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Babysitting Certification Course
with Jennifer Stevens

We are partnering with Franklin Memorial Hospital to bring a babysitting course to our community members.
All participants will earn an American Heart Association Certification in First Aid and CPR. Common knowledge and helpful babysitting techniques will also be taught during this course.
Students must be at least 12 years or older for this course.
Please Note: Students may bring a bottle of water. No snacks are to be brought to the class due to allergies. Please be mindfull and have the student eat before or after the class
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Make Your Best Shot—An Introduction to Digital Photography
with Mike Leonard

In this one-night class participants will learn the basics of digital photography: what you should have read in your owner’s manual but didn’t!
Topics covered include camera settings, understanding exposure and white balance, tips for making your best shots of various subjects.
It’s a perfect session to attend BEFORE going on a vacation so you can take home your best shots.
Once registered you will recieve a phone call from our staff confirming your information and then you will recieve the zoom link via email for the workshop.
Photography: After Dark
with Mike Leonard

In this one-night class we will explores all the things you need to know to take successful images after the sun sets and before the sun rises.
This session reviews exposure, how to shoot images in the dark—including the Milky Way and Aurora—and how to capture your best photo under just moonlight.
We will review equipment helpful for nighttime photography, including using a cell phone.
Once registered you will recieve a phone call from our staff confirming your information and then you will recieve the zoom link via email for the workshop.
Student Loan Repayment Strategies and Pro Tips
with Nikki Vachon

There are many different facets to the student loan program that can be powerful in helping you achieve your financial goals but also can be confusing.
If you are struggling with your payments, did you know there are several income-based repayment plans as well as deferment or forbearance? Did you know you could get .25% off your interest rate if you sign up for auto-debit on your federal loans? Do you know you can work towards loan forgiveness now if you work for a non-profit, government or tribal agency?
Whether you have recently graduated from college or have been repaying your students loans for a long time, join us to learn how to best manage your student loan repayment.
Join Nikki Vachon, College Access Counselor from the Finance Authority of Maine as she shares pro-tips and answers questions.
Once registered you will recieve a phone call from our staff confirming your information and then you will recieve the zoom link via email for the workshop.
Adult Education Diploma
with Adult Ed Staff
Ready to pick up where you left off?
Transfer all your past high school credits to your adult education diploma and tailor your learning to fit your personal interests and career goals.
Our courses include workforce certificate programs and offer credits for out-of-school activities like on-the-job training and volunteer work.
Join our inclusive community and achieve your dreams with flexible, supportive education.
It's never too late to learn!
CASAS Assessment
Are you interested in pursuing an Adult Education Diploma, HiSET, Maine College and Career Access, or ELL (English Language Learner)?
Whatever your educational goals, we are here to support you every step of the way.
The CASAS assessment, required before registration, helps us place you in the perfect courses.
We offer both paper-and-pencil and computer-based assessments for your convenience.
A $10 testing fee will be waived upon enrollment in our program.
Center for Legal Studies Information
This registration is only to receive information about the program, not to enroll in the classes themselves. The cost of the classes varies depending on the specific class.
The Center for Legal Studies by BARBRI offers comprehensive online paralegal certifications, including the Paralegal Certificate Course, Legal Nurse Consultant, and Legal Secretary programs.
Recognizing the challenges adult learners face, registered students enjoy 24/7 access during the course sessions.
Each course is structured as a 14-week program divided into two seven-week sessions, providing job-ready skills training.
Upon completing the Paralegal Certificate Course, students are prepared to pursue paralegal positions.
The minimum requirement for certification is a High School Diploma or HiSET.
For more details, visit www.legalstudies.com/vendor/maine-ad-ed-spruce-mountain/.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Interest List
This is not confirmation of enrollment in the class.
If you are interested in learning when and where the class is, please register on this "INTEREST ONLY" list.
An email will be sent to you with the process on how to enroll in the class from someone at Spruce Mountain Adult Education.
In partnership with Franklin Memorial Hospital, and AHEC, Spruce Mountain Adult & Community Education is facilitating an all-inclusive sixteen-week certification course. This class will set you on the path for local employment and the beginning of a successful medical career.
Medical Assistants are responsible for a variety of medical office tasks from administrative, technical and scientific duties. Must have quality human relations skills, too. Some of the job duties include cleaning and dressing wounds, taking blood samples, administering medications, taking vitals, preparing a patient for EKGs, obtaining a patient's history, and assisting physicians during examinations.
Our program provides virtual reality style classroom work as well as traditional style teaching for a blended learning experience. Practicum will be performed during the program to ensure that the student has proper techniques and will be ready to pass the National Certification. Upon completion of the program, you will sit for your CCMA (Clinical Certified Medical Assistant) national certification exams through NHA.
The cost includes national certification, 6 practice exams, online study guide materials, books, resume assistance, and all other associated fees. Initial job shadow and externships available through Franklin Memorial Hospital.
Payment plans, scholarships and payment through our local career center may be available for you!
Call us for more information today! 897-6406.