get on the path to growth. Enroll in the Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program and secure a future where your career and financial goals align. With healthcare jobs in high demand and without the weight of student debt, now is the time to take action.

STEP 1

Submit Interest Form

If you meet eligibility requirements, complete the Participant Interest Form on the CPT website.

STEP 2

Onboarding Invitation Email

Once the form is submitted, you’ll receive an email from GoCo* to create an account for onboarding.

STEP 3

Pre-services Needs Assessment

After setting up your GoCo account, you’ll receive an email with a link to complete a pre-services needs assessment.

STEP 4

Connect with Support

Once the assessment is completed, an Education Case Manager will reach out to answer questions and discuss eligibility.

STEP 5

Apply to CPT Program

Look for an email with the GoCo application link–complete the application and sign your Participant Agreement in DocuSign.

STEP 6

Final Approval

Expect an acceptance decision via email within two (2) business days.

Ready to take the next step?

Complete the Participant Interest Form to start your CPT Program journey. If you are eligible, you will receive an email from our data partner, GoCo, with further instructions. If you do not meet eligibility requirements, you will also be notified.

This is a multi-step process that may take up to two weeks to complete. Please ensure you allow yourself enough time to complete the application.

You must submit a Participant Interest Form by the first of the month before your academic program starts. For example, if your program starts on September 15th, your Interest Form must be submitted by August 1st.

Your final application and signed Participant Agreement must then be completed at least two weeks before your academic program starts. For example, if your program starts on September 15th, your application must be reviewed and approved by September 2nd.

Please note that some participating educational institutions may have reached their capacity for CPT participants. If this affects your eligibility, we will notify you and provide guidance on next steps.

If you are already enrolled in the CPT Program and have a GoCo account, click here to login.

The Career Pipelines

The 13 ELIGIBLE JOB TITLES

The CPT Program offers several opportunities within health, behavioral health, and social care. Hover over the boxes below for more information on each eligible job title.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provides basic nursing care under the direction of registered nurses and doctors, often in settings like hospitals or nursing homes. LPNs are responsible for tasks such as monitoring patients’ health, administering medications, assisting with daily activities, and educating patients/families about health conditions.

Associate Registered Nurse (RN)

Delivers patient care, administers medications, and assists in medical procedures, typically having earned an associate degree in nursing. They record patients’ medical histories and symptoms, assist with diagnostic tests, analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.

Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Includes Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

A registered nurse who has advanced their education to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, expanding clinical and leadership skills. They record patients’ medical histories and symptoms, assist with diagnostic tests, analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

FLPPS WIO is no longer able to accept applications for this job title. 
Due to the length of this educational program, the FLPPS WIO is no longer able to accept applications for Nurse Practitioner educational programs. 

Physician Assistant (PA)

FLPPS WIO is no longer able to accept applications for this job title. 

Due to the length of this educational program, the FLPPS WIO is no longer able to accept applications for Physician Assistant educational programs. 

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Focuses on helping individuals, families, and communities manage personal and social challenges through counseling and resource coordination. Tasks include: discharge planning, coordinating care, and connecting patients with community resources.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Provides therapeutic services to individuals dealing with mental health issues, guiding them through counseling and treatment plans using various therapeutic techniques. This supports clients in developing coping strategies, improving mental health, and achieving personal goals.

Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)

Specializes in treating individuals struggling with addiction, providing counseling and support for recovery. Duties include: developing treatment plans, conducting therapy sessions, and helping with healthier behaviors and recovery strategies.

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Assists pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing customer service in pharmacies. They are also responsible for administrative tasks like processing insurance claims and maintaining patient records.

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Supports physicians by handling clinical and administrative tasks, such as taking vitals, recording medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, administering medications,  and maintaining patient records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Specializes in treating patients with breathing difficulties, managing ventilators, provide respiratory therapy in medical settings, manage life support systems, and educate patients.

Community Health Worker (CHW)

Serves as a liaison between healthcare providers and the community, promoting health education and helping individuals access services.

Patient Care Manager/Coordinator (PCM/C)

Oversees patient care plans, ensuring quality and efficiency in the treatment process by coordinating with healthcare teams and families. Ensures patients’ needs are met, handles administrative responsibilities, manages human resources and public relations duties, and assists with case management.

