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Spring/Summer Course Guide 	March–August 2021

Getting South Jersey Back to Work
• Apprenticeships                    • Technical Degree Programs
• Industry Certifications            • Academic Short Term Certificates
• Live Online Certificate Programs   • Solutions for Your Business

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
   Registration and Payment Options............... 1

   Contact Us ......................................................... 1

   Academic Programs ....................................... 2                WORK READINESS AND
   Allied Health ..................................................... 4
                                                                              ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
                                                                                 • Training in employment preparedness utilizing
   Advanced Manufacturing and
                                                                                   person-centered planning through career interest
   Technical Education ....................................... 8
                                                                                 • inventories, interpersonal skills training for the workplace,
                                                                                   self-advocacy and self-determination
   Business, Management & Accounting .......10
                                                                                 • Enhance basic skills in reading, writing, math and digital
   Business Training Solutions ..........................11                        literacy
                                                                                 • Employment experiences include resume writing,
   Grant Writing Class.........................................14                  interview skills, job sampling, job shadowing
                                                                                 • along with supported employment, access to job fairs,
   Displaced Homemaker ..................................16                        business guest speakers
                                                                                 • Access to Career & Technical Education courses
   Adult Basic Education (ABE) ......................16                            and RCSJ credit courses
                                                                                 • Provider agency for NJ Division of
   Arts & Innovation Center .............................. 17
                                                                                   Developmental Disabilities
                                                                                 • Provider of Supported Employment
                                                                                   services through DDD and DVRS

                                                                                       VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS
                                                                                                6:30–7:30 p.m.
                     LIVE ONLINE                                                                 Cumberland Campus
                                                                                          3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360
                     Information Sessions                                                        • Tuesday, March 23, 2021
                                                                                                 • Wednesday, April 21, 2021
                                                                                                 • Thursday, April 29, 2021

                                                                              Information sessions are for individuals with developmental and
                                                                              other disabilities, their families and educational professionals.
        March 11 | April 8 |                           May 20                 These sessions will provide information on:

        June 10             | July 15 | August 12                                • Admission Process
                                                                                 • Program Options
                                                                                 • Agency Linkages (DDD and DVRS)
                             6 p.m.
                                                                            RCSJ.edu/ACT 856-464-5203                        act@rcsj.edu
               Register at:                                                  The mission of the Adult Center for Transition is to afford young
         CCCNJ.GOSIGNMEUP.COM                                                adults with disabilities the academic, vocational and socialization
                                                                                 skills necessary to become independent and contributing
                                                                                                     members of society.

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REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT OPTIONS
All classes must be prepaid at the time of registration. Many classes have a limited number of seats, please register early. To register
visit cccnj.gosignmeup.com or visit us in person at the Arts and Innovation Center, 321 North High Street, Millville. Non-credit
classes are not eligible for Financial Aid, however the College provides several payment options for students:

 Private Payment Plan                                                  MyCAA
The program allows individuals to put down 50% and pay the            The Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA)
remainder over the duration of their course. The 50% deposit          program provides up to $4,000 (over 2 years) of Financial Assis-
guarantees a spot is reserved in the course.                          tance for military spouses who are continuing their education by
                                                                      pursuing a license, certification, or associate degree in a portable
 ELMSelect Loan                                                       career field and occupation. Contact a Spouse Education and
                                                                      Career Opportunities (SECO) Consultant at 1-800-342-9647.
ELMSelect is a transparent, lender neutral, free service. Lenders
provide the loan information available for comparison. You decide
what private student loan makes the most sense for you. Go to          CC Workforce Development Board
www.elmselect.com for more information and to apply for a loan.       There are opportunities for individuals who are recently displaced
                                                                      by reaching out to the Cumberland Workforce and Economic
 Displaced Homemakers Grant                                           Development Center. The Department of Workforce Development
                                                                      is located in the Cumberland County Center for Workforce &
A displaced homemaker is defined as an individual who has
                                                                      Economic Development on the RCSJ-Cumberland Campus.
worked in the home for a number of years and through death,
disablement or divorce of a spouse, finds themselves as the           Office: 3
                                                                               322 College Drive
primary source of household income for her/himself and/or her/                Vineland, NJ 08360
his children.                                                         Phone: (856) 696-5660
RCSJ-Cumberland Campus has received a grant that provides             Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., except legal holidays
services to displaced homemakers to assist them in transition-
ing back into the workplace. Call us to find out what services are
available for which you may qualify. Call 856-776-2385 and ask for      A full refund will be given if you withdraw five business days
our grant intake coordinator.                                           prior to the start of a class. All refunds, unless the College
                                                                        cancels the class, will incur a $20 processing fee. If you wish to
 GI Bill                                                                withdraw from a course, please notify the Career & Technical
Students who have served in the military and have saved through         Education Department in writing or in person immediately.
the GI Bill can apply those funds to non-credit training. In some       Refunds will be made as follows:
cases spouses may also be eligible.
                                                                         • 100% refund five days prior to the first class meeting.
                                                                          • 50% refund after the first class meeting.
                                                                          • No refund after the second class
                                                                                          Arts & Innovation Center

  CONTACT US
   Staff
   Dr. Terrence Hardee: thardee@rcsj.edu                               Annette Vargas: 856-691-8600, ext. 4531

                                                                       TEAM BUILDING
   Executive Director of Career and Technical Education                | avargas7@rcsj.edu
                                                                       Hi-Set Chief Examiner
   Michael Goonan: 856-776-2373 | mgoonan@rcsj.edu
   Director III, Career and Technical Education
                                                                       Main Office
   Patricia Mooneyham: 856-776-2374
   | pmooneyh@rcsj.edu
   Assistant Director of Business Development

   Patti Gilmore: 856-691-8600 ext. 4531 | pgilmore@rcsj.edu
   Assistant Director, Adult Basic Education/ESL & HiSet Program

   Cindy Phillips: 856-776-2371 | lphilli8@rcsj.edu
                                                                       Arts & Innovation Center
   Business Projects Coordinator                                           The Creative Route to Promote Personal
                                                                       321 High Street, Millville, NJ, 08332
   Traci Mayo-Faulk: 856-776-2385 | tmayo1@rcsj.edu                              and Professional Development
                                                                       P: 856-776-2372
   DHG Coordinator/CNA Program Coordinator

