American Sign Language Certificate Program
Bookkeeping Certificate Program
Career Development
Forensic Linguistics
Health Professions
Insurance - Continuing Education
Pre-Collegiate
QuickStart Online Training
Real Estate - Title Closing


American Sign Language Certificate Program


Hofstra’s American Sign Language Certificate Program is a 200-hour program composed of a sequence of noncredit courses that leads to a clear level of competence in American Sign Language. The certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete all required courses plus eight (8) workshops of the student’s choice. The courses and workshops in this program are continually updated and rotated in the summer, spring and fall. Affiliated instructors are members of both the hearing and deaf communities. Those who complete the certificate program may choose to pursue further studies in an interpreter program.

Courses may be taken on an individual basis without participating in the certificate program.

For more information and advisement on course selection and requirements, contact Kathleen Montalbano at 516-463-4803 or email [email protected].

American Sign Language 1 Register Now!
U2111-01 12 Sessions $499.0000
Tuesday, Thursday September 9 - October 23 06:30:0 PM - 08:30:0 PM

This course provides students with a strong foundation in American Sign Language (ASL). Students study the alphabet and numbers 1-1,000, and learn basic vocabulary as well as fingerspelling, language functions, grammar, basic questions and dialogue practice. Instruction also includes conversational strategies, sentence practice with directional verbs, adverbs, pronouns, numbers, time and calendar-related words. The history of ASL is explored so that students become knowledgeable in the basics of deaf culture.

Recommended textbook: Signing Naturally Units 1-6, ISBN# 9781581212105
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Bookkeeping Certificate Program


Bookkeeping is the recording of all financial transactions undertaken by an individual or an organization such as a business, charitable organization, or local sports club. It involves keeping records of what is bought, sold, owed, and owned; what money comes in, what goes out, and what is left. Individual and family bookkeeping involves keeping track of income and expenses in a cash account record, checking account register, or savings account passbook.

Bookkeeping I Register Now!
H2115-01 12 Sessions $648.0000
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday September 29 - October 22 06:00:0 PM - 09:00:0 PM
Overview: Get an introduction to the principles or double-entry bookkeeping and learn basics of preparing financial statements, how to analyze business transactions, working with a general ledger, preparing end-of-period worksheets and financial statements, and adjusting and closing entries.

Required Textbook (Needed First Day of Class):

Textbook: College Accounting Chapters 1-13 by John Price and M. David Haddock and Michael Farina; Publisher: McGraw-Hill; Edition: 17; ISBN: 1265656363.

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Career Development


Not Applicable

Hofstra University Certificate in Inclusive Leadership Program (CILP) Register Now!
H2011-71 7 Sessions $1500.0000
Monday, Friday August 4 - September 8 04:00:0 PM - 06:00:0 PM
The Hofstra University Certificate in Inclusive Leadership Program is designed to equip leadersin both the public and private sectors with evidence-based strategies to drive organizationaltransformation through Equity-Driven Leadership initiatives. Recognizing the New York StateBoard of Regents’ call for action-oriented plans to ensure access and opportunity for allstakeholders, this leadership certification program will equip participants with the tools andstrategies to increase capacity, drive change, and build effective teams to create sustainableand equitable systems. This program supports organizations in aligning with best practices,regulatory requirements, and institutional strategic goals.

Program Objectives: Develop Systemic and Sustainable Equity Solutions Identify and implement scalable, high-impact strategies that leverage accessibility, equity, inclusion, and belonging in school districts, corporations, and community organizations. Build Capacity Strengthen leadership capabilities to navigate resistance and foster organizational buy-in that transforms culture and institutional effectiveness. Create & Lead Effective Teams Build a network of equity-driven leaders who can champion and operationalize inclusive policies, drive data-informed decision-making, and cultivate a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Please call us at 516-463-7200 if you wish to split registration fee into two equal monthly payments.


Forensic Linguistics


This intensive course that can either be taken for 3 graduate credits, or as a non-credit course with a certificate of completion.

About the Course: Ling 230 is more broadly introductory to the whole field of forensic linguistics than is the spring intensive course. There is some overlap, but in addition to teaching the investigation of criminal, intelligence, and terrorism cases, Ling 230 covers more foundational linguistic theory, ongoing research on threat assessment, criminal defense strategies, a selection of US civil law cases in addition to criminal cases, and includes European forensic linguistic responses to terrorism, threats, and violence.



U.S. Forensic Linguistics [Ling 220] Register Now!
H2007-71 5 Sessions $970.0000
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday July 28 - August 1 11:00:0 AM - 06:00:0 PM
Once A Year Primarily through the lens of U.S. law enforcement, counter-intelligence, and threat management, this week-long intensive course offers a case-based approach to solving legal and law enforcement problems through linguistic analysis. The course will use data from actual cases taken from the FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit, U.S., State, and local police, and will discuss the path from investigation to prosecution in U.S. courts. This course demonstrates how forensic linguistics augments legal analysis by applying rigorous, scientifically accepted principles of linguistic analysis to legal evidence such as letters, confessions, contracts and recorded speech. Topics include linguistic theory, the structure of meaning systems and their arbitrary nature, sociolinguistic analysis of variation in dialect and language, the apparent "sub-dialects" of American makes and females, gestures, intercultural communication, language and social organization, and the role of standard dialects, non-standard varieties, and slang in delineating social groups.
Prerequisite: May not be taken on a Pass/Fail basis. May be repeated once for credit, under advisement, when content varies. (Formerly U.S. Investigatory and Litigation Applications of Forensic Linguistics


Health Professions


Not Applicable

Healthcare Career Reboot: Pathway to Becoming a Health Professional Register Now!
H9971-01 6 Sessions $399.0000
Saturday October 18 - November 22 10:00:0 AM - 11:00:0 AM
This six-week course is designed for adults considering a return to school to pursue a career in the healthcare field. The course will cover essential topics such as career options, educational pathways, application processes, financial planning, time management, and foundational skills needed for success in healthcare education.

