Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time?  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it.  This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.  Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all.   And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own.  An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included.   A recording of the class is included as well.  Class limited to 15 students.  For ages 13+. 

Topics include:

•       How chords work in a song
•       How to form the three main types of chords
•       How to tune your guitar
•       Basic strumming patterns
•       How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)
•       How to play along with simple tunes

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply found it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours, from the comfort of your home, learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment! This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Course includes an online book and follow-up video lessons, an optional periodic Q&A session, and a recording of the class–enough material to continue your practice and study on your own.

Preregistration required, with registration closing at noon on 6/18.

Please have a stable internet connection; a computer, tablet or cellphone; and a guitar available during class.

Craig Coffman, an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist, and music director, has 30+ years of experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars have been attended by 30,000+ students throughout the US over the last 27 years.

Please note the date for this class has changed from what was listed in our brochure. The new date is Monday, June 16.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply found it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours, from the comfort of your home, learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment! This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Course includes an online book and follow-up video lessons, an optional periodic Q&A session, and a recording of the class–enough material to continue your practice and study on your own. Required: a stable internet connection; a computer, tablet or cell phone; and a guitar available during class. Registration closes June 8. Pre-registration is required to receive online materials and link.

Craig Coffman, an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist, and music director, has more than 30 years of experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout the US over the last 27 years.

Offered in partnership with Southern Maine Community College.

Would you like to go to college but haven’t done math in years? Do you want to boost your Accuplacer score? This course covers pre-algebra and algebra basics including, operations with numerical and algebraic expressions, solving equations, applications of equations, graphing linear functions and data analysis. All materials will be provided by the instructor. Mandatory weekly Zoom sessions.

Prerequisites: Accuplacer score of 236 or lower is required (or to build confidence) OR CASAS score of 225-236 required (or to build confidence if higher).

To apply: Complete this interest form.

Registration opens April 7th. There are 15 seats available on a first come, first serve basis. 

This course is offered through our partner The Academy of Medical Professionals. Please register here with us, and we will be happy to assist you in the process of registration with AMP. Please call us at 824-2136 or email us at adulted@sad44.org  You can also go directly to the AMP website at:   https://academyofmedicalprofessions.com/enrollment%2Fclasses-me

What is a Clinical Medical Assistant? 

A Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) is a medical support professional that performs a variety of tasks to assist physicians in providing patient care. While CMAs working in smaller practices may be required to perform some administrative tasks, those working in larger medical facilities focus mainly on providing support services directly related to patient care. Typically, Medical Assistants prep rooms and prepare patients for examinations, while helping manage medical supply inventories. CMAs may also assist nurses and physicians providing direct patient care by taking medical histories, charting vitals, and assisting in procedures. Some even perform more advanced tasks under the supervision of a physician such as cleaning and dressing wounds, removing sutures, collecting blood and other specimens, as well as administering medication. 

Characteristics of a successful Clinical Medical Assistant: Excellent communicator, ability to multitask, organized, ability to handle stress and think clearly on their feet. One must be compassionate while still maintaining a professional distance. 

This is a hybrid course: a combination of Online Classes and In-person skills held locally at Adult Education Centers in Maine. Online classes are Tuesday evenings for 16 weeks from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. In person Clinical Skills Lab sessions typically meet Thursday evening from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The locations vary. 

Next session start date: June 17th

Tuition to AMP: starts at $3,500 for the CCMA Certification. Payment plans are available. 

For more information about AMP, you can email them at info@academyofmedicalprofessions.com

Westbrook Adult Education offers a comprehensive course aligned with the State of Maine Personal Support Specialist (PSS) curriculum, designed to prepare students for direct care roles in a variety of health care settings. This program includes in-depth instruction in personal care skills, communication, safety, and ethics, while integrating CPR and First Aid training to ensure participants meet state certification requirements.

Upon successful completion, students will earn their PSS certificate along with CPR and First Aid certification, equipping them with the foundational skills and credentials necessary to enter Maine’s healthcare workforce. CASAS of 220 required for entry.

Program Cost: $600 -Scholarships may be available.

Contact Alice Shea at sheaa@westbrookschools.org with any questions.

All classes are in person from 8AM - 1PM

June 17,18,19,20,23,24,25,26,27,30

July 1,2,3,7,8

In this iteration of Ed Higgins’ abstract class, The atelier will explore new and exciting ways to get paint onto the canvas. Everything from working on the floor and casting paint, to inventing innovative delivery systems, building our own custom brushes, gravity tubes, and pouring vessels. You will need to wear old clothes, bring a drop cloth (or two), assemble surfaces to paint on, and collect all your half-used paints, because my guess is, you’ll use them up! We will continue to spotlight and discuss an abstract artist at the end of each class. **Special note about art materials: Please do not call our office about materials. Come to the first class with your favorite sketchbook and drawing pencils & pens. Suggested materials will be discussed by the instructor on the first day of classes. Thank you.