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Academic Programs                                              RCSJ-CUMBERLAND
The Career and Technical Education (CTE), Division of
Academic is responsible for helping all students acquire     ST E P 1 : APPLY
challenging academic and technical skills and prepared
                                                             • Thank you for your application!
for high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand occupations
                                                             • The acceptance letter, which will include your
in the 21st-century global economy.
                                                               technology account information, will be sent within
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs pairs            7-10 business days after applying.
academic knowledge with technical skills to prepare          • Once you receive your letter, please log into student
students for in-demand, high-skilled, and high-waged           accounts
jobs. CTE programs of study provide the opportunity          • Submit the completed Immunization Record Form to
to earn industry-recognized certificates, acquire college      Admissions before the semester starts
credit, and gain work experience.
                                                             ST E P 2 : C O MPLE T E YO UR F IN AN CI AL
                                                                        AID APPLICAT IO N
CUMBERLAND CAMPUS                                            • Complete the free online application at www.fafsa.gov.
                                                             • This will determine your eligibility for financial aid
P R OG R AM S OF STU DY                                        (loans or grants).
                                                             • Please use FAFSA Code: 006901
 • Construction Management                                   • Contact 856-691-8600 ext. 1336 for assistance.​
 • Glass Art (with Salem CC)                                 • Students must track the progress of their applications
                                                               and complete all requirements for federal and state aid
 • Health Information Technology
   (with Camden CC)                                          ST E P 3 : S UBMIT YO UR T RAN SCRI PT
 • Nuclear Energy Technology                                            FO R CO URSE PLACE ME N T
   (joint with Salem CC)                                     • Submit Transcripts or SAT Scores to:
                                                               Email to: admissions@cc.rcsj.edu or
 • Scientific Glass Technology                                 Mail to: RCSJ-Cumberland Campus, Attn: Admissions
   (joint with Salem CC)                                       3322 College Dr, Vineland NJ 08360
                                                             • Please Note: SAT & Accuplacer scores are valid
 • Technical Studies
                                                               for 5 years
 • Beverage Tourism
                                                             ST E P 4: A
                                                                        TTEND NEW
 • Medical Coding (with Camden CC)                                     ST UDE N T O RIE N TAT IO N
 • Healthcare Risk Management                                • We require new students attend an New Student
                                                               Orientation (NSO). Please go online to sign up.
                                                             • After you receive your acceptance letter, RSVP and find
                                                               a date by clicking here.
GLOUCESTER CAMPUS                                            • Orientation will teach the college processes
                                                                and technologies.
P R OG R AM S OF STU DY                                      • New Students: Must complete orientation before
                                                               course registration.
 • Automotive Technology                                       Transfer Students: Orientations are optional.
 • Process Technology
                                                             ST E P 5 : REGIST E R / ADVISE ME N T
 • Technical Studies – Business Track                        • An advisor will contact you after your
 • Technical Studies – STEM                                    New Student Orientation.
                                                             • New Students: Must speak with an advisor
 • Certificates of Achievement                                 before registering.
 • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant                      ST E P 6: MAKE A PAYME N T
                                                             • Pay by cash, check credit card, money order, financial
                                                               aid or scholarship
                                                             • Visit your WebAdvisor to review Fall/Spring payment
                                                               due dates.
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Automotive Technology
           Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) — Career
           Automotive Technology the most rapidly expanding fields
           in today’s market. The goal of this program is to provide
           graduates with theory and practice through classroom study
           and internships, to qualify for immediate employment in the
           automotive industry or to transfer to a four-year automotive
           management program.

           GLOUCESTER CAMPUS - REPRESENTATIVES
           Jeffrey Silvestri | Instructor, Automotive Technology Program
           jsilvest@rcsj.edu
           Edward Blaetz | Instructor, Automotive Technology Program
           eblaetz@rcsj.edu

           Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
           Pursue a career in the rapidly growing Health Sciences field
           and you will join a diverse workforce with jobs that fit your
           educational plans. Many of the fields have stackable creden-
           tials and you can take advantage of career ladder programs.
           RCSJ has career ladder programs that can take you from a
           certification, to an associate degree, all the way up to your
           master’s while never leaving our campus!

           GLOUCESTER CAMPUS - REPRESENTATIVES
           Randee Davidson, M.A.S. | Executive Director CTE
           rdavidso@rcsj.edu

           CUMBERLAND CAMPUS - REPRESENTATIVES
           Michael Goonan | Director of CTE
           mgoonan@rcsj.edu

           Technical Studies
           Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) — Career
           The Technical Studies — Technical Studies degree program
           is designed for individuals who wish to validate their prior
           apprenticeship, corporate, industrial or military training and
           receive college credits for these experiences so that they
           may complete their degrees. After a formal assessment of
           this prior learning, technical credits will be awarded.

           GLOUCESTER CAMPUS - REPRESENTATIVES
           Randee Davidson, M.A.S. | Executive Director CTE
           rdavidso@rcsj.edu

           CUMBERLAND CAMPUS - REPRESENTATIVES
            Terrence Hardee, D. Litt. | Executive Director of CTE
           thardee@rcsj.edu

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A L L I E D H E A LT H
• Small class sizes
• Hands-on externships
• Instructors from the field
856-776-2372

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           Medical Administrative Assistant Program                           IN-PERSON
                                                                                          Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
           with Externship                                                   The Certified Nursing Assistant Program teaches students how to
This program prepares students to be professional medical admin-             provide daily basic care for patients. A CNA provides physical and
istrative assistants dedicated to front office skills in a healthcare        emotional support for patients in nursing homes, hospitals and
setting. Graduates are equipped to answer phones, process bills,             other various settings. A CNA must be able to provide personal
communicate with patients, be up-to-date with HIPAA compliance               assistance to individuals who are unable to care for themselves and
and general office duties. The program goal is to prepare compe-             help them regain and maintain daily functions. Classroom learn-
tent entry-level medical administrative assistants in the cognitive          ing is taught in a “simulated” long term care classroom setting and
(knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learn-           clinical is instructed at a locally designated long term care facility
ing domains. Student will take the Certified Medical Administra-             outside of the school. This course gives students the full academic
tive Assistant (CMAA) exam through National Healthcareer Asso-               and hands-on skills required to pass the state licensing exams.
ciation (NHA). (Hours: 70 Hours Live online, 10 hours self-paced                CERT-CNA-15 (mornings)
online, 80 hours internship)                                                    Mar. 15-May 5 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (7 weeks)            M-T-W-Th
   CERT-MEDADM-03 (evening)
                                                                               CERT-CNA-16 (evening)
   Jun. 29–Sep. 14      7–10 p.m.            8 weeks               T-Th
                                                                               Mar. 15-May 5        1–5 p.m.              (7 weeks)    M-T-W-Th
   (Textbooks & First Attempt Certification Exam)                $2,435
                                                                               CERT-CNA-17 (morning)
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           Certified Clinical Medical Assistant                                May 10-Jun. 25 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.        (7 weeks)    M-T-W-Th
Medical assistants are highly trained individuals who perform a va-            CERT-CNA-18 (evening)
riety of administrative and clinical duties in both primary care and           May 10-Jun. 25       1–5 p.m.              (7 weeks)    M-T-W-Th
specialty offices, urgent care centers and other healthcare facilities.
Clinical duties can include taking medical histories, recording vital          CERT-CNA-01 (morning)
signs, assisting the physician during exams, injections, venipuncture          Jul. 6-Aug 19 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.         (7 weeks)    M-T-W-Th
and ECGs. Upon successful completion of all classroom hours,                   Arts & Innovation Center- Millville
students will complete an 80-hour externship at a local healthcare             (Includes textbooks, testing fees, scrubs)		               $2,300
facility. Students completing all course requirements will be eligible
to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certi-
fied Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified EKG Technician, and                IN-PERSON
                                                                                          CPR-Healthcare Provider Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification exams. American                American Heart Association program includes: infant/child/adult
Heart Association BLS/CPR for Health Care Professionals is also              and two rescuer CPR. Students are trained in recognizing life-
provided during the program.                                                 threatening emergencies. This certification is valid for two years.
   CERT-CCMA-03 (morning)                                                    Allow up to 4 weeks for CPR card.
   Mar. 29–Aug. 9*      9 a.m.–2 p.m. (26.5 weeks)         M-T-W-Th            CERT-CPR-03     Mar. 5                  9 a.m.–2 p.m.            F
  **Classes will meet LIVE Online beginning March 29–July 1 and then begin
  meeting in-person on Jul. 6–Aug. 9.
                                                                               CERT-CPR-04 Apr. 9                      9 a.m.–2 p.m.            F
  ***Externship will begin after Aug. 9.                                       CERT-CPR-05     May 7                   9 a.m.–2 p.m.            F
                                                                               Arts & Innovation Center- Millville 		                        $99
  Arts & Innovation Center- Millville
  (Tuition: $3,999; Textbooks: $460; Fees: $345)                  $4,804

