For those new to teaching online, or those already teaching online. Get the best instruction from the foremost authorities in online learning. Thousands of people have taken this fundamental yet advanced training in teaching online. From building an online course to improving an online course, from fostering online discussion to encouraging student interaction, from traditional assessment to online tests, the program will give you both the fundamentals of teaching online, as well as the most advanced tips and techniques in the business. Your instructors are authors, speakers, and consultants in online learning and teaching.

CEUs/ILUs: 4.8

Length (in hours): 48

Price in USD $495

Offered 4 times/year, call for dates.

To register or for details, click this link: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/kae/training-programs/optician-certification-training-course-online/

In this course, you can gain the skills and knowledge you need to obtain an entry-level job as an optician in the states that recognize this certification. In addition, you’ll prepare to take the Basic American Board of Opticianry (ABO) exams, which includes the NOCE (National Opticianry Competency Exam) and the CLRE (Contact Lens Registry Exam), which is required by many states to work as an optician or as a stepping-stone to career advancement. 

Prospective students are warmly welcomed to Spruce Mountain Adult and Community Education, where they can explore the options best suited to their educational goals.

Whether the HiSET exam or an adult education diploma is the right choice, or determining a suitable career path, our intake process guides students towards their ideal path.

Math and reading assessments ensure personalized learning, and students collaborate with instructors to create a flexible schedule.

Orientation sessions are available by appointment for those eager to begin their educational journey.

Call today at (897-6406) to schedule your orientation and take the first step toward your future.

Paralegals provide essential assistance to lawyers, corporations and other organizations, and they establish themselves as a crucial part of the legal system. For those looking for a challenging career in a growing market, now is the time to invest in your future, and start your career as a paralegal professional.

The course fee covers two 7 week sessions. Book fees are not included.  

Please call us to register for this class at 207-247-2022.

Have you overcome addiction or a mental disorder personally or been very close to someone who has? When you understand first-hand how important it is to have a good support system, it's natural to want to help others facing the same problems. The Peer Support Specialist course will provide you with the education and training you need to appropriately help others and use your experiences for positive outcomes. Whether you've experienced recovery from addiction, mental illness, or co-occurring substance and mental disorders becoming a Peer Support Specialist may be a great option for you. You will gain an understanding of the roles of Peer Specialists and Peer Supporters relative to advocacy, addressing stigma and discrimination, interpersonal communication, an overview of mental health and substance use disorders, cultural competence, ethical responsibilities and legal issues, including HIPAA. You'll learn to empower and help others through videos portraying stories of peers in recovery from mental illness and/or addiction throughout the coursework, and become a role model for others and show them that it is possible to achieve recovery.

In-person appointments for one-on-one counseling are now available at the Cornish Town Hall with certified counselors who provide free, expert advice on selecting the right plans, understanding benefits, and maximizing your coverage. Clients receive unbiased assistance with enrolling in Medicare, comparing plan options, and resolving issues related to claims and coverage. Please call the Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA) at (207) 396-6524 or visit their website at smaaa.org to make an appointment.