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Workforce and Professional Education

The Workforce and Professional Education Department at Ocean County College offers quick, affordable certificate courses designed to help you advance your career. Whether you're looking to upskill, explore new fields, or stay current in your profession, our programs make it easy for you to get started. With flexible enrollment options, you can sign up for a course in just a few clicks. Plus, we offer scholarships and convenient payment plans to help make your education more accessible. Join us today to take the next step in your personal or professional development!

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CEHS-126-03
Dental Assisting
Taught by: Bianca Campo
Schedule: 03/04/2025 - 04/29/2025
Location: Ocean County College Campus
CEUs: 6.60
Clock Hours: 66.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 1/12 - 11 seat(s) available
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Schedule:
03/04/2025 - 04/29/2025 on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
This foundational course for the entry-level dental assisting field is designed for students with little or no dental background. Students will explore dental anatomy, procedures, equipment, fourhanded dental assisting techniques, infection control and dental terminology. A minimum of one hour of job shadowing is required to receive an Ocean County College certificate. This allows students to apply the knowledge and skills learned in class to a real-world experience.
CECI-727-03
Google It Support Certificate Certificate
Taught by: Edmond Hong
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 02/27/2026
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 11.00
Clock Hours: 110.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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According to Labor Insights, the U.S. currently has approximately 340,500 job openings in the IT sector, with an average salary of $50,800 a year for an entry-level IT support position. As the demand for IT professionals continues to grow, businesses are actively seeking skilled individuals to fill these roles. Whether you're interested in troubleshooting systems, providing technical support, or working with cutting-edge tools, IT offers a diverse range of career paths. Equip yourself with the essential skills needed to succeed in this dynamic field by enrolling in the Google IT Support Professional Certificate and take the first step forward.
CECI-733-03
Google IT Automation with Python
Taught by: James Howarth
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 02/27/2026
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 18.00
Clock Hours: 180.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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This program is ideal for anyone looking to streamline IT operations and manage resources efficiently, both on physical machines and in the cloud. Whether you're starting a new career or enhancing your current skills, this program offers a clear path to mastering IT automation and management. In this course, students will: Gain practical experience in configuration management, troubleshooting, debugging, and automation. Work on hands-on projects to showcase your ability to enhance IT operations and drive efficiency. Receive expert training from Google. Demonstrate your skills through practical projects Earn a certificate recognized by employers.
CECI-272-03
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
Taught by: Tina Davis
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 02/27/2026
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 20.00
Clock Hours: 200.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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This program is designed for anyone interested in improving user experiences for websites and apps. Whether you're starting a new career or looking to enhance your current skills, this program offers a clear path to learning UX design in a supportive environment. In this course you will participate in the following: Build a professional portfolio with three key projects: a mobile app, a responsive website, and a cross-platform experience. Gain practical experience and skills that are highly valued in the UX design field. Receive training from Google, a leader in the industry. Showcase your abilities with portfolio-ready projects.
CECI-845-03
Google Cybersecurity
Taught by: James Howarth
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 02/27/2026
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 18.00
Clock Hours: 180.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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This program is designed for anyone interested in improving user experiences for websites and apps. Whether you're starting a new career or looking to enhance your current skills, this program offers a clear path to learning UX design in a supportive environment. In this course you will participate in the following: Build a professional portfolio with three key projects: a mobile app, a responsive website, and a cross-platform experience. Gain practical experience and skills that are highly valued in the UX design field. Receive training from Google, a leader in the industry. Showcase your abilities with portfolio-ready projects. Prepare for careers such as UX Designer, UI Designer, and Interaction Designer!
CECI-731-03
Google Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
Taught by: Jennifer Gilbart
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 02/27/2026
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 19.00
Clock Hours: 190.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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This program is ideal for anyone looking to start an entry-level role in the exciting field of online marketing. Whether you're launching a new career or aiming to enhance your current skills, this program provides a structured path to mastering key digital marketing and e-commerce techniques.
ALTR-100-03
50-Hour Pre-Service to Teaching
Taught by: Susan McNamara
Schedule: 04/03/2025 - 05/08/2025
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 5.00
Clock Hours: 50.00
Cost: $350.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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Take the first step towards realizing your dream of becoming a certified teacher in New Jersey. Enroll in Ocean County College's Alternate Route to Teaching program and embark on a fulfilling career dedicated to shaping the minds of tomorrow's leaders. Ocean County College offers an alternate route teacher preparation program. Starting with the mandatory 50-hour Pre-Service to Teaching Course, which is necessary for getting hired with a Certificate of Eligibility CE in the State of New Jersey. The New Jersey Department of Education offers an Alternative Route to Teaching pathway for career changers, recent college graduates and substitute teachers who wish to pursue a career in education. Through this process, a candidate can work toward their standard teaching degree.
CEHO-114-03
Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology for Billing and Coding
Taught by: TBD
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 05/09/2025
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 14.40
Clock Hours: 144.00
Cost: $1800.00
Capacity: 0/9 - 9 seat(s) available
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CECI-844-04
Google Project Management
Taught by: John Juzbasich
Schedule: 02/24/2025 - 02/27/2026
Location: On-Line
CEUs: 18.00
Clock Hours: 180.00
Cost: $1000.00
Capacity: 0/20 - 20 seat(s) available
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Kickstart your career in project management with our Google Project Management Certificate Program! This program, made up of 6 courses, is perfect for anyone looking to begin or advance in a project management role. It offers a clear and structured path to learning essential project management skills and practices. What You'll Learn: Project Documentation: Create effective project documents and artifacts throughout all phases of a project. Agile Practices: Gain a solid foundation in Agile project management, including Scrum events, artifacts, and roles. Key Skills: Develop your strategic communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills through practical, real-world scenarios.