CompTIA+TestOut provides computer skills and information technology (IT) certifications and training that can be completed from any location and with any device.

The online learning system uses videos, articles, and interactive simulations where learners can practice and apply their skills for real-world settings and prepares individuals for CompTIA certifications and other IT exams.

Individual lessons are short so students can fit learning into the rest of their lives. Courses can take 20-100 hours to complete and students have an entire calendar year to complete work for credit.

CompTia Certification Topics Include:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• PC Tech Support
• IT Network Management
• Cyber Security
• Server Management
• And More!

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

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.

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The diversity and inclusion certificate takes an in-depth look at how to create and foster D&I throughout the organization. By encouraging cultural awareness, belonging, workplace authenticity, resilience, and health and wellness, HR professionals are in a unique position to support D&I initiatives at each level of the organization. The role of HR within D&I is evolving, creating the need for HR professionals to apply their leadership competencies in D&I in hybrid and remote workplaces. HR also supports processes, such as inclusive decision-making and the building of inclusive learning and development teams, which yield many benefits including higher levels of employee engagement. In this course, you will learn about the roles of HR within D&I and in different business structures, and the skills and strategies needed to shape inclusive workforces.

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Developed in accordance with the International Organization for Standardization's guidance on diversity and inclusion for organizations (ISO 30415:2021), the Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management provides a foundation for creating a workplace where all employees are respected and appreciated as valuable members of the organization, are able to participate in work-related opportunities, can follow career paths that use their skills and knowledge to the fullest, and receive fair compensation. The courses explain how diverse and inclusive workplaces are more productive, innovative, creative, and profitable, and that fostering an inclusive culture produces higher employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention rates. The certificate explores the responsibilities of leaders, the workforce, and other stakeholders in recognizing diversity, working and communicating inclusively, reducing unconscious biases, acting accountably, and assessing diversity and inclusion initiatives using qualitative and quantitative methods.

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Our Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management - Bundle, combines all 6 of our most popular Diversity and Inclusion courses. Included in this bundle is access to: Fostering an Inclusive Culture, Assessing Diversity and Inclusion, Hiring and Retaining Diverse Talent, Aspects of an Inclusive Culture, Inclusive HR Leadership, and Inclusive Engagement and Development.

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Human resources professionals are charged with supporting the success of their organizations in ways that are ethical and socially responsible. Ethical organizations must consider questions about what is right and fair in all decision-making processes. Because HR professionals are involved in designing and enforcing policies that impact the people who work in an organization, they play an especially powerful role in shaping the ethical culture. Each of these 1.5-hour courses explores the relationship between human resources and creating an ethical workplace. While some delve into theoretical and philosophical questions about how we can know what is right and wrong, others focus on applying theory to practice in an organizational setting. After completing the courses in this certificate, the learner will be prepared to play an essential role in shaping the ethical culture in their workplace. Each self-paced course features an assortment of interactive exercises, videos, case studies, and assessments.

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This online course teaches essential leadership skills to help learners stand out as leaders among their peers. The coursework discusses the theories of leadership and offers real-world practical explanations and definitions. Throughout five segments, learners will explore questions such as: What is leadership, and why is it important? How does a leader encourage change without triggering fearful resistance? What are the key elements to leading an effective team? What is the role of charisma in leadership? How can a leader achieve work-life balance? The self-paced course offers an assortment of interactive exercises, videos, case studies, and self-assessments that engage students and provide opportunities to practice leadership skills.

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Children’s Behavioral Health Services is vital to Maine’s children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, and Mental Health Disorders and their families. The need in our area is great!

We are excited to connect our adult education community with this wonderful ONLINE training program. This online training is Free. The training will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies and the school districts.  

The program can be started at any time and finished at your own pace. You will complete 12 online modules then 3, 4-hour live sessions, including the new ethics and boundaries training. 

Once the modules are completed, participants that do not already possess CPR certification will be required to complete either in-person or blended Child & Adult CPR/FA training. You can take CPR through Adult Education or Woodfords Services. 

The entire training requirements will take about 45 hours. Any individual who will be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalency upon completion of the course may register.