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*SPRING CLASSES ARE NOW OPEN*

REGISTRATION IS EASY, PLEASE CALL 732-224-2315 TO REGISTER OR TO LEARN ABOUT POSSIBLE PAYMENT PLANS. WHEN PROMPTED, PRESS OPTION 1 TO SPEAK WITH ONE OF OUR CPS ASSOCIATES.  NO ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE.

CHHA, CNA and PCT – NURSING PREREQUISITES

The Certified Homemaker/Home Health Aide, Certified Nurse Aide in Long Term Care or Patient Care Technician Certificate Program will fulfill the prerequisite for the Brookdale Nursing Program.

Certified Homemaker/Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Coordinator: Wendy Massaro- Johnson, MSN, RN 

This NJ State Board of Nursing approved program prepares you to work for a home care agency or assisted living facility. Learn to provide basic care including personal care, nutrition, and rehabilitation services for patients recovering from an illness in their home or in an assisted-living facility. Learn basic anatomy and physiology and study common diseases. Class includes 12 hours of clinical in a local nursing home and a uniform is required. Upon successfully completing the program, you will be prepared to qualify for certification. The certification exam will be administered on the last day of class. Also includes CPR certification. 76-hours.

Prerequisites:

The forms to complete the following prerequisites will be emailed to you closer to the start date of class:

Note: 100% attendance is required by the NJ State Board of Nursing. An additional fee will be charged to students for class and clinical make-up hours. Uniform is required.

All Classes are In-Person at the Lincroft Campus

Monday – Friday
March 31 – April 11, 2025
8:00 am – 4:30 pm

(Clinicals will take place April 7th – 11th. Clinical hours are 6:00 am – 2:30 pm)
Complete schedule will be given on the 1st day of class.

Monday – Friday
June 2 – June 13, 2025
8:00 am – 4:30 pm

(Clinicals will take place June 9th – 13th. Clinical hours are 6:00 am – 2:30 pm)
Complete schedule will be given on the 1st day of class.

Monday – Friday
August 4 – August 15
8:00 am – 4:30 pm

(Clinicals will take place August 11th – 15th. Clinical hours are 6:00 am – 2:30 pm)
Complete schedule will be given on the 1st day of class.

Fee and code: $1,099, XMEDG 014
Textbooks not included (Approx. $55) Click here for the Textbook and Supply list.

Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Joyce Cosentino at 732-224-2140 or email jcosentino@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu

Certified Nurse Aide in Long Term Care (CNA)

Coordinator: Christine Haas, RN

This NJ Department of Health approved program will train you for employment in a nursing home, long term care, or assisted living facility. Learn physical care skills, psychosocial care skills, and the role of the nurse aide including legal and ethical concepts, and client rights. Upon successful completion of course content and skills testing, you will be prepared to sit for certification. 90 hours.

Prerequisites:

The forms to complete the following prerequisites will be emailed to you closer to the start date of class:

Note: If English is not your best language, oral and written English tests may be required. 100% attendance is required. An additional fee will be charged to students for class and clinical make-up hours. Uniform is required. Clinicals will take place at area nursing homes located within Monmouth County.

All classes are In-Person at the Lincroft Campus
Clinicals to be held at a facility in Monmouth County

Tuesday & Thursday
February 25 – June 26, 2025
5:00 pm – 8:40 pm

Skills Testing
Tuesday, July 8th – 9:00 am

Fee and Code: $1,499, XMEDG 013
Textbook and Certification Test Fee ($76) not included in cost of program. Click here for the Textbook and Supply list.

Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Joyce Cosentino at 732-224-2140 or email jcosentino@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu

Patient Care Technician Certification

Coordinator: Pam Hileman-Kuebler, MSN, RN-BC, HNB-BC 

Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled and employed in a variety of settings including hospitals. This program uses a comprehensive approach (lecture, lab and clinical) to train you as a patient care technician.

Areas of Study: Patient care, basic anatomy and physiology, infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, vital signs, knowledge of behavioral health and patients with special needs. Also, EKG & venipuncture training and CPR certification. Upon completion you will be prepared for the certification test through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Prerequisites:

The forms to complete the following prerequisites will be emailed to you closer to the start date of class:

Note: If English is not your best language, oral and written English tests may be required. 100% attendance is required. An additional fee will be charged to students for class and clinical make-up hours. Uniform is required. Clinical will be held at area hospitals and sub-acute facilities.

All classes are in-person instruction.  There maybe a few classes conducted remote live via Zoom.

Please choose one of the following class dates:

CLASS CLOSED

Saturday
January 18 – April 26, 2025
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Lincroft Campus

(No class April 19th)

Orientation
April 27, 2025 (7:00 am – 3:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

Clinical
May 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18
8 to 12 -hour shifts between 7:00am-7:00pm at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

(Please note: clinical can take place on any day during this period)

CLASS CLOSED

Monday & Wednesday
February 17 – April 16, 2025
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wall Campus

Orientation
April 17, 2025 (7:00 am – 3:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)          

Clinical
April 21 – May 2
8 to 12 -hour shifts between (7:00am-7:00pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

(Please note: clinical can take place on any day during this 2-week period)

Monday & Wednesday
May 12 – July 16, 2025
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wall Campus

(No Class May 26th)

Orientation
July 17, 2025 (7:00 am – 3:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

Clinical
July 18 – July 28
8 to 12 -hour shifts between (7:00 am – 7:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

(Please note: clinical can take place on any day during this 2-week period)

Monday & Wednesday
May 12 – July 28, 2025
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Lincroft Campus

Orientation
July 29, 2025 (3:00 pm – 11:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

Clinical
July 30 – August 11
(3:00 pm to 11:00 pm or 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

(Please note: clinical can take place on any day during this 2-week period)

Monday – Thursday
June 16 – July 17, 2025
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Lincroft Campus

(No Class July 4th)

Orientation
July 21, 2025 (7:00 am – 3:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

Clinical
July 23 – July 30
8 to 12 -hour shifts between (7:00 am – 7:00 pm) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

(Please note: clinical can take place on any day during this 2-week period)

Tuesday & Thursday
June 17 – August 21, 2025
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wall Campus

Orientation
August 22, 2025 (7:00 am – 3:00 pm) at Monmouth Medical Center (MMC)

Clinical
August 25 – September 3
8 to 12 -hour shifts between (7:00 am – 7:00 pm) at Monmouth Medical Center (MMC)
(No Class September 1st)

(Please note: clinical can take place on any day during this 2-week period)

Fee and Code: $2,699, XMEDG 075 (Includes NHA Certification Exam fee)
Textbooks not included in cost of program (approx. $110) Click here for the Textbook and Supply list.

Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Joyce Cosentino at 732-224-2140 or email jcosentino@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu

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