Adult Mental Health Services
LEARN Supported Education
- 732-367-5439 ext. 5210
- Ocean, Monmouth, & Atlantic Counties
Program Requires a Referral
Program Requires a Referral Through ICMS hospital liaison
Program Director: Erika Metzner
732-367-5439 ext. 5210
emetzner@preferredbehavioral.org
LEARN is a supported education program that provides educational and support services to people with psychiatric disabilities in post-secondary settings. The program is design for Ocean, Monmouth and Atlantic County residents, 18 years or older, currently in treatment for their psychiatric illness.
Promoting continuing Education
Guidance and Support for Your Educational Journey
Furthering your education beyond high school is an opportunity everyone should have. However, it presents additional challenges for individuals with psychiatric disabilities. The LEARN Supported Education program assists these individuals in overcoming any challenges they may face in continuing their education. The program’s services may include:
- Academic counseling/course selection
- Campus orientation
- Registration assistance
- Advocacy for accommodations
- Exploring and securing funding
- Negotiation of former student loans
- Skills development; organizing, planning, time management, etc.
- Links to peer support groups
- Reviewing transportation options
- Prevent duplication of services
- Avoid potential conflicts between treatments
- Experience a more seamless and coordinated solution
Get The Help You Need
Make The Call
Call 732-367-5439 x5210 or email emetzner@preferredbehavioral.org
Get a Referral
Self-referral or a referral from mental health providers, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Office of Disabilities, self-help centers, and the community.
What Happens Next?
Individuals will be contacted for an intake meeting and then set up with a program plan.
LEARN Supported Education
Reaching New Heights
Too often, individuals dealing with psychiatric issues think that they have taken their education as far as they can. This is not necessarily true. The LEARN Supported Education program can be a stepping stone to take your education to the next level and increase your employment opportunities. To participate, individuals currently in treatment for psychiatric issues must:
- Have a High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Have the desire to go to college, vocational school or a certificate program
- Be capable of performing the role of student with or without accommodations
Our goal is to provide you with the tools and support to make the dream of continuing your education a reality.
- Prevent duplication of services
- Avoid potential conflicts between treatments
- Experience a more seamless and coordinated solution
We're Here To Help
Preferred Behavioral Health Group provides multiple youth and adult services to address emotional, mental, and behavioral health issues. However, some situations require different services. If your child is experiencing life-threatening danger or the immediate risk of harming themselves, you must take them to the nearest emergency room or dial 911 for immediate assistance.