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Continuing Education and Workforce Development

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Continuing Education and Workforce Development

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A Full service Learning Center located at Union College
Serving Residents and the business community

09/16/2026

UCNJ Continuing Education and Workforce Development team (Greg Skelley, Joanne Kula and Lisa Hiscano) at Union County Means Business Expo on September 9 with Union County Commissioners Rebecca Williams, Michele Delisfort, and Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded connecting with employers, sharing workforce solutions, and building relationships with the businesses that are key to strengthening our local economy.

09/02/2026

Ready to stand out in today’s competitive job market? Work experience and a degree are great foundations, but adding industry-validated certifications is how you prove to employers that you have the exact, up-to-date skills they are looking for.

Through UCNJ CE&WD, you can layer your education and background with credentials that fast-track your career pathway. Whether you are looking to advance in your current field or pivot to a new one, we offer programs across high-demand industries:

💼 Business & Management (PMP®, SHRM®, Hospitality, NJ Film Academy)
🩺 Healthcare (Certified Medical Assistant, Patient Care Tech, Pharmacy Tech, Medical Coding Specialist)
💻 IT & Computer Training (CompTIA A+, Network+, Data Analysis)
🏡 Real Estate & Construction (NJ Licensed Sales Associate, Uniform Construction Code)

View our Fall 2026 brochure here: https://bit.ly/4gy0z1B

08/21/2026

YOUR FILM CAREER STARTS HERE. Go Behind the Scenes. Learn the Business. Find Your Place in the Industry.

Join our Virtual Information Session and discover Script to Screen: Introduction to the Entertainment Industry—a hands-on program designed to introduce you to how film and television productions really work and the career opportunities that happen behind the camera. Register at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/BTW3iW0G5d?origin=lprLink

08/12/2026

Build Partnerships. Shape Careers. Drive Workforce Impact.

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is hiring!
Are you a strategic relationship-builder who knows how to connect employers, training solutions, and talent? Join UCNJ’s Industry-Business Institute as an Assistant Program Director – Employer Engagement and help shape the future of workforce development in our region.

In this high-impact role, you’ll:
• Build and grow relationships with employers and industry partners
• Drive business development, revenue growth, and new program opportunities
• Create customized workforce training solutions that meet employer needs
• Build partnerships with chambers, industry associations, government agencies, and community organizations
• Use data, CRM tools, and outreach strategies to measure results and fuel growth
• Help develop innovative programs that connect people to in-demand careers
If you're passionate about creating opportunities that make a difference, we want to hear from you! View the full job description and apply today: https://ucc.peopleadmin.com/postings/12437

08/07/2026

📚 Take the Next Step Toward Your Future!
Improve your English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through our ESL program, or prepare for the GED exam with instruction in Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts.
📍 Elizabeth Campus: ESL & GED Preparation
📍 Plainfield Campus: ESL Classes
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply today!

08/06/2026

Finding top-tier talent or upskilling your current team shouldn't feel like a full-time job. At UCNJ, we have already done the heavy lifting. We are actively building a pipeline of day-one-ready professionals trained in high-demand fields like IT, AI, Advanced Data Analysis, Healthcare and Financial Systems. Let’s talk about how we can support your business growth this quarter.

👇 Scan the QR code in the flyer to schedule a quick 1-on-1 chat, or reach out directly to Greg Skelley at [email protected].

08/05/2026

Ready to Become a U.S. Citizen?
Have you applied for U.S. citizenship or are you planning to? Let UCNJ help you prepare with our ESL Citizenship Classes! Build your confidence, strengthen your English, and get ready for the naturalization interview and citizenship test. 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply today!

07/23/2026

Microsoft Office Specialist Program – Build Skills for Today’s Workforce!

UCNJ’s Center for Economic & Workforce Development (CEWD) is offering the Integrated Education & Training ESL Microsoft Office Specialist Program. This program is designed to prepare participants with limited English language skills for jobs requiring computer application skills by integrating intensive English study with Microsoft Office Word and Excel training. To sign up: (908) 659-5114 CEWD-RECRUITING@UCC.

07/22/2026

Success in the CMA Lab!
Our Certified Medical Assistant students had a great day putting their skills into practice during their Phlebotomy course. From hands-on training to building confidence, our students are gaining the experience needed to succeed in the healthcare field.
We’re proud of their hard work, dedication, and progress! # UCNJ CMA

07/16/2026

Launch Your Future with Industry-Recognized Credentials
Gain the tech and finance skills employers are hiring for...find out more at an upcoming information session...register at https://forms.office.com/r/BG5QcBCAbp

Address

40 W Jersey Street
Elizabeth, NJ
07201

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(908) 965-2992

Website

https://www.ucc.edu/continuing-and-professional-education-and-workforce-development/

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