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               Medical Billing & Coding                                        Phlebotomy Technician Program
Accurate medical billing/coding is necessary to secure maximum                Phlebotomy I (Lecture/Classroom/Lab)
reimbursement for the healthcare provider and to ensure legal com-            This 90-hour lecture course provides the first step to preparing for
pliance on claims. The Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding is           a career as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician. The program begins
designed to prepare participants for an entry-level position in one           with the healthcare delivery system, collection of materials and
of the fastest growing industires. This administrative position assists       equipment, venipuncture and capillary techniques, and medical, le-
medical research and reimbursement in a medical office, hospital,             gal and ethical implications of blood collection. Students will com-
or other healthcare settings. Topics will include medical billing,            plete 30 venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks before the completion
medical coding, medical terminology and electronic health records.            of the course to be eligible to sit for the National Certification
Students can test for the Certified Professional Coder Certification          Exam given by NHA. Upon successfully completing the Phleboto-
(CPC*), this CPC Certification validates proficiency in the correct           my I course, students will be eligible to enroll in Phlebotomy II and
application of CPT*, HCPCS Level II procedure and supply codes,               complete a hands-on clinical externship at a local healthcare facility.
and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes used for coding and billing for                    CERT-PHLEB-02 (evening)
medical claims in a physician's office.                                          Apr. 20–Jun. 17      5–10 p.m.            (9 weeks)           T-Th
Note: After obtaining the practical work experience (6 months to 2              Arts & Innovation Center- Millville
years), students who complete this course could be qualified to sit for the     (Tuition: $1,500; Textbooks: $123; Fees: $125; Supplies: $40) $1,788
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Profes-
sional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice); the American                     Phlebotomy II (Externship)
Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate             Upon successful completion of the Phlebotomy I and instructor
(CCA) exam; and/or other National Certification Exams. Course                 recommendation, students may register for Phlebotomy II Extern-
Contact Hours: 80 hrs.                                                        ship. Students will complete 80 hours at a local healthcare facility
   CERT-MBC-03 (evening)                                                      under direct supervision. Schedules will vary and will be assigned by
   May 10–Jul. 28      6—9:30 p.m.          (13 weeks)            M-W         the externship coordinator. Students must adhere to their schedule
                                                                              and complete the assigned hours. Note: Students have 6 months
  (Textbooks )			                                               $1,999
                                                                              after Phlebotomy I to complete externship.
                                                                                CERT-PHLEBEXT-01			                                         $300
         Pharmacy Technician Program
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         with Externship                                                       LIVE ONLINE
                                                                                             Central Service Technician
This program prepares students to be professional Pharmacy                    Are you looking for a new and exciting career in Healthcare? If so,
Technicians dedicated to assisting Registered Pharmacists in quality          train to become a Central Service Technician. As a Central Service
pharmacy operational procedures. Graduates are equipped to assist             Technician, you will provide vital support in all patient care services
the Pharmacist filling prescriptions according to doctor’s orders.            and be responsible for knowing all of the tools used in an operating
Pharmacy Technicians also participate in ordering products and                room, as well as sterilizing and packaging instruments used during
inventory control, as well as billing and receiving payments. Trained         surgery. Our training program will provide you with 120 hours of
graduates that pass this course, are eligible to sit for a national           instruction and a 400-hour externship opportunity.
certification exam. Once students pass the course and certification           You will learn principles of cleaning and processing equipment,
exam, they can submit an application to participate in a internship           methods of sterilization and disinfection, packaging and storage,
program with national affiliation partners like CVS and Walgreens,            maintenance of equipment, inventory control, basic surgical instru-
or local pharmacy operations near their residence. This internship            ment identification and more. New Jersey Department of Health
is what many employers in this industry want to see that tells them           standards require certification for everyone working in sterile
the student is job ready for this high demand job. (Hours: 64 Hours           processing. Upon successful completion, you will be a Registered
Live online, 64 hours self-paced online, 120 hours internship.                Central Service Technician (R.C.S.T.) with the International
                                                                              Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management
  CERT-PHARM-03 (evening)                                                     (IAHCSMM). You will be eligible for permanent certification after
  May 4–Jul. 13    7–10 p.m.                 11 weeks              T-Th       completing 400 hours of experience and passing the IAHCSMM
  CERT-PHARM-04 (evening)                                                     certification examination. 52 CEUs
  Aug. 5–Oct. 14   7–10 p.m.                 11 weeks              T-Th
                                                                                CERT-CST-02
  (Tuition: $1,835 | Includes: Textbooks, Materials, Background Check,          May 3–Jul. 15         6–9 p.m.		                               M-Th
  Drug Test and Exam Voucher)		                                 $1,997
                                                                                			$3,500

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Certified Nursing Assistant
                                                                       APPRENTICESHIP

 An apprenticeship program at Rowan College of South Jersey
 provides a career pathway where individuals can earn and learn
 at the same time. It includes a paid job where individuals earn
                                                                                                                     STUDENTS WILL
 a wage from day one, education both in the classroom and                                                            • Be assigned a Success Coach
 on-the-job learning, and credentials that enhance your resume.                                                        for personalized support
                                                                                                                       throughout the program.
 The Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) Apprenticeship Program
 teaches students how to provide daily basic care for patients                                                       • Complete a 90-hour state
 while providing physical and emotional support for patients in                                                        approved CNA program.
 nursing homes, hospitals and other various settings. Classroom                                                      • Learn medical terminology and
 learning is taught in a “simulated” long-term care classroom                                                          basic anatomy and physiology
 setting and clinical is instructed at a locally designated longterm
 care facility outside of the school.                                                                                • Learn Dementia care
 The C.N.A. Apprenticeship Program provides students with 174                                                        • Obtain CPR credential and learn
 hours of related technical instruction with 2000 hours of on the                                                      basic first aid skills
 job learning. The program gives students the full academic and                                                      • Earn College Credit
 hands-on skills required to pass the state licensing exams and
 obtain American Heart Association CPR Certification. Following                                                      • Gain 2000 hours of on-the-job
 the completion of all components of the Apprenticeship                                                                learning
 program, students will receive a certificate from the U.S.
 Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship.

