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FREE English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) , Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), and Manicuring !

This program is designed for those whose native language is not English, but understand a moderate amount of English. 

Mandatory Entrance Exam

Students must register for the entrance test online or by calling 732-431-7245 Press 0. These classes will be offered in two parts and take place at the Neptune Annex. No charge for books, supplies, or certification tests. A mandatory 40 hours of online  ESL instruction is required for all students! 

Mandatory Part One: ESL Class ONLINE 12:30pm -230pm October 6, 2026 - December 22 2026 

Successful completion of the ESL class will allow the student to register for Part Two of their chosen course:

 Manicuring and Nail Technology

This 300-hour course is offered to high school graduates and meets the requirements for licensing examination given by he State Board of Hairstyling and Cosmetology. T Wednesdays & Thursdays (300-hour course) 4:30 pm-8:30 pm Neptune Annex October 7, 2026 - April 29, 2027

 OR

Certified Nurse Aide Class (CNA)

Upon successful completion of the 90-hour course (50 hours classroom and 40 hours clinical), students will be eligible to take the New Jersey State Nurse Aide in Long-Term Care Facility Exam.   to the New Jersey Department of Health, CNA candidates do not need a high school diploma to become licensed, however, a prerequisite for certification is passing criminal background check and other documentation as noted on theNJ Department of Health website.  Admission requirements students are responsible for : complete physical examination including flu/Covid-19 vaccine, background check, purchase uniform.   Tuesdays & Thursdays (90-hour course) 9:00 am-2:00 pm • Neptune Annex January 2027 - June 2027 •  

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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant  (CCMA)

Medical assistants (MAs) are critical members of healthcare teams in a variety of medical settings. Students must have a GED or High School diploma in order to take the NHA exam certification. September 14, 2026 – January 26, 2027 Mondays & Wednesdays (150 hours) 9:00 am-2:30 pm - Note you must remain enrolled in the ESL Part One class to be in this course.