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Adult learners ages 25 and older who are interested in starting college for the first time, returning to finish a degree, exploring a new career path, seeking professional development, or improving their English are invited to attend one of Raritan Valley Community College’s upcoming Adult Learning Information Sessions, October 22, November 19, and December 17.

Two sessions have been scheduled for each date, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and all will be held in the Atrium at the College’s Branchburg campus.

The events will include information about academic and certificate programs, applying to RVCC, learning options and support services tailored for non-traditional students, paying for college, and navigating financial aid.

Veterans also are encouraged to attend an Information Session to learn about how they can use their education benefits to enroll at RVCC. The Manager of International and Veteran Services will be available to answer prospective students’ questions.

To assist students juggling work, family, and other responsibilities, RVCC offers 14-week (full-term), 12-week, 10-week, and 7-week (for some programs) semesters to provide learners of all ages with a more convenient academic schedule. Adult students may enroll in career training, certificate, or degree programs at RVCC.

Some programs that may be of special interest to adult students include:

•    Advanced Manufacturing (includes OSHA 10 and NIMS certification)

•    Business Administration – Associate of Science

•    Business Management – Associate of Applied Science

•    Electrocardiograph (ECG) Technician – Certificate

•    English as a Second Language

•    Fitness Specialist – Certificate

•    Medical Assistant – Certificate

•    Nursing/RN – Associate of Applied Science

•    Occupational Therapy Assistant – Associated of Applied Science

•    Paralegal Studies – Associate of Applied Science or Certificate

•    Supply Chain Management – Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, or Certificate

•    Welding – Certificate

In addition, RVCC offers a number of online degrees and certificate programs. To learn more about online programs, visit Online Courses & Programs | Raritan Valley Community College, NJ or https://www.raritanval.edu/career-training/career-training-programs.

To register for an Information Session, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, email adultlearning@raritanval.edu or contact Michelle Amparbin, Coordinator of the Adult Learning Experience, at 908-526-1200, ext. 8338. To learn more, visit www.raritanval.edu/admissions-information/adult-learners.

RVCC’s Spring Semester classes begin January 21, and registration opens November 3.

Raritan Valley Community College is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 6, 2025

PR #29