Welcome to the HCCC Summer Youth and Teens Program!
Summer Youth and Teens Program
* All summer youth programs take place in our main campus at Journal Square. *
Both middle school and high school students experience a variety of engaging and enriching programs at Continuing Education’s Summer Youth and Teen Programs. Our unique one- and two-week, hands-on programs are offered in partnership with the College’s Culinary Arts Institute. Programs emphasize self-discovery, cognitive reasoning, and cooperative thinking using a hands-on approach.
For more information, please contact Carmen Guerra at cguerraFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE or (201) 360-4260.
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY:
Ages 9 - 15 YRS OLD
This course offers a creative opportunity for anyone with or without experience who are interested in improving their skills in digital photography. Using any digital camera we will examine the concept of exposure, color balance, and composition and lighting techniques. We may explore projects like macro (close-up) photography, landscape, portraiture and learn about post-production editing at HCCC computer lab.
The week includes a field trip to a local destination for an on-location photo shoot and a photo exhibit at the end of the week of each photographer.
Duration: Monday - Thursday
Dates: July 6, 7, 8, 9, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $419
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
YOUNG REPORTERS BOOTCAMP: (Journalism)
Ages 9 - 15 YRS OLD
Duration: Monday - Thursday
Dates: July 6, 7, 8, 9, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $419
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
CPR AND FIRST AID FOR TEENS:
Ages 9 - 15 YRS OLD
This Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) class uses a scenario-based approach to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that drive better outcomes for adult, child, and infant patients.
Some of the topics include:
- CPR/AED for Adults, Children, and Infants
- Rapid Assessment and Visual Survey
- Obstructed Airways in Adults, Children, and Infants
- Choking
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Communication and Teamwork
- Special Considerations
- Precautions
- And More!
Duration: Monday - Thursday
Dates: July 13, 14, 15, 16, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $419
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
CHECKMATE CHAMPIONS: CHESS & STRATEGY CAMP:
Ages 9 - 15 YRS OLD
Get ready for four exciting days of strategy, competition, and fun! This interactive camp is perfect for students who want to learn or improve their chess skills in an engaging and supportive environment.Led by a tournament-winning instructor, students will explore key strategies, play daily matches, and take part in mini tournaments, puzzles, and fun challenges like speed and human chess.Campers will build critical thinking, focus, and confidence, all while having a great time both on and off the board.
Duration: Monday - Thursday
Dates: August 17, 18, 19, 20, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $419
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
SAT PREP CLASSES:
RECOMMENDED AGES: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Get a jump-start on the SAT and impress those college recruiters with this 2 week test preparation program. Learn to use basic problem solving techniques to strengthen your abilities, while avoiding careless mistakes. Test taking skills will be provided, along with test samples from actual SAT exams.
SAT MATH PREP
Duration: 2 weeks (16 hrs.)
Dates: July 20 through July 30 - Monday through Thursday
Time: 10:00 A.M. to 12 P.M.
Price: $340
SAT LANGUAGE ARTS PREP
Duration: 2 weeks (16 hrs.)
Dates: July 20 through July 30 - Monday through Thursday
Time: 1 P.M. to 3 P.M.
Price: $340
CULINARY ACADEMY:
BAKING/COOKING WEEK - * FOR TEENS! *
Ages 13 - 17 YRS OLD
Calling all TEEN FOODIES! Spend four delicious days in the kitchen learning how to cook and bake like a pro. From savory dishes to sweet treats, students will gain hands-on experience, learn essential kitchen skills, and create recipes they’ll be proud to share.
This fun and interactive camp builds confidence, creativity, and independence. Perfect for beginners and aspiring young chefs alike.
Duration: Monday - Thursday
Dates: July 13, 14, 15, 16, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $588
BAKING CULINARY PROGRAM
Students will learn to bake kid-friendly desserts from around the world. Staring with basic knife skills and kitchen safety, students will develop techniques that build confidence in the kitchen. You can expect to make European classics such as Cream puff and Apple tarts. As well as explore modern bakeshop techniques with chocolate twists and bread pudding.
NOTE: You do NOT need to take week I to take week II. They are just different weeks.
BAKING I - *4 DAY WEEK*
Duration: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Dates: July 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $559
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
BAKING II - *4 DAY WEEK*
Duration: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Dates: July 27, 28, 29, 30, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $559
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
COOKING CULINARY PROGRAM
Students will learn to cook kid-friendly dishes with global flavors. Staring with basic knife skills and kitchen safety, students will develop techniques that build confidence in the kitchen. You can expect to make homemade pasta from scratch, a basic marinara sauce and toaster oven pizza. Steak tacos and chicken paella will round out our culinary journey.
NOTE: You do NOT need to take week I to take week II. They are just different weeks.
COOKING I - *4 DAY WEEK*
Duration: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Dates: August 3, 4, 5, 6, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $635
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
COOKING II - ***FULL WEEK***
Duration: Monday through Friday
Dates: August 10, 11, 12, 13, 2026
Times: 9 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (1 hr. lunch)
Price: $635
* AFTERCARE AVAILABLE *
4 P.M. to 5 P.M. - $75 (FULL 4 DAY WEEK ONLY)
Contact Information
Office of Continuing Education
161 Newkirk Street, Room E504
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4224
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