CCM Launches New Career-Focused Certificates   CCM Launches New Career-Focused Certificates  

The Community’s College Continues to Drive Workforce Growth and Fuel Economic Impact Across Morris County 

County College of Morris (CCM), a proven pipeline of preparing students for in-demand jobs, is further strengthening its role as a cornerstone of Morris County’s economy by launching new for-college credit Certificates of Achievement in Automation, Robotics & Control, Baking & Pastry Arts, and Entrepreneurship.  

Developed in response to today’s evolving job market, completion of a certificate program can help individuals quickly enter high-demand industries, while also allowing for the credits earned to be immediately applied towards an associate degree at CCM. The new Certificates of Achievement offered will train students for a variety of sought-after careers, ranging from manufacturing to food services to small business owners. Since 2016, the college has introduced 27 new academic programs and over 200 new courses to meet demand. 

“We are committed to transforming lives and strengthening our communities by providing high-quality and affordable options leading to high demand careers with family sustaining wages and helping adults launch into new careers,” said Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, President of CCM. “Our new certificate programs represent our continued investment in student success, recognizing the needs of workforce and supporting our region’s economic vitality.” 

CCM’s forward-looking approach is evident in its curriculum alongside extensive new state-of-the-art buildings that offer modern, real-world learning environments that mirror today’s professional settings. The Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center features the latest equipment in a high-tech environment, preparing students pursuing a Certificate of Achievement in Automation, Robotics & Control for careers such as robotics technician, automation specialist or mechatronics engineer.   

Meanwhile, CCM’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Culinary Science, set to open in early 2026, will feature over 11,000 square-feet of learning space for students in the Baking & Pastry Arts and Entrepreneurship certificate programs. Students in Baking & Pastry Arts will be prepared for in-demand careers as pastry chefs, artisan bakers or cake designers, roles for which New Jersey is widely recognized, while entrepreneurship students will be equipped to launch their own businesses or work in roles such as small business manager or startup consultant. The Center for Entrepreneurship & Culinary Science features a cutting-edge baking kitchen where students can gain hands-on experience in a professional-grade environment designed for precise, high-quality culinary instruction, alongside dedicated classrooms and collaborative spaces that foster business innovation, financial skills and entrepreneurial thinking.   

For the past ten years, the college has been working with regional employers and industry leaders to ensure its programs remain aligned with market needs. These partnerships help CCM students seamlessly transition into the workforce, as evidenced in a recent study by Lightcast that highlights CCM’s growing influence. In fiscal year 2022–23, the college generated $586.1 million in added regional income and supported 5,977 jobs — meaning 1 in every 75 jobs in Morris County is tied to CCM’s operations, student spending or alumni employment.  

With 11,680 students served in 2023-24 and a growing roster of workforce-ready programs, CCM continues to be a national model of how community colleges can educate, empower and elevate both individuals and entire regions. 

CCM currently offers more than 100 programs, including associate degrees, industry-recognized certificates and professional development opportunities. For more information on the new for-college credit Certificates of Achievement or to enroll, reach out to the Admissions Office at admiss@ccm.edu or call 973-328-5100.