The County College Based Center for Adult Transition (CAT) Grant will promote opportunities for independence in employment, post-secondary education, workplace readiness, independent living skills, and community engagement.

CAT students will experience the following curriculum tracks:

Fundamentals for Success:

• Socialization and Life Skills Development
• Computer Basics
• Reading & Writing Skills
• Self Advocacy Employment

Career Readiness:

• Career Exploration
• Employment Ethics & Soft Skill Training
• Resume Writing
• Job Application Completion
• Career Preparation
• Job Interviewing
• On-the-job-Training
• Job Coaching

Specialized Career Exploration:

• Food Service Essentials including Customer Service and CPR/First Aid
• Animal Caretaking
• Housekeeping in Health Care Settings
• and more!

For more information contact: Karen Menke Outreach & Care Coordinator (908) 689-1118 [email protected]

Supports provided by: abilitiesnw.org

The CAT program is for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities between the ages of 18-24, residing in Warren County. Tuition is waived for the 2022 - 2023 school year. Program Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm. To be eligible, CAT students must have: A high school diploma or equivalent and potential to successfully achieve the goal of employment!