    Employment of nursing assistants is projected
    to grow 8 percent from 2019 to 2029, much
    faster than the average for all occupations.*
                                                             —US Bureau of Labor and Statistics

 New Jersey HealthWorks Scaling Apprenticeship is sponsored by a $12 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department
 of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (Federal Award ID. No. (FAIN): HG-33026-19-60-A-34).
 The US DOL grant includes additional match funds amounting to over $500,000 to support OJT and other employer
 assistance from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development GAINS Project.

 For more information, visit: RCSJ.edu/Apprenticeships
                or call your local RCSJ campus
 Gloucester:   856-415-2216    | Cumberland: 856-776-2372
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Patient Care Technician
                                                                      APPRENTICESHIP

   An apprenticeship program at Rowan College of South
   Jersey provides a career pathway where individuals can                                                           STUDENTS WILL
   earn and learn at the same time. It includes a paid job
                                                                                                                    • Be assigned a Success Coach
   where individuals earn a wage from day one, education
   both in the classroom and on-the-job learning, and                                                                 for personalized support
   credentials that enhance your resume.                                                                              throughout the program.
   The Patient Care Technician Apprenticeship program                                                               • Complete a 90-hour state
   prepares students to take the National Health Career                                                               approved CNA program*.
   Association (NHA) certification exam for Patient Care                                                            • Learn proper EKG procedures.
   Tech, a national CPR credential from the American Heart
   Association and a certificate from the National Office                                                           • Learn phlebotomy techniques
   of Apprenticeship upon successful completion of                                                                    for blood collection.
    the program.                                                                                                    • Receive 80 hours of advanced
                                                                                                                      patient care skills
                                                                                                                    • Gain 2000 hours of on-the-job
                                                                                                                      learning
*Students who possess a current NJ Certified
Nursing Assistance license can apply for
“Fast Track” and not be required to complete
the 90-hour state approved CNA program
component of the apprenticeship.
                                                        —US Bureau of Labor and Statistics

New Jersey HealthWorks Scaling Apprenticeship is sponsored by a $12 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department
of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (Federal Award ID. No. (FAIN): HG-33026-19-60-A-34).
The US DOL grant includes additional match funds amounting to over $500,000 to support OJT and other employer
assistance from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development GAINS Project.

For more information, visit: RCSJ.edu/Apprenticeships
            or call your local RCSJ campus
Gloucester: 856-415-2216 | Cumberland: 856-776-2372
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Electrical Technician                                                                                                    toolmaking and die making. From math fundamentals
                                                            for cold press operating along with the basics of
Learn the math, inspection, safety, quality, automation                                                                  and basics to quality and manufacturing management,
                                                            advanced manufacturing. 100 HRS
and motor controls necessary to successfully become                                                                      students will learn everything necessary to be
an electrical technician. 120 HRS                           Press Operator: Hot Stamping                                 successful in the field. 160 HRS
Engineering Technician                                      This program focuses provides and intensive overview         Toolmaker
This intensive programs prepares you to be an               of skills necessary for hot stamping press work.             The Toolmaker program provides an intensive overview
engineering technician, a significant and important role    Students will learn stamping, forming and automation         of skills necessary for toolmaking. 160 HRS
in advanced manufacturing. 330 HRS                          skills to work as a press operator. 100 HRS
                                                                                                                         Welder Technician
Maintenance Technician                                      Process Technician
Maintenance technicians are required to have a                                                                           A welder technician is required to have a thorough
                                                            A process technician is involved throughout the              understanding of how to properly and safely operate
thorough understanding of how machines and systems
function to keep them running without breakdowns and        manufacturing process. In this program you’ll learn all      welding equipment and machinery and learn the basics
maintain service for their expected lifespan and            the skills necessary to obtain a career as a process         of advanced manufacturing, in this program students
beyond. 250 HRS                                             technician. 165 HRS                                          will learn everything they need and more. 125 HRS

     Program Features:                                        Prepare for employment in some of today’s                 For detailed objectives, outlines, demos,
                                                              hottest careers in Advanced Manufacturing with a          frequently asked questions, pricing and program
      •   6-18 month self-paced, start anytime                                                                          ratings call us or visit our website.
                                                              comprehensive, affordable, and self-paced
      •   Textbook and materials included
                                                              online Career Training Program.
                                                                                                                        856-776-2372
      •   Prepare for industry certification
      •   Certification exam vouchers included                Complete any of these Career Online
      •   Financial assistance available                      Programs entirely from your home or office                www.ed2go.com/cccnj
      •   Student advisors available throughout training      and at any time of the day or night.

             Rowan College of South Jersey- Cumberland Campus
                                                                                                                                                                                     1117-06

     8 | CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION | SPRING 2021–SUMMER 2021
in Advanced Manufacturing

                   JOIN OUR ADVANCED MANUFACTURING BOOTCAMPS
                  Come Explore RCSJ’s new state-of-the-art, M.I.L.L. Center.
                      Earn college credit and industry-valued credentials.

         Enroll today for our next Advanced Manufacturing PLC Bootcamp.

  By completing the Advanced Manufacturing Bootcamp students will:
  • Enroll in two RCSJ College courses: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCS) and Digital
    Electronics. Classes will be online with LIVE Weekly Instructor Support.
  • Earn the OSHA 10 , PMMI Mechatronics Certification Test-Programmable Logic Controllers
    Level 1 Credential, and six RCSJ College credits.
  • Basic Skills remediation in Math, English and Computer (if needed)

  Eligibility: Have a high school diploma or GED and employed in the Advanced Manufacturing industry.
  The Advanced Manufacturing Bootcamp is funded through the Career Advance Scaling Apprenticeship Federal
  Grant in partnership with the County College of Morris.

The Education Leader for Cumberland and Gloucester counties.
Look for apprenticeship programs coming Spring/Summer 2021.

