Adult Education, Civics & Workforce Preparation Program
The Adult Education, Civics & Workforce Preparation Program (AECWP) provides free comprehensive services to Ocean County residents. The AECWP program is housed within the Workforce and Professional Education Department on the main campus at Ocean County College and throughout the county.
The Program provides the following:
- High School equivalency test preparation.
- English As A Second Language (ESL) Classes.
- Workforce preparation skills development.
- Digital Literacy for Basic Computer Skills.
- Integrated Education Training
- Family literacy events.
Additional services include case management and access to OCC resources such as:
- Tutoring Center
- Helping Hands Food Pantry
- Disability Services
- Counseling
- Library
Accommodations for students can be provided based on needs and barriers to assist with successful program completion.
*The Adult Education, Civics, and Workforce Preparation Program is funded by the State of New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development for Consolidated Adult Basic Skills (Title II) and Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) Programs.