Eastern Monmouth Center- Now Open!
Formerly Asbury Park
New Eastern Monmouth Center in Neptune
Spring 2008 Courses Available
Earn your Degree in Culinary Arts
Explore a Career in Human Services
Displaced Homemakers Program
Staff Contacts & Phone Numbers
Beginning with the Fall 2007 term, Brookdale classes previously held in Asbury Park’s Grand Avenue building will be offered at the new location. The new Eastern Monmouth Center is directly across the street from Neptune High School and will offer convenient educational opportunities and services for students from Neptune as well as Asbury Park.
“Our new Eastern Monmouth Center will ensure that Brookdale students receive the first-class educational experience they expect and deserve,” said College president Dr. Peter F. Burnham.
Spring 2008 Courses
View the Spring courses in PDF here. Classes start January 22 - register soon!
Earn Your Degree in Culinary Arts
The Culinary Education Center of Monmouth County is a unique collaboration between Brookdale and the Monmouth County Vocational School District. It is still housed in its original quarters at 101 Drury Lane in Asbury Park, adjacent to the Asbury Park High School.
Students learn hands-on at the state-of-the-art culinary kitchens and take complimentary general education courses at the Culinary Education Center located adjacent to Asbury Park High School. Classes are offered during the week, allowing students the weekends to pursue job opportunities in the field. Challenging externship experiences are custom-matched to student’s individual career goals, with successful placements locally and nationally, including Disney World and other comparable venues. Students develop a comprehensive portfolio and benefit from award-winning education provided by accomplished chefs.
Explore a Career in Human Services
Social and human services professions are among the fastest growing careers in Monmouth County. You can take courses towards your Associate Degree in Human Services and participate in a combination of classroom learning and on-site experiences. Call 732-224-2546 for more information.
Displaced Homemakers Program
Have you lost your primary source of income due to separation, divorce, disability or death of a spouse? If so, Brookdale Community College`s Displaced Homemakers Program offers you a free, customized, holistic, client centered program to help you transition into the job market and address a variety of other needs. We offer a compassionate, non-judgmental support system. Individuals are empowered to make their own decisions and good choices. We provide referrals to a broad array of resources including social service agencies, educational institutions and training programs, as well as financial aid resources.
* Assertiveness training to help you develop strengths and self-esteem
* Job search skills including learning to network, resume writing and interviewing
* Personal counseling and emotional support
* Career development to help you choose an occupation that`s right for you
* Computer training to become more comfortable with current technology
* Support groups so you don`t have to go through this transition alone
* Workshops to help you manage your money, your stress and your divorce
* Community referrals to help you meet a variety of needs
Please call Mary Ann O`Brien at 732-774-3363 ext. 232 or Robin Vogel or Eve Holliday at 732-495-4496 for information.
Staff Contacts
Charanne P. Smith, Center Director, 732-774-3363, ext. 227
E-mail cpsmith@brookdalecc.edu
Lisa Savage, Center Assistant, 732-774-3363, ext. 221
Maria Maccanico, Center Assistant 732-774-3363, ext. 222
Mary Ann O`Brien, Displaced Homemaker Program, 732-774-3363 ext. 232
SECURITY 732-774-3363, ext. 226