                           For more information contact our Division by phone at:
                                      ROWAN
          Gloucester: 856-468-5000 x5503    COLLEGE OF SOUTH
                                         | Cumberland:       JERSEY­—CUMBERLAND
                                                         856-776-2371           CAMPUS | RCSJ.EDU/CTE
                                                                         | RCSJ.edu/CTE                     | 9
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT & ACCOUNTING
 HYBRID 
          Bookkeeping Administration                                        HYBRID
                                                                                      ompTIA IT Fundamentals (IFT+) and
                                                                                     C
This program takes students through the ins and outs of day-to-day                   Customer Service Representative (CSR)
office functions as well as the essential knowledge of bookkeep-           (Hours: 36 Hours Live, 164 Hours Online)
ing and overall record keeping relative to successful small business       The customer service representative plays an essential role in an
operations. Additionally, this course takes students through all           organization's success through providing product and service infor-
accounting principles and bookkeeping necessities so that they can         mation and resolving product and service problems. In this course,
not only keep accurate books, but understand why and how these             you will learn about the various duties and responsibilities of the
records are kept, as well as how these processes and procedures            customer service provider, and you will practice these using a variety
might be improved. A full study of QuickBooks® will ensure that            of exercises, hypothetical interactions, and assignments. The goal
students can operate successfully within the most-widely used              of this course is to prepare you to be an outstanding, reliable, and
accounting software application. After completing this program,            successful customer service representative in a business or other or-
learners will have the opportunity to take the Intuit Quickbooks           ganization. In addition to providing students with a comprehensive
Certified User Certification.                                              education in customer service, this course will also prepare students
                                                                           to take nationally recognized customer service certification exams,
  CERT-Book-01       Jun. 3–Aug. 19        7–10 p.m.             Th
                                                                           including, but not limited to, the HDI Customer Service Represen-
  			$2,160                                                                tative Certification Exam.
                                                                           The CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam focuses on the essential IT
 HYBRID
           ssociate Professional in Human
          A                                                                skills and knowledge needed to perform tasks commonly performed
          Resources                                                        by advanced end-users and entry-level IT professionals alike. This
                                                                           course prepares students to take the CompTIA ITF+ Fundamentals
(HOURS: 21 Hours Live, 135 Hours Online)
                                                                           and HDI Customer Service Representative (HDI-CSR) certifica-
Learn about the exciting world of today's Human Resource Man-              tion exam. The cost of the course INCLUDES the cost of the
agement and prepare for the aPHR ® Exam throughout this online             national certification exams.
course. This HR management course weaves together solid human
resource principles, timely research and recent events, such as the lat-     CERT-IFT-01       April 8-May 19         7–10 p.m.          T-Th
est rise in unemployment and financial problems facing the U.S. and          CERT-IFT-02       June 14-July 21        7–10 p.m.           T/R
other countries. This course highlights important challenges facing
managers and employees in today's business climate. Interesting case         			$1,999
studies explore real companies and organizations in-depth and delve
into some of today's most effective, unique approaches in dealing           Certified Associate in Project Management
with HR issues. Upon completion of this course, students will have          (CAPM)
the skills necessary to serve as Human Resource Managers, as well as       (Hours: 40 Hours LIVE Online)
the preparation needed to sit for the aPHR ® exam.
                                                                           This course will provide entry-level project managers with the
This course prepares a student to take the HR Certification Institute ®    knowledge and skills necessary to successfully complete the Project
aPHR ® certification exam. The cost of the course INCLUDES the cost        Management Institute’s nationally recognized Certified Associate in
of the certification exam voucher.                                         Project Management (CAPM) exam. This credential is considered
  CERT-APHR-01      May 12–Jun. 23         7–10 p.m.              W        the standard of excellence in the field of project management and is
                                                                           often a required credential in the field. This comprehensive course
  CERT-APHR-02      Jul. 28–Sep. 8          7–10 p.m.             W        will use learning activities, practice exams, and assignments to help
  			$2,400                                                                students prepare for, and successfully complete, the CAPM exam.
                                                                             CERT-CAPM-01 May 25-Aug. 17          7–10 p.m.                 T
                                                                             			$2590

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R OWA N C O L L E G E O F S O U T H J E R S E Y

                        Business Solutions
                                                             For more than 40 years, the Rowan College of South Jersey
From Foundation to Future                                    Corporate Training (CT) has provided a variety of custom-
Let RCSJ Business Solutions support you and                  ized training options for area businesses. Providing organi-
your team with professional certifications, training         zations with innovative, progressive and convenient ways
                                                             to train and develop their teams. Our Customized Training
curriculum, and grant funded opportunities.                  Staff is prepared to provide individualized instruction,
                                                             courses for small group learning, multi-location training,
Executive Leadership
                                                             and/or a unique training plan for every organization. Pro-
 • Executive Leadership Coach Certificate
                                                             viding customized business solutions specifically for your
 • Corporate Wellness Scores Assessments                     unique business environment,implement targeted training
 • Organizational Change                                     solutions which meets your organization’s needs, assess-
 • Diversity and Inclusion                                   ments to determine your employee’s knowledge and tailor
Foundational programs                                        the training for everyone to be successful. This is how we
 • Communications
                                                             help businesses create a foundation for their future at RCSJ
                                                             Business Solutions.
 • Supervisory Skills
 • Stress Management
 • Negotiation
                                                             Contact us today!
 • Intrapreneurship                                          Cumberland Campus
Soft Skills for Management                                   Patricia Mooneyham, MS         Cindy Phillips
 • Technical Skills                                          Assistant Director             Project Coordinator
                                                             856-776-2374                   856-776-2371
 • MS Office
                                                             pmooneyh@rcsj.edu              lphilli8@rcsj.edu
 • Computers
 • Public Speaking                                           Gloucester Campus
 • Social Media
                                                             Allen J. Magid
 • Netiquette                                                Business Development Manager
 • Online Platforms                                          (856) 468-5000 x5503 Work
                                                             (856) 297-3713 (Mobile)
                                                             amagid@rcsj.edu

                                            ROWAN COLLEGE OF SOUTH JERSEY­—CUMBERLAND CAMPUS | RCSJ.EDU/CTE | 11
LIVE ONLINE
              TIPS Training                                              Medical Terminology
The focus of TIPS Training is on responsive consumption, whether         This 24-hour course will present a comprehensive introduction
at a bar, restaurant, ballpark concession, hotel, or university.         and overview of medical terminology in a straightforward and easy
Participants leave TIPS Training prepared to:                            manner for students who have no previous background in biology or
   -Recognize signs of intoxication                                      medicine. Students will gain hands-on, practical experience work-
                                                                         ing with word parts and medical terms related to each of the body
   -Spot underage drinkers and prevent sales to minors
                                                                         systems. Students in this course will learn by doing. Every lesson
	-Intervene quickly and assuredly in potential problem situations       reinforces the content through writing exercises and interaction with
	Understand the difference between people enjoying themselves           medical terminology. Through these interactive activities, students
   and those getting into trouble with alcohol                           will gain the fundamental knowledge needed to be successful in one
                                                                         of the many fastest-growing fields in allied health.
  PRODEV-TIPS-04       Mar. 15          10 a.m.–2 p.m.          M
  PRODEV-TIPS-05       Apr. 17          10 a.m.–2 p.m.           S         			$139.95

