Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES

Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES is a public vocational school located in Liverpool, New York, in a large suburban setting. The institution serves 572 students (IPEDS 2023) and offers certificate-level training in high-demand fields including Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and Cosmetology. As a BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) center, it functions as a regional career education provider that pools resources across multiple school districts to deliver specialized vocational programs.

The school reports a completion rate of 82% and a retention rate of 82% (IPEDS 2023), reflecting solid student persistence through its programs. With a quality score of 68.33/100, Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES offers a practical pathway for students in central New York seeking hands-on vocational training. Both of its certificate programs are designed to be completed in one to two years, making them accessible options for students looking to enter the workforce relatively quickly.

The Liverpool campus sits within the greater Syracuse metropolitan area, giving students access to a regional job market in healthcare and personal services. Students pursuing the LPN track can prepare for state licensure exams, while cosmetology students train toward New York State licensing requirements.