New Program For Students With Special Needs - CORE Program

Parents and students can learn more about and register for a new college readiness program for students with special needs at an Open House on Wednesday, August 21, from 10 am to noon, at Rockland Community College's Technology Center - Room 8150 – Accessibility Services.

RCC’s new CORE (College Readiness) pilot program is designed for students who may have had few inclusion experiences in their high school. Offering basic academic courses, social growth opportunities and college readiness experiences, the program will run from 9 am to 3 pm for three days a week. CORE will run for the Fall and Spring semesters (September 23, 2013 to December 20, 2013 and January 22, 2014 to May 9, 2014), on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

The tuition for the program (both semesters) is $3,000 and includes all materials. Financial aid is not available since this is a non-credit bearing program but payment plans are available. Curriculum includes English, math, and computers, with a focus on developing social skills, college readiness skills, and preparation for college placement exams. Students will be able to participate in student clubs and other College activities at RCC.

To apply, students must have a GED or high school diploma (IEP is acceptable) and appropriate disability documentation. If you want to register at the Open House you will need to bring your documentation with you.. Students will also need to complete a CORE application and take the Ability to Benefit Entrance Exam. Please apply early, enrollment numbers will be limited to provide the students with the best educational experience.

For more information please contact the Director of Accessibility Services, Monica Jackson, at  or 845-574-4541mjackso4@sunyrockland.edu