  PRODEV-TIPS-06       May 17–19       6–8 p.m.              M-W         Basic Management Skills
                                                                         Understanding how to transition into management is the goal of this
ParaPro Testing                                                          course. It presents the skills needed to help you move into a man-
Rowan College of South Jersey will be offering a ParaPro Examina-        agement position along with key strategies to help you understand
tion at the Arts & Innovation Center (AIC) in Millville.                 how to navigate the "management minefield" with ease. Gaining
The cost for the exam is $55 and must be purchased by credit card at     an understanding of how to deal with the pressures from peers and
the Arts and Innovation Center (AIC).Test takers must pre-register       expectations of upper management is a key to being a good manager.
and may prepay for their exam.                                           Presented are methods for dealing with unruly employees, the role
Exam keys are non-refundable, but may be rescheduled only at this        of office politics, and listening techniques that are aimed at helping
 location. For more information about upcoming testing dates, please     you understand what your boss is expecting. The impact of effective
call 856-776-2372                                                        management on corporate goals and profitability is also be presented.
                                                                         This class is designed to empower your management capabilities.
  PRODEV-PAPR-03       Mar. 11         2pm                     Th
  PRODEV-PAPR-04       Apr. 17         2pm                     Th          			$395

  PRODEV-PAPR-05       May 13          2pm                     Th        Personality Types Among Us
  PRODEV-PAPR-05       Jun. 10         2pm                     Th        Does your co-worker seem to be speaking a language you don't
  PRODEV-PAPR-06       Aug. 19         2pm                     Th        understand? Is your boss impossible to get along with? Are you hav-
                                                                         ing a hard time motivating one of your employees? The key could be
LIVE ONLINE
              Spanish for the Workplace                                  that their personality and yours don't mesh. This course will explore
                                                                         personality theories and allow you to discover your own personal-
Spanish for the Workplace is an innovative 16-hour, self-paced,
                                                                         ity and how that affects the way you think and work. You will also
online occupational Spanish conversation course that seeks to bridge
                                                                         explore how other personalities think and work and some communi-
the communication gap between English and Spanish-speaking
                                                                         cation and motivational tools you can use to be able to work better
supervisors and co-workers. The course incorporates visual imagery
                                                                         with them.
(photos associated with words and phrases for better retention),
native speakers to hear proper pronunciation, language tips, intuitive     			$225
reading exercises, interactive assessments to measure your progress
and comprehension, and cultural lessons.
  			                                                        $165

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Leadership Coach Certificate                                              S top Networking & Start Relationship
Active Listening for Results & Engagement                                  Building
Communication skills are at the heart of everything we do each day,       People want to do business with those they know like and trust.
whether at home, at work, or at play. Active listening encompasses        All the networking events in the world can’t increase traffic to your
the best of communication, including listening to what others are         business if you are not building relationships with your custom-
saying, processing the information, and responding to it in order to      ers. Brand recognition is part of trust and learning how to develop
clarify and elicit more information. This workshop will help              those relationships can have a direct impact to the success of your
participants develop and practice their active listening skills.          business. Building relationships in a virtual environment can
Class is held in 2-day cohorts.                                           be even trickier. Join us to learn how to STOP networking and
  April 8 – May 7        80 hours        Th-F                 $1595       START building relationships.
                                                                            TBD                   2 hours		                              $49
VIRTUAL
          Leadership Skills for New Supervisors
Being promoted to a Supervisory position is an exciting time for          Certified Hypnotist
any employee but being successful in that role requires more than         Our hands-on, experiential curriculum is designed to enable you
just technical skills. This class contains foundational skill to assist   to immediately begin working with clients on a multitude of issues
anyone in a Supervisor Roll. Skills like active listening, objectivity,   such as weight management, smoking cessation, and stress manage-
prioritization, and effective communication are just a few of the         ment, along with a number of other common issues. We’re here to
skills covered.                                                           support you along the way!
  April                  3–5 p.m.        W                      $199      Our content rich hypnosis training course is a fulfilling learning
                                                                          experience for anyone with an interest in helping and supporting
STEPS to Success                                                          others. Whether you’re building your own part-time or full-time
Strategic Techniques to Enrich Personal Self-worth                        business, adding additional tools to your current skill set, continu-
A goal is a wish until you make a plan. This class is designed to teach   ing your education in a helping modality or looking for personal
ways that can help you take your life to the next level and to assist     self-actualization and transformation, our program provides the
in removing personal limitations. Topics covered include personal         most comprehensive and experiential training available.
assessment; goal setting; communication; building self-confidence           TBD			                                                    $1999
and developing interpersonal relationships. We will use techniques
in meditation, planning, and assessment to develop personal enrich-
ment skills that can benefit students both personally and profession-
ally. Recommended reading for the class is The Success Principles
by Jack Canfield other recommended readings will be shared as the
class progresses. Includes a vision board workshop.
  May                    6–8:30 p.m.     M                      $199

LinkedIn And Leverage
LinkedIn is such a great concept but how do you get the most out
of the connections you make and the time you invest. Before you
add just another Social Media platform join our 2 hour workshop
and learn the ins and outs of connecting.
  TBD                    2 hour		                                $49

 rofessional Branding for Your Job and
P

                                                                          "
Career Search
A career search is more than just a resume. It is about how you want
to show up and attract the job that you want. Participants will want            The instructor was knowledgeable,
to have their resume and a cover letter to use for the class.
                                                                                engaging and thorough in her
  TBD                    2hr 		                                  $49
                                                                                presentation of the class material.
                                                                                Very informative and worth my
                                                                                time and investment.

                                                                                                                   "
                                                                                — Executive Leadership Coach Certificate
                                                                                   program, December 2020

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Comprehensive
                                 Certificate of                    Monthly
online courses
with assignments
                                 Completion awarded                classes that                                                           Enroll Today!
                                 with a passing score              run for six weeks
and final exams

Grant Writing Online Courses
     Rowan College of South Jersey                                                                                                           Courses
                                                                                                                                          start as low as
                                                                                                                                             $89
     All courses run for six weeks (with a 10-day grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include 12
     lessons. Lessons are supplemented with quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and
     more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office. Any time of the day or night.

     Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their
     ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners

     A to Z Grant Writing                               Advanced Grant Proposal Writing
     This is an invigorating and informative course     Do you know the best way to present                 How to get started:
     that will equip you with the skills and tools      information in a grant proposal? In this            1. Visit our Online Instruction Center:
     you need to enter the exciting field of grant      course, an experienced grant writer will show          www.ed2go.com/cccnj
                                                                                                               www.ed2go.com/cccnj
     writing! You'll learn how to raise needed funds    you how to research and write winning
                                                                                                            2. Click the COURSES link, choose the
     by discovering how and where to look for           proposals that get funded. You’ll learn what to
                                                                                                               department and course title you are interested
     potential funders who are a good match for         do–and, more importantly, what not to do–on
                                                                                                               in, and select the ENROLL NOW button.
     your organization. You'll also learn how to        every part of your proposal. You'll gain a full
     network and develop true partnerships with a       understanding of the criteria funders use to           Follow the instructions to enroll
     variety of funders, how to organize a              determine whether your grant proposal gets             and pay for your course. Here you will
     successful grant writing campaign, and how         funded or rejected. You'll become expert at            choose a username and password that
     to put together a complete proposal package.       ferreting out corporate, foundation, and               will grant you access to the Classroom.
                                                        government grantmakers, and you'll find out
     Become a Grant Writing Consultant                                                                      3. When your course starts, return to our Online
                                                        how to tailor your responses to information
     Good grant writing consultants are always in                                                              Instruction Center, and click the
                                                        found in the peer review criteria. You'll also
     demand. Learn how you can use a basic              discover a number of significant finishing             CLASSROOM link. To begin your studies,
     knowledge of grant or proposal writing to          touches that can give your project the edge            simply log in with the username and
     become an expert in the red-hot grant              over others. You'll also learn the best type of        password you selected during enrollment.
     consulting field. This is one field where your     paper to use, which buzzwords to include,
     creative writing skills can touch thousands of     which fonts work best, and which types of
     people and literally make a difference in their                                                                 New course sessions
                                                        graphics and formatting techniques will make                  begin each month.
     quality of life!                                   your proposal more competitive.
                                                                                                   (over)          To learn more call:
                                                                                                                 (856) 776-2372

                                  Visit our Online Instruction Center to ENROLL TODAY!

                                 www.ed2go.com/cccnj
Comprehensive
                                 Certificate of                     Monthly
online courses
with assignments
                                 Completion awarded                 classes that                                                         Enroll Today!
                                 with a passing score               run for six weeks
and final exams

                                                        Grant Writing Online Courses
     Get Grants                                          Starting a Nonprofit                                Accounting Fundamentals
     Learn how to develop successful, fundable           Do you dream of starting and running your           Demand for accounting professionals
     grants from experts whose proposals have            very own nonprofit? This unique course              currently exceeds supply. If you're interested
     garnered millions in funded projects. This          carefully details the many aspects of taking a      in increasing your financial awareness and
     course will give you the skills you'll need to      nonprofit start-up from vision to reality. Filled   accountability while also gaining a marketable
     prepare professional, competitive, and              with savvy advice and plenty of assistance          skill, this course is for you. You'll learn the
     compelling grant proposals. You'll understand       from an industry veteran, this is the perfect       basics of double-entry bookkeeping, while
     what funding agencies are looking for and           how-to course for anyone interested in              also learning how to analyze and record
     how best to approach them. Your proposals           building a thriving nonprofit organization up       financial transactions, as well as prepare
     will help you and your organization                 from the grassroots.                                various financial reports at the end of the
     successfully Get Grants!                                                                                fiscal period. We'll discuss accounts
                                                         Marketing Your Nonprofit                            receivable, accounts payable, payroll
     Writing Effective Grant Proposals                   Discover marketing practices that will help         procedures, sales taxes, and various common
     Learn to prepare grant proposals that get solid     you further the ideals and goals of your            banking activities. We'll cover all the bases,
     results for your favorite organization or           nonprofit. In the face of stiff competition,        from writing checks to preparing an income
     charity. Over $200 billion annually is available    an increase in the number of worthwhile             statement and closing out accounts at the end
     for worthy causes, and most people don’t            causes, new regulations, more oversight, and        of each fiscal period.
     know how to prepare the application that will       fewer funding opportunities, you need to work
     deliver needed funding. Avoid the mistakes          smarter–not longer. This course, packed with        Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016
     that get applications for wonderful projects        practical strategies that you can put to      Discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for
     tossed into the wastebasket! Learn how to           immediate use, will help you compete more     setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly
     write professional proposals that actually          effectively for members, media attention,     and efficiently. Learn the secrets behind
     succeed.                                            donors, clients, and volunteers.              writing powerful formulas, using functions,
                                                                                                       sorting and analyzing data, creating custom
     Introduction to Nonprofit                        Wow, What a Great Event                          charts, creating 3-dimensional workbooks,
     Management                                       Learn how to create and coordinate successful building links, and creating macros and
     Develop the skills and strategies you need to special events. Develop skills, find resources, custom toolbar buttons.
     become an integral part of one of America’s      and gain confidence to plan and produce any
     fastest growing service sectors. In this course, size or type of event. Find out what the         Research Methods for Writers
     a seasoned veteran in the nonprofit              experts  and  master  planners already know   so Attention all writers! Learn how to efficiently
     management field will show you how to            that you  can  avoid embarrassing   and  costly  and effectively conduct research for any
     transform your good intentions into a            planning   errors or production  mistakes. After writing project. Research has progressed far
     professional plan of action. You'll understand   just a few  weeks,  you will become  a           beyond a visit to the library. Today, myriad
     the unique characteristics of nonprofit          knowledgeable     event planner poised  to       sources provide almost anything a writer
     organizations while mastering the core           produce   any  type of event.                    might need to know on any subject. Learn
     knowledge necessary to become an effective                                                        how to identify and access every information
     leader in the nonprofit arena!                                                                    source imaginable.

                                Rowan College of South Jersey
                            For a complete list of available courses, detailed course descriptions,
                               requirements, demonstrations, and additional information visit:

                                 www.ed2go.com/cccnj
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DISPLACED                                                                 ADULT BASIC
                                                                           EDUCATION (ABE)
HOMEMAKER
 PROGRAM
                                                                           (FORMERLY THE GED PROGRAM)

