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Introduction to MS Excel

Free

with National Digital Equity Center, York Adult Education

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Learn about the basics of Microsoft Excel. In this class we will learn about data entry, cell formatting, and the basics of Formulas. #NDEC

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Phlebotomy
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Phlebotomy

$3,500

with Nancy Hoskins, Piscataquis Valley Adult Education Cooperative

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 5 pm

Unlock a rewarding career in healthcare with our comprehensive Phlebotomy Training Program. This course is designed for individuals interested in mastering the essential skills required for drawing blood and performing laboratory procedures.

Gain hands-on experience with evacuated tube systems, syringe transfer devices, and capillary collection systems. Learn the significance of tube additives and the correct order of draw to ensure specimen integrity.

Foundational Skills

Anatomy and Physiology

Blood Collection Techniques

Understand the critical importance of accurate patient and specimen identification, along with infection prevention practices essential for patient safety.

Explore the circulatory system and blood composition, along with common laboratory tests associated with various body systems.

Throughout the program, students will gain in-depth knowledge of anatomy, venipuncture techniques, and safety protocols, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Hands-on training will be emphasized, providing students with real-world experience in various phlebotomy methods, equipment handling, and specimen collection. By the end of this course, participants will be well-prepared to take on roles in hospitals, clinics, blood donation centers, and laboratories, with a strong understanding of ethical practices and patient interactions. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be prepared to sit for the NHA national certification exam.

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the anatomy and physiology relevant to phlebotomy.
  • Master the techniques for safe and effective blood collection.
  • Develop skills in patient communication and care.
  • Learn about infection control and safety protocols in the laboratory setting.
  • Sit for the NHA National Certification Exam

 

Join us and take your first step towards a fulfilling career in healthcare!

Financial assistance may be available to qualifying students!

FMI or to sign up, contact Eve Salley at 207-341-5370 (call or text) or email esalley@pvaec.org.

iPhone Basics
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iPhone Basics

Free

with Joshua McNaughton, Piscataquis Valley Adult Education Cooperative

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 6 pm

This course covers the basics of how to use Apple’s popular iPhone. This class starts with the basicsof how to log on using multiple methods from passcode to touch id to face recognition technology.Apple’s iCloud service will be discussed, including how it will help secure your data and allow yourdata to be used across multiple Apple devices. The App Store will be covered to find additionalapplications that may meet your varied interest and needs.

An iPhone connected to the internet.

YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE. Click here to register or contact PVAEC at 207-564-6525.

Orono-Android Intermediate 3 Classes In-Person

Free

with NDEC National Digital Equity Center Team Member, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Calendar Jan 8, 2025 at 2 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Android Intermediate   3 Classes In-Person

Develop a deeper understanding of the Android system and its connection to Google, learn how to use common apps more effectively, and become comfortable with a wider range of settings.

Onsite Requirements for this class: An Android tablet or phone with Internet access

Instructor: Staff from the National Digital Equity Center Team

Date: Wednesday, January 8th    2pm-3pm:  Android Intermediate 1 of 3

          Wednesday, January 15th  2pm-3pm:  Android Intermediate 2 of 3

          Wednesday, January 22nd  2pm-3pm:  Android Intermediate 3 of 3

Cost: Free

 

Intro to Woodshop
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Intro to Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder, Marrion "Mack"Ladd, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jan 8, 2025 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week
Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Excel Power Tools (Jan)

$89

with Val Landry, Piscataquis Valley Adult Education Cooperative

Calendar Jan 9, 2025

Microsoft Excel Power Tools Power Query allows you to import and shape data. It has an easy to use interface, powerful tools to import and clean data. Power Pivot allows data modeling and calculations. It easily handles millions of rows of data and has modeling tools for efficient data storage and analysis. Power BI (Business Intelligence) is a complete business intelligence tool. It features incredible visual options, has simple built-in interactive options, fantastic graphs and allows easy sharing of data. The design of this course includes 2-3 hours of work with the software between sessions to gain maximum benefit from the sessions. This is an online class using ZOOM. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey included in your automated receipt so the instructor can tailor the course to meet your needs. You will want to have Microsoft Excel on your computer for this workshop and many people find it helpful to have two monitors though it is certainly not necessary to benefit from the sessions. There are two ways to accomplish this: 1) attach an external screen to your computer (contact our program if you need technical assistance with that); 2) using two computers (one for Excel and the other for the ZOOM meeting.

Excel Power Tools

$89

with Val Landry, Mt. Desert Island Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jan 9, 2025 at 8:30 am, runs for 3 weeks

Power Query allows you to import and shape data.  It has an easy to use interface, powerful tools to import and clean data.  

Power Pivot allows data modeling and calculations.  It easily handles millions of rows of data and has modeling tools for efficient data storage and analysis. 

Power BI (Business Intelligence) is a complete business intelligence tool.  It features incredible visual options, has simple built-in interactive options, fantastic graphs and allows easy sharing of data. The design of this course includes 2-3 hours of work with the software between sessions to gain maximum benefit from the sessions. This is an online class using ZOOM. 

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey included in your automated receipt so the instructor can tailor the course to meet your needs. 

You will want to have Microsoft Excel on your computer for this workshop and many people find it helpful to have two monitors though it is certainly not necessary to benefit from the sessions.  There are two ways to accomplish this: 1) attach an external screen to your computer (contact our program if you need technical assistance with that); 2) using two computers (one for Excel and the other for the ZOOM meeting. 

Val is a lifelong business educator and academic advisor focused on helping enrich and enhance students' educational and life purposes. He is experienced in college management and, as an adult educator, having taught at the Mid-State College and Kennebec Valley Community College. His teaching experience covers over 45 years in the areas of computer applications, accounting, and Quickbooks training workshops. 

Excel Power Tools

$89

with Val Landry, Lawrence Adult Education

Calendar Jan 9, 2025 at 8:30 am, runs for 3 weeks

Power Query allows you to import and shape data. It has an easy to use interface, powerful tools to import and clean data. Power Pivot allows data modeling and calculations. It easily handles millions of rows of data and has modeling tools for efficient data storage and analysis. Power BI (Business Intelligence) is a complete business intelligence tool. It features incredible visual options, has simple built-in interactive options, fantastic graphs and allows easy sharing of data. The design of this course includes 2-3 hours of work with the software between sessions to gain maximum benefit from the sessions. This is an online class using ZOOM. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey included in your automated receipt so the instructor can tailor the course to meet your needs. You will want to have Microsoft Excel on your computer for this workshop and many people find it helpful to have two monitors though it is certainly not necessary to benefit from the sessions.





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