LEARN (Learning Enhancement and Resource Network) is a supported education program that aims to provide educational and support services to people with psychiatric disabilities in post-secondary setting so that they can have access to and successfully utilize the educational environment.

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Who is Eligible?

• Residents of Monmouth, Ocean, or Atlantic Counties
• are 18 years of age or older
• have a High school diploma or G.E.D.
• have a desire to go to college, vocational school or a certificate program
• are capable of performing the role of student with or without accommodations
• are currently in treatment for their psychiatric illness

What are Some Typical Services?

• Accommodation education and advocacy
• Academic counseling that includes choosing classes that meet the consumer's academic goals
• Provide campus orientation and assistance with registration
• Explore/secure funding options
• Negotiate former student loans
• Assistance in managing disclosure issues
• Skill development with organizing, planning, time management, and other common college difficulties
• Linkages to peer support groups
• Explore transportation option

Why Participate in LEARN Services? 
A supported education helps create rich social and vocational networks. It decreases episodes of inpatient care while increasing career maturity and improving a consumer's quality of life and self-esteem, as well as providing a stigma-free social ident

Eligibility

Residents of Monmouth, Ocean or Atlantic Counties are 18 years of age or older have a High school diploma or G.E.D. have a desire to go to college, vocational school or a certificate program are capable of performing the role of student with or without accommodations are currently in treatment for their psychiatric illness

Last Updated: 02/02/24