                                                                            Adult Basic Education Classes - ABE
                                                                           We offer online classes for Adult Basic Education and English as a
                                                                           Second Language providing students with more technology skill and
                                                                           adding another dimension to their educational experience. All inter-
                                                                           ested candidates are required to own a reliable desktop, laptop or iPad/
Who are Displaced Homemakers?                                              tablet equipped with cameras and reliable home Wi-Fi for these online
Displaced homemakers are individuals who have worked                       classes. Students will be expected to participate in online lessons, virtual
in the home for a number of years and suddenly find that                   classes, activities, assignments, and assessments.
they are the primary source of household income. This situ-                Rowan College of South Jersey offers ABE programs designed to
ation may be a result of divorce, separation, death, or the                prepare you to earn your high school equivalency diploma, improve
disability of a spouse or partner. In many cases, displaced
                                                                           your English Literacy Skills, get you into college and put you on a career
homemakers are underemployed and unable to support
                                                                           path. Whether you need to improve your basic skills or want support as
themselves or their children. After losing a primary source of
income, displaced homemakers often need to return to the
                                                                           you transition into college or employment, our programs will meet you
workforce.                                                                 at your level and help you reach your educational and career goals.
                                                                           We offer online classes. As a student you will be required to take a basic
How can we help?                                                           skills assessment to identify your academic skills and content knowl-
Displaced homemaker programs help these individuals
                                                                           edge, meet with the program counselor, and attend a program orienta-
learn or update skills for today’s job market. The goal is to              tion. Day and evening classes are offered throughout the year. We look
help them become financially self sufficient and mentally                  forward to meeting and exceeding your educational needs.
empowered by providing education, job readiness training,
career planning services, individual consulting, outreach,                  English As Second Language - ESL
referrals to social services, and emotional support.                       Our online ESL program help adults whose first language is not English
                                                                           to improve their English speaking, reading, and writing skills. All inter-
Program Services                                                           ested candidates are required to own a reliable desktop, laptop or iPad/
• Job Skills Training                                                      tablet equipped with cameras and reliable home Wi-Fi to begin the
• Job Readiness Workshops                                                  online classes. The student will also need to take an ESL Verbal Locator
• Computer Skills Training                                                 assessment before placing them in a class level. Students will be expected
• Financial Literacy                                                       to participate in online lessons, virtual classes, activities, assignments,
• Life Skills Workshops (Empowerment Series)                              and assessments. We look forward to meeting and exceeding your edu-
• Individual Consultation and Case Management                             cational needs.
• Career Planning Services
• Job Placement Assistance                                                 Students will have opportunities to gain computer skills, work readiness
• Supportive Services and Referrals                                        skills, enroll in college, and prepare for career training or employment
                                                                           opportunities. Students looking to become a US citizen will also have
                                                                           the opportunity to prepare for the US Citizenship test. ​
                                                                           Adult Basic Education Program is funded by USDOE - WIOA Title II grant.
         Grant funding available for those
                   who qualify.                                              Steps to Enroll
        For more information or appointments:                                1. Go to RCSJ.edu/adulteducation/cumberland
          Traci Mayo-Faulk, DHG Coordinator                                  2. Please save or download the forms
            856-776-2385 | tmayo@rcsj.edu                                    3. Complete the ABE Student Enrollment forms.
                                                                             4. Email designated forms
   Rowan College of South Jersety-Cumberland’s Displaced Homemaker              • Patricia Gilmore | pgilmore@rcsj.edu - ABE
   Program is partially funded by a grant from the State of New Jersey’s
       Department of Children and Families Division on Women.
                                                                                • Annette Vargas | avargas7@rcsj.edu - ESL

                                                                             *For HiSet testing registration go to: www.hiset.ets.org, click on
                                                                             Schedule Your Exam, scroll down to New Users - Create an Account”

   16 | CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION | SPRING 2021–SUMMER 2021
CLAY COLLEGE
 FOR FULL CLASS LISTINGS
 call: 856-765-0988
 email: aic@cc.rcsj.edu
 visit: claycollege.com

 NON-CREDIT CLASSES                                                                     LIVE ONLINE
                                                                                                      Pet Bowls
                                                                                        Great for all ages! Create a one-of-a-kind bowl for your beloved pet
LIVE ONLINE
            Friday Morning Pottery                                                      in honor of Global Animal Day! Schedule a pickup time for a kit
This live online course will explore hand-building techniques such                      that will include, a soft clay ready-made bowl form, and extra clay to
as pinch, coil, and slab. Glaze and firings included. Clay may be                       add to your personalized pet bowl. You may also want to use things
purchased at the studio. No experience needed. This will be a live                      you have at home like cookie cutters or stamps. Schedule a drop off
online class; the instructor will be there to answer questions.                         time for your piece to be fired in the kiln. Someone from our staff
Fridays, Jan 15–Feb 5, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., or Fridays, Mar 5–26,                           will finish it for you and call you back for a pickup time.
10 a.m.–12 p.m., $125                                                                   Friday, Apr 2, 6–8 p.m., $30
 ONE DAY WORKSHOPS                                                                      LIVE ONLINE
                                                                                                      Plant Markers
                                                                                        - Make weather and garden safe markers from thin slabs of clay that
LIVE ONLINE
              Pottery Easter Egg
                                                                                        will last a lifetime! Decorate using stamps, appliques and/or ceramic
Hop over to the Clay College to pick up your own pottery egg!
                                                                                        paint. Schedule a pickup time for a kit that will include, a soft clay
Schedule a pickup time for a kit that will include, a hand wheel
                                                                                        slab, and extra clay to create your personalized plant markers. You
thrown egg made by one of our potters from the Clay College, under
                                                                                        may also want to use things you have at home like cookie cutters,
glazes, tools, and extra clay to add to your personalized Easter egg.
                                                                                        stamps or hole punches. Schedule a drop off time for your piece to be
You may also want to use things you have at home like cookie cutters,
                                                                                        fired in the kiln. Someone from our staff will finish it for you and call
stamps and textured fabric. Schedule a drop off time for your piece to
                                                                                        you back for a pickup time.
be fired in the kiln. Someone from our staff will finish it for you and
call you back for a pickup time.                                                        Saturday, Apr 10, 2–4 p.m., $30
Friday, Mar. 5, 6–8 p.m., $30                                                           LIVE ONLINE
                                                                                                      Bird House
LIVE ONLINE
           House Numbers                                                                 Create a unique piece of garden art and a home for your feathered
Print your house number in desired font and size and the instructor                     friends! Schedule a pickup time for a kit that will include, a hand
will help you turn it into weather safe house numbers for your home!                    thrown form and extra clay to add to your bird house. You may also
Schedule a pickup time for a kit that will include, a clay slab and extra               want to use things you have at home like cookie cutters or stamps.
clay to add to your personalized house number. You may also want to                     Schedule a drop off time for your piece to be fired in the kiln.
use things you have at home like cookie cutters, stamps and textured                    Someone from our staff will finish it for you and call you back for a
fabric. Schedule a drop off time for your piece to be fired in the kiln.                pickup time.
Someone from our staff will finish it for you and call you back for a                   Saturday, Apr 17, 2–4 p.m., $30
pickup time.                                                                            LIVE ONLINE
                                                                                                      Butterfly Feeder Online
Friday, Mar. 12, 6–8 p.m., $30
                                                                                        Create a unique piece of garden art and attract butterflies to your
LIVE ONLINE
              Flowerpots                                                                yard! Schedule a pickup time for a kit that will include, a soft clay slab
 Show off your garden with an artful flowerpot. Schedule a pickup                       and extra clay to add to your butterfly feeder. You may also want to
time for a kit that will include, a soft clay ready-made flowerpot form,                use things you have at home like cookie cutters or stamps. Schedule a
and extra clay to add to your personalized flowerpot. You may also                      drop off time for your piece to be fired in the kiln. Someone from our
want to use things you have at home like cookie cutters, stamps, or                     staff will finish it for you and call you back for a pickup time.
hole punches. Schedule a drop off time for your piece to be fired in                    Friday, Apr 23, 6–8 p.m., $30
the kiln. Someone from our staff will finish it for you and call you
back for a pickup time.
Saturday, Mar. 20, 2–4 p.m., $30

                                   Register today at cccnj.gosignmeup.com
              * LIVE ONLINE Workshops; In order to join the following classes, participants must have the following: Zoom app installed before the class starts
                                            (available on desktop and most mobile devices) WIFI or internet connectivity.

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