Continuing Education and Workforce Development

Curious about a career in Healthcare? Join us for a virtual information session on Thursday, July 9th or July 23rd @ 6:30 pm Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/rWTG6F0rKS

The 2026 New Jersey Community College Opportunity Summit centered on “Opportunity in Action,” highlighted the vital role community colleges play in expanding access and meeting workforce needs through innovation, collaboration, and strong partnerships. Attendees engaged with state and national leaders, explored effective practices, and gained strategies to turn policy and partnerships into meaningful outcomes for learners and workers. Representatives at this event from UCNJ’s CE&WD Department included Dr. Lisa Hiscano, Gregory Skelley, Monique Brathwaite and Maritza Batista. &WD

Are you interested in what goes on behind the scenes for film and TV? Still time to register for our upcoming Script to Screen: Introduction to the Entertainment Industry program beginning Monday, June 8th. Register @ http://bit.ly/3TJbh9p

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ, was proud to participate in the Healthcare Career Exploration – Career Connection event hosted by United Way of Greater Union County.
Victoria Rae Losa, Admissions & Enrollment Generalist, and Monique Brathwaite, Program Director for Allied Health Programs, shared healthcare career pathways, training opportunities, and support resources available throughout Union County.

Empowering tomorrow’s workforce! We were excited to participate in the “Training and Upskilling Your Workforce for Future Success” panel at the Port Industry Workforce Summit. Thanks to Lori Margolin (HCCC), Darlene Blanco (CSI) Katrina James-Pellam (UCNJ), and Timothy Kucerovy (ECC) for a great discussion—and to the Port Authority of NYNJ for hosting.

UCNJ’s Center for Economic and Workforce Development department, through the Displaced Homemaker Grant, hosted a workshop "Stronger Mind, Calmer Life," focused on emotional wellness. The workshop offered students practical strategies and highlighted available services and resources to help them better support their families and strengthen healthy family dynamics. We are grateful to the workshop presenters, Susana Mateo, LCSW, Children & Youth Mental Health Administrator and Mari Silva BA. Psych. Intern Union County Department of Human Services, Division of Children and Youth Services.

Hey Job Seekers...don't miss out...RSVP for upcoming Job Fair at Newark Airport on Tuesday, May 19th. Note: only qualified candidates will be contacted.

UCNJ Industry-Business Institute — proving that learning can be pretty sweet!

The Industry-Business Institute (IBI) recently partnered with NATC Donuts to deliver supervisory training for their team. Employees explored their leadership styles, built strategies for transitioning into supervisory roles, and gained tools to effectively manage organizational change. Another great example of empowering employees through high-impact, real-world training.

Two recent Allied Health program completers—one Patient Care Technician (PCT) and one Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) —are already taking their next step! After finishing their programs, they’ve signed up for summer classes at UCNJ to begin their journey toward a college degree. From hands-on clinical skills to higher education, their momentum continues—and we’re proud to be part of their path forward. -CMAGoals