Opportunity Programs
Prevocational Training for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
These courses are prevocational training programs. They cover fundamental skills, and are intended for students who have the physical and intellectual capacity, as well as the desire, to become a member of the workforce.
Prospective students will be welcomed into this non-credit program under the auspices of the Center for Workforce Development Program. Please note that certification requires full participation in the course and lab experiences.
The goal of this program is to teach basic skills that may transfer to employment with local establishments. In addition, students will be coached on resume and interview preparation.
Class size is limited to 8 students per session. Priority will be given to students who have not yet completed an Opportunity Program course.
Opportunity Programs are administered in partnership with the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education as part of the County College-Based Center for Adult Transition Grant.
For more information and eligibility requirements, please visit our Opportunity Programs website
| Course Code | Course Title | CEUs |
|---|---|---|
| FDS-129E | Culinary Opportunity Program (COP) | 7.2 |
| CAR-203E | Home Improvement Retail Specialist Opportunity Program | 4 |
| HRT-138E | Horticultural Opportunity Program (HOP) | 5.4 |
| CAR-201E | Office Assistant Opportunity Program | 4.5 |
For enrollment information, please contact Sarah Robey at srobey@ccm.edu or at 973-328-5189.
Culinary Opportunity Program (COP)
Students in this two-part program learn fundamental culinary skills including following recipes, sanitation, and using commercial kitchen equipment, and the opportunity to earn the Serv-Safe Food Handler certification. FDS-129E.
Home Improvement Retail Specialist Opportunity Program
This course teaches vocational skills in construction to prepare for careers at home improvement organizations, hardware stores, and local warehouses. Topics include the safe use of tools, moving and securing materials and proper use of equipment. CAR-203E.
Horticultural Opportunity Program (HOP)
The Horticulture Opportunity Program teaches hands-on horticultural practices ranging from greenhouse production, to growing vegetables and herbs, to floriculture. Students will learn about the safe use of tools, soil preparation and seeding, transplanting techniques, caring for plants, and more. HRT-138E.
Office Assistant Opportunity Program
Students will practice clerical skills such as filing, typing, and organization. In addition, they will learn basic Microsoft Office software applications. CAR-201E.