Rapid growth in the health, legal services, data processing, management, public relations, and other industries have created many new job opportunities for administrative assistants. This course will help you discover and master the essentials of managerial and staff support, information and records management, communications technology, travel and meeting coordination, space planning, and office ergonomics. You will become an indispensable member of your team by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to turn your office into a high productivity machine.

This course and its follow up (Administrative Assistant Applications) may help you prepare for the internationally-recognized Certified Administrative Professional® (CAP®) exam offered by the International Association of Administrative Professionals® (IAAP®).

Note: This course is not affiliated with, nor has it been endorsed by, the International Association of Administrative Professionals® (IAAP®).

Instructor-Led dates are as follows Jun 14, July 12, Aug 16 and Sept 13.

Self-Paced classes can start at anytime.  For more information or to register please click the link.

In this course, an experienced grant writer will show you how to research and write winning proposals that get funded. You will become proficient in the proposal format used by the vast majority of public foundations. Learn what to do and what not to do on your cover sheet, narrative, background page, and your stakeholder and third-party evaluation plan. Discover the quickest and most efficient ways to gather the information you will need to develop your proposal's attachments, including information on your organization's structure, administration, and finances. Gain a full understanding of the criteria funders use to determine whether your grant proposal gets funded or rejected.

Before this course is over, you will have discovered a number of significant finishing touches that can give your project the edge over others. You will learn about the importance of obtaining community and political support before submitting a proposal to any government agency.

Instructor-Led dates are as follows Jun 14, July 12, Aug 16 and Sept 13.

Self-Paced classes can start at anytime.  For more information or to register please click the link.

Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners will teach you how to plan and create your very own blog and podcast. Through hands-on exercises, you will discover the benefits of using free web tools like Blogger, WordPress, Audacity, and YouTube. You will find that creating a blog and podcast is much easier than you ever imagined.

First, you will learn how to develop a plan for the content, setup, maintenance, and how to use free blogging software like Blogger and WordPress to put that plan into action. After that, learn how to record a professional-sounding audio podcast with a very simple recording tool you already have. You will edit the file with another free software program, add music to it, and then post it online for others to enjoy. Finally, you will find out how to record a video podcast. You will edit it, add special effects, drop in a podcasting-safe music file, and then publish it online.

Instructor-Led classes begin on Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 16 and Sept 13

Self-Paced classes can begin at anytime.

For more information or to register please click the link.

This course immerses the learner in the situation of being a change management consultant assisting a traditional electronics manufacturer through the acquisition of a new company focused on e-commerce. The learner makes a series of decisions, each with varying consequences, as the differing corporate cultures merge into one under a tight deadline.

Use this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/2174/under-pressure-a-change-management-simulation 

Looking to improve your digital skills for school? Whether you want to learn new things for your current class(s) or you’re looking to do something completely different, we can help you navigate the digital landscape to find, access, and/or complete your computer goals.

Register to meet with our tech advisor to learn about the free and low cost options to meet your needs.  Our staff will assist you with your individual needs and help you find additional resources.

Some examples of ways that we can help:

• Building basic computer skills for school
• Improving skills in online research, protecting personal information online, and adapting to new online tools for shopping, personal care, and financial literacy.
• Online Job Search Skills, including online search techniques and how to apply for jobs online.
• Brushing up on industry standard digital tools and software, like GSuite and Microsoft Office.
• Asking specific questions regarding your individual needs.

Please complete the registration form and RSU 13 Adult and Community Education staff will reach out to you to schedule an appointment.

Looking to improve your digital skills for work? Whether you want to learn new things for your current job or you’re looking to do something completely different, we can help you navigate the digital landscape to find, access, and/or complete your computer goals.

Register to meet with our tech advisor to learn about the free and low cost options to meet your needs.  Our staff will assist you with your individual needs and help you find additional resources.

Some examples of ways that we can help:

• Building basic computer skills for work, school, or to help you manage your child’s computer access.
• Improving skills in online research, protecting personal information online, and adapting to new online tools for shopping, personal care, and financial literacy.
• Online Job Search Skills, including online search techniques and how to apply for jobs online.
• Brushing up on industry standard digital tools and software, like GSuite and Microsoft Office.
• Asking specific questions regarding your individual needs.

Please complete the registration form and RSU 13 Adult and Community Education staff will reach out to you to schedule an appointment.

At the core of strong leadership is the ability to communicate effectively. But many leaders focus solely on their spoken words while ignoring the impact of their nonverbal cues, including facial expressions, hand gestures, body movements, and eye gaze. By understanding the impact of body language, leaders can learn how to communicate in a way that builds and sustains positive relationships with employees, clients, and business partners. This course will provide leaders with tips for reading body language and using it to exude both strength and warmth. The course also addresses gender stereotypes and cross-cultural body language and explores the role of body language in virtual communication.

Follow this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1526/body-language-for-leaders

The HRCI Pro Series is a collection of certificate courses that focus on advanced HR and business concepts. By completing each Pro Series certificate, you demonstrate your knowledge in a specific area of expertise, and earn a digital badge to proudly display your achievement as an HRCI Pro in People Analytics.

Follow this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/suites/33628/hrci-pro-people-analytics