Schools participating in flpps wio

Bryant & Stratton College
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Certified Medical Assistant

Canisius University
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Cayuga Community College
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES
• Certified Pharmacy Technician
Licensed Practical Nurse

Daemen University
• Master of Social Work
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

D’Youville University
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES (Adult Education)
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing & Health Sciences
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Finger Lakes Community College
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Genesee Community College
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Respiratory Therapist

Genesee Valley BOCES
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Keuka College
• Master of Social Work
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Monroe Community College
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Nazareth University
• Master of Social Work
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursin
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Niagara University
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Orleans/Niagara BOCES
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Roberts Wesleyan University
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Master of Social Work

St. Bonaventure University
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

St. John Fisher University
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor

SUNY Albany University
• Information forthcoming

SUNY Binghamton University
• Information forthcoming

SUNY Buffalo University
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor
• Master of Social Work
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

SUNY Buffalo State University
• Patient Care Manager

SUNY Canton
• Information forthcoming

SUNY Empire State University
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

SUNY Fredonia
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor

SUNY Morrisville
• Information forthcoming

SUNY Niagara
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Licensed Practical Nurse

SUNY Oswego
• Information forthcoming

SUNY Plattsburgh
• Information forthcoming

Syracuse University
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor
• Master of Social Work

Tompkins Cortland Community College
• Information forthcoming

Trocaire College
• Associate Registered Nurse
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor
• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

University of Rochester
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Utica University
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing


Participant Eligibility Criteria

Participants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the CPT Program:

  • United States Citizen/eligible noncitizen
  • Meet all educational or training program requirements, based on the selected CPT title and course of study. This may include:
    • Prior completion of educational programs, licensure, and/or certification;
    • Successful completion of academic or training pre-requisites, or entrance exams;
    • Fulfillment of any required training, volunteer, or experiential hours.
  • Must be a NYS resident or resident of a bordering state (New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Vermont). Please Note: Out-of-state participants must be employed by a NYS provider to qualify for the CPT Program.
  • Committed to full-time employment at a New York State Medicaid-enrolled provider that serves at least 30 percent Medicaid members and/or uninsured individuals. These providers may include those that fall into the categories of health, behavioral health, and/or organizations that are part of established Social Care Networks.

Individuals that are enrolled part-time or are enrolled in pre-requisite classes but not already enrolled in one of the authorized title programs are eligible to transition to full-time under the CPT Program. Individuals that are already enrolled full-time in an academic program under one of the 13 approved job titles at the time of application are not eligible for the CPT Program. Documentation shall be maintained by FLPPS Workforce Investment Organization demonstrating participant eligibility for the program and made available to the NYS Office Health Insurance Programs (OHIP) and/or the Centers Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) upon request. Documentation must include evidence that individuals enrolled in a program part-time or have completed any prerequisites, would not have otherwise been able to enroll full-time absent the CPT Program.

Participant Residency Criteria

Your CPT Program application is based on your permanent residency. The Workforce Investment Organizations (WIOs) that serves the county of your permanent residence is where you would apply.

Three WIOs were selected by the NYS Department of Health to support regional management of the CPT Program.

Regions Covered WIO Name Counties Served
Region 3:
Finger Lakes,
Western New York
Finger Lakes Performing Provider System (FLPPS) Allegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates counties.
Region 2:
Capital Region,
Central New York,
North Country,
Southern Tier
Caring Gene Healthcare Career Pathways Albany, Broome, Chenango, Clinton, Columbia, Cortland, Delaware, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, Otsego, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, St. Lawrence, Tioga, Tompkins, Warren, and Washington counties.
Region 1: Hudson Valley,
New York City,
Long Island
1199 SEIU Training and Employment Funds (TEF) Bronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester counties.

For Providers or Educational Institutions

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If you’re a New York State, Medicaid-enrolled provider that serves at least 30% Medicaid and/or uninsured individuals, interested in becoming a Qualified Service Commitment Site or an educational institution looking to join the program as a participating school, please complete the interest form below. We look forward to connecting with you!

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