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Registration opens November 9, 2026!
To secure your spot, please call 732-224-2315
(Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and choose Option 1 when prompted.

Important Registration Details:
*Payment & Payment Plans: Payment options – including flexible payment plans – will be outlined in your confirmation email after you register.
*Payment Deadline: You have 3 days from registration to submit your payment or set up a payment plan. Please note that your enrollment is not finalized until payment is received.
*Scheduled Commitment & Policies: Please double-check your availability before enrolling, our refund policy has been updated. Review our full guidelines

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. Class is limited to 10 students per class.

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 Freehold Regional Location.

Monday – Friday
January 4 – January 15, 2027
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

(Clinicals will take place January 11th – 15th. Clinical hours are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
Complete schedule will be given on the first day of class.

Monday – Friday
March 29 – April 9, 2027
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Clinicals will take place the 2nd week of each class and may begin at 7:00 a.m.
Complete schedule will be given on the first day of class.

Monday – Friday
June 7 – June 18, 2027
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Clinicals will take place the 2nd week of each class and may begin at 7:00 a.m.
Complete schedule will be given on the first day of class.

Monday – Friday
August 2 – August 13, 2027
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Clinicals will take place the 2nd week of each class and may begin at 7:00 a.m.
Complete schedule will be given on the first day of class.

Fee and code: $1,199, XMEDG 014
Textbooks not included (Approx. $56).

View 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. Class is limited to 10 students per class.

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.

Classes will return in the Fall of 2027

To be put on a registration waitlist, please contact Danielle Strauch at dstrauch@brookdalecc.edu

Fee and Code: $1,599, XMEDG 013
Textbook (approx. $56), Certification Test Fee ($84) not included.

View 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 (PCT)

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). Class is limited to 10 students per class.

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.

Classes are in-person instruction. There may be a few classes conducted remote live via Zoom.

Please choose ONE of the following class dates:

Tuesday & Thursday
December 1 – February 4, 2027
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Wall Regional Location

(No Class Dec 21 – Jan 1)

Clinical Orientation: February 5, 2027, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (JSUMC)
Clinical: Monday – Friday
February 6 – February 20

8 to 12 – hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

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

Saturday
January 16 – April 10, 2027
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Freehold Regional Location

(No Class March 27th)

Clinical Orientation: April 11, 2027, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (JSUMC)
Clinical Training: Saturday & Sunday
April 17, 18, 24, 25, and May 1 and 2

8 to 12 – hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

Monday & Wednesday
February 15 – April 7, 2027
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Freehold Regional Location

Clinical Orientation: April 8, 2027, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (JSUMC)
Clinical Training:
April 10 – April 23

8 to 12 – hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

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

Monday & Wednesday
March 8 – May 26, 2027
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Freehold Regional Location

Clinical Orientation: May 27, 2027, 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (JSUMC)
Clinical Training:
June 1 – June 15
(No clinical May 31st)

8 to 12 – hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

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

Monday & Wednesday
May 10 – July 15, 2027
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Freehold Regional Location
(No class May 31st)

Clinical Orientation: July 6, 2027, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (JSUMC)
Clinical Training:
July 12 – July 26

7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

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

Tuesday & Thursday
May 18 – August 5, 2027
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Freehold Regional Location

Clinical Orientation: August 6, 2027, 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (JSUMC)
Clinical Training:
August 9 – August 23

8 to 12 – hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC)

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

Fee and Code: $2,899, XMEDG 075
Textbooks not included in cost of program (approx. $110).

View 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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