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Raritan Valley Community College will launch a new Adult Learners’ College this fall to help older students fulfill their personal or career goals.

The Adult Learners’ College is geared for students age 25 and older who are looking to begin or complete their college degree, explore a new career path, gain additional training, get a promotion at work, be the first member of their family to attend college, or improve their English. Special support services will be offered to help students complete their education.

In addition, 7-week semesters will be offered for some programs, providing adult students with a more convenient academic schedule to help them balance work, school, and family obligations.

Adult students may enroll in workforce, certificate, or degree programs at RVCC. Some of the College’s programs that may be of interest to adult students include:

•    English as a Second Language
•    Phlebotomy Assistant Certificate
•    OSHA 10 Card
•    Welding Certificate
•    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Certificate
•    Principles of Municipal Court Administration
•    Allied Health Certificate
•    Medical Assistant Certificate
•    Paralegal Certificate
•    Supply Chain Management Certificate

In addition, RVCC offers a number of online degree and certificate programs, which offer a more flexible schedule for adult students. For a list of programs, visit https://www.raritanval.edu/academic-programs/online-courses.

RVCC’s Fall 2023 Semester begins August 30.

For additional information about the Adult Learners’ College, email adult.college@raritanval.edu, visit www.raritanval.edu/adult-learners, or call Torina Armstrong, Manager of the Adult Learners’ College, at 908-526-1200,  ext. 8553.

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to  a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.


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March 3, 2023

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