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Choosing Autonomy Today!

Establishment of the Center for Adult Transition at Brookdale is possible in partnership with the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education through funding provided by the “County College-Based Centers for Adult Transition Grant.”

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Our Mission

The Center for Adult Transition is committed to offering young adults (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities the support, programming, and resources needed to facilitate meaningful and successful transitions from secondary school to adulthood. Programming provides pathways to more independent living, career fulfillment, and continuing education.

 

New Facility

This state-of-the-art space has been thoughtfully designed to serve the unique needs of young adults with differing abilities. The facility includes:

Now taking applications for Fall 2025 First Year Students
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Programming

For New Students

Two Year Certificate Program (open to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 18-24)

Year One – Laying the Groundwork

Tuesday and Thursday
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Build a foundation for the next steps toward autonomy, and independent living.

Areas of Study Include:

Tuesday

  • Life Skills
  • Self-Advocacy
  • Civics/Citizenship
  • Community Engagement
  • Social Skills
  • Nutrition/Wellness
  • Hydroponics

Thursday

  • Career Exploration
  • Interests & Strengths
  • Interview Skills
  • Job Readiness
  • Vocational Skills
  • Off-Site Workplace Visits
  • Volunteer Opportunities

 

 

Year Two – Building a Future

Two (2) days a week

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Year One

Based on an assessment of interests, abilities, and goals; students will prepare to step onto one of three pathways to success: Continued Education, Employment, and Community Life Engagement.

 

Contact

For more information about this program, email or call Katie, cposs@brookdalecc.edu; 732-224-2015 or Ashley, abenyola@brookdalecc.edu; 732-224-1912.