Welcome to the Regional Center for Learning Disabilities
Upcoming Information Sessions for Parents and Students
Throughout the year, the Regional Center for Learning Disabilities hosts one-hour sessions offering helpful information about its programs and application process.
Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, NJ
Regional Center, Robison Hall, Fifth Floor
RSVP: Barbara Byrnes 201-692-2716 or bbyrnes@fdu.edu
- Information Session, Wednesday, June 20 at 10 AM
- Information Session, Wednesday, August 8 at 10 AM
- Information Session, Wednesday, September 12 at 10 AM
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Information Session, Thursday, September 20 * at 5:30 PM
Note: This session will be held prior to the Bergen County College Fair. Please RSVP for the exact location.
Florham Campus, Madison, NJ
Sarah Sullivan Lounge, Hennessy Hall (The Mansion)
RSVP: Mary Hebert 973-443-8981 or hebert@fdu.edu
- Information Session, Tuesday, June 12 at 10 AM
- Information Session, Tuesday, August 7 at 10 AM
- Information Session, Thursday, September 13 at 10 AM
- Transition to College Workshop, Thursday, October 4 at 7:00 PM
Informative Downloads
Regional Center Application: Fillable Format
- Instructions for the Regional Center Application Form (PDF)
- Part One: Application Form (PDF)
- Part Two: Teacher Assessment Forms (PDF)
Center Overview
- Comprehensive professional support at no cost to students with a language-based learning disability enrolled at both our Metropolitan and Florham campuses during their undergraduate career.
- Structured plan of intensive academic support and counseling services tailored to the unique learning needs of each student.
- Staffed by a Director, Learning Specialists with expertise in learning disabilities/content areas, and a Professional Counselor.
- Typical freshman receives up to four support sessions a week per semester, sophomores three supports a semester, juniors and seniors one or two supports per semester.
- A three-credit Metacognitive Strategies/Assistive Technology course taught by Regional Center staff and a half-hour counseling session each week.
- A typical Regional Center student has an outstanding record of success and is an active participant in all areas of college life.
Contact Information
Metropolitan Campus (Teaneck)
Barbara A. Byrnes, MA, Director
bbyrnes@fdu.edu
201-692-2716
Florham Campus (Madison)
Mary Hebert, Director
hebert@fdu.edu
973-443-8981
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