Course Objectives:Understand various health professional career optionsLearn the educational requirements and pathways for different healthcare careersNavigate the application process for healthcare programsDevelop financial plans for returning to schoolEnhance time management and study skillsBuild foundational knowledge in healthcare-related subjects


Insurance - Continuing Education


The Insurance Law of 1992 requires that agents, brokers and consultants satisfactorily complete 15 credits of continuing education during each biennial licensing period. If you are renewing your license, the continuing education credits described below are a condition of your license renewal. Hofstra University is an approved provider organization (approval number NYPO-100009) in the New York Insurance Department Continuing Education Program. Inquire About Our Off-Campus Customized Training Programs

Hofstra Continuing Education Off Campus Programs will provide experienced instructors at your office locations. We understand how busy insurance agents and brokers are maintaining and prospecting their accounts. We offer a wide variety of off campus instruction including Pre-License instruction for members of your staff who are anxious to obtain their license and learn the most important aspects of Property & Casualty Insurance including a tried and true method for passing the New York state license exam. Our menu of off-campus instruction includes but is not limited to the following curriculum. We can also design subject specific curriculum.

  • Continuing Education (CE) - Choose from a wide variety of subjects (up to 15 credits each) - Available at your office location.
  • New York State Required 90-Hour Insurance Brokers and Agents Qualifying Course.
  • Uniquely designed Property & Casualty Cram Course for agents and brokers who are exempt from the 90-hour course.


Flood Insurance Fundamental Coverage Issues and Options (NYCR-278571) Register Now!
H7166-26 1 Sessions $75.0000
Thursday July 24 08:00:0 AM - 09:00:0 AM
Number of CEU Credits: 1

Brokers, General Consultants, Property/Casualty Agents, Public Adjusters


Pre-Collegiate


At Hofstra University Pre-collegiate Career Discovery Institute, middle school and high school students get a taste of college life and gain valuable knowledge and skills while meeting others who share their interests and abilities.

Allow your child to make the most of the summer months -- while having fun! -- with a program that sets them apart from their peers when submitting college applications. The Pre-collegiate Career Discovery Institute has something for every child -- from aspiring entrepreneurs to future lawyers, chefs and business leaders.

All courses explore career options

Pre-Med Academy: High School Program for Aspiring Physicians Register Now!
H9970-01 10 Sessions $499.0000
Monday September 8 - December 1 06:00:0 PM - 07:15:0 PM
In-Person Course

This course is designed to provide high school students with a comprehensive guide to preparing for a career in medicine. Through a series of lectures, discussions, and activities, students will explore various medical career paths, understand the academic and extracurricular requirements, develop essential skills, and learn about the application process for colleges and medical schools.

Course Objectives To understand the different career paths within the medical field. To recognize the importance of academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. To develop essential skills for success in the medical profession. To build meaningful relationships and networks within the medical community. To gain knowledge about research opportunities and standardized test preparation. To effectively navigate the college application process for pre-medical studies.
You May Also Be Interested in Medpathways, a Summer Pre-Medical Experience: https://www.hofstra.edu/academics/ce/summer-camp/specialty_pre_medical_careers_camp.html


QuickStart Online Training


These programs are offered through Hofstra Continuing Education, in partnership with QuickStart, the award-winning IT workforce readiness and career development platform. With its unique proprietary learning methodology QS Learn, QuickStart’s AI-based, cognitive learning platform CLIPP allows you to create a personalized learning path to learn required concepts and job-ready skills in your field of choice. QuickStart, an innovative player in the field of IT E-Learning, is an Austin based Microsoft Gold Partner accredited by Cisco, NetApp, ITIL, CompTIA, and EC Council.

These bootcamps are designed to accommodate both students and working professionals. You can earn your degree or certification by learning and preparing for exams online, as per the convenience of your own schedule. There is zero compromises on the quality of education provided.

For additional information or to register visit https://hofstra.quickstart.com/

Sterile Processing Technician Register Now!
T0060-71 2 Sessions $3275.0000
Sunday, Monday July 21 - October 27 09:00:0 AM - 09:00:0 AM
T0060: Sterile Processing Technician


Real Estate - Title Closing


A title closer is the representative of a title/abstract company that gathers all relevant papers and documents and insures that the buyer is receiving good and clear title and that the lender is being protected by becoming the first and usually the one and only lien holder on the subject property. Some of the functions of a title closer include, but are not limited to, verification of correct amounts due and owing to satisfy mortgages, taxes, judgments and other liens, properly recording legal documents, and instruments from the transaction, checking and verifying that all documents are prepared and executed in legal and recordable form, notarizing papers and documents, and assisting many of the parties to insure accuracy in calculations of adjustments. Taking accurate and detailed notes is essential in case the events of the transactions become subject to audit.

Real Estate Title Closing Register Now!
H5135-01 4 Sessions $600.0000
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday October 6 - October 9 06:00:0 PM - 09:00:0 PM
This course is offered online via ZOOM and takes place during the below dates and times. You will receive information about how to access the ZOOM room upon registering for the class.




A successful real estate or mortgage closing is often the result of knowledgeable and competent title closers working together with legal professionals. As an essential part to a closing, a title closer can often earn hundreds of dollars a day. This practical course familiarizes students with documents, procedures, and problems that may arise in a title search, along with the varying fees, transfer and mortgage taxes, and other charges collected by the title company at a closing. Tuition includes study materials.