***This is ONLY the APPLICATION.  Course costs will be determined upon registration.**

There are few industries that offer as much opportunity ad stability as the healthcare industry.  If you are considering a career in healthcare, becoming a Clinical Medical Assistant may be perfect for you.   A career in Medical Assisting could provide you with everything you’re looking for:  A short training period, excellent job opportunities, a good salary, and a professional working environment.

What is a Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA)?  A Clinical Medical Assistant is a medical support professional that performs a variety of tasks to assist physicians in providing patient care, while ensuring that clinics and hospitals run smoothly and efficiently.  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.  Here at the Academy we offer both Clinical and Administrative programs that can be combined.

Clinical Medical Assistants are more often found at the physician’s side working in close contact with patients.  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 examinations and 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 the fly.  One must be compassionate while still maintaining a professional distance.  This job often involves working with people who are sometimes frustrated, anxious, tired, sick and possibly even dying.

All courses offered either locally at Adult Education Centers in Maine only.  Externships are suggested, please ask your career counselor for more details or assistance in providing those.

Upon registration, program and application materials will be sent to you.

Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is an ideal step if you are considering a nursing degree or an entry-level clinical position. 

CMAs work with providers mainly in outpatient facilities. They are a critical part of a patient’s care team. How do I know if this is the program for me?

Our CCMA program provides instruction, lab practice, and hands-on training. Externships are completed at the end of the course.  It is approximately 140 hours of class and labs and 160 hours of externship/clinical training.

CMA training includes:

•   Administrative and clinical duties
•   Preparing patients for examinations and treatment
•   Updating medical records - EMR
•   Taking and documenting vital signs
•   Routine lab procedures
•   Diagnostic testing, including EKG
•   Basic phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle
•   Workplace expectations and professionalism
•   Training includes an externship prior to employment

Additional CCMA courses include: Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Medical Math.

Schedule: We offer two options for completing your CCMA-
In person: all classes and labs are completed at our learning center in Sullivan. (Evening classes & daytime labs, next class September 2025)

Hybrid: evening classes/lectures are offered on Zoom (cameras must be on) and afternoon labs are offered in Sullivan, Bucksport, and Baileyville. (Next start date March 2025).

Please call for more information or download a CCMA application here.  Intake interviews are required for our application, please call to make an appointment. 207-422-4794.

**Thanks to a Strengthening Maine Workfoce grant, we are able to offer this training at no cost.  Scholarships and financial assistance may be available to help with transportation, technology, and other expenses.

Academy of Medical Professions (AMP) is in partnership with Houlton/Hodgdon Adult Ed, Houlton Regional Hospital, and Katahdin Valley Health Center. 

See Attached Flyer for More Information on 5 Healthcare programs available through AMP.

AMP Medical Coding Program Information

Option 1:    Live Online Instruction

•    Starts October 16, 2026 
•    Thursdays 5:30pm to 8:30pm for 20 wks.

Option 2:    Online Anytime. Self-Paced

• FREE if eligible for sponsorship, scholarship, agency assistance, or workforce training funds. 
• And if you don't qualify, payment plans are available!

For More Information and to Apply:                                               Call Adult Ed at 538-3191 ext. 0362 or email patricia.sloat@rsu29.org or visit www.rsu29-70.maineadulted.org

WHAT IS A MEDICAL CODER?

As a Medical Biller/Coder you are responsible for reviewing the documentation the physicians have provided and assigning the correct diagnosis and procedure codes, entering the necessary information into the patient’s account and submitting the claims to the Insurance Companies.  You are then responsible for tracking and receiving payment from the Insurance Companies and billing the patient when necessary.  You will also be responsible for reviewing any denials and researching to make sure that the claim was submitted correctly the first time.  If any necessary changes can be made, you are responsible for making the changes and following up with the Insurance Companies.

Academy of Medical Professions (AMP) is in partnership with Houlton/Hodgdon Adult Ed, Houlton Regional Hospital, and Katahdin Valley Health Center.

See Attached Flyer for More Information

Option 1:   Live Online

•    Starts Monday, February 2, 2026 * 6-8pm for 12wks

Option 2:   Online Anytime, Self-Paced

• FREE if eligible for sponsorship, scholarship, agency assistance, or workforce training funds. 
• And if you don't qualify, payment plans are available!

For More Information and to apply:                                             

Call Adult Ed at 538-3191 ext 0632 5, or email patricia.sloat@rsu29.org, or visit www.rsu29-70.maineadulted.org

Who is a Dental Assistant?

The purpose of this course is to gain background knowledge and vocabulary for an entry level position in the clinical or administrative dental setting. Learning media provide specific insight into preclinical and clinical areas of dental assisting, reviewing chapter content and the application of content. Chapters include professional and legal aspects of dental assisting, anatomy and physiology, dental anatomy, infection control and hazardous materials, dental treatment, patient care, dental imaging, preventative dentistry, restorative dentistry, and specialized dentistry. Students will be given the building blocks for DANB RHS content certifications, and access to materials to prepare for this exam. Resume writing (including updated personal resume) and professional development are required for graduation. During each week of our 10-week program we assist the student to build the confidence, skills, and knowledge to assist the dentist and be a valuable member of the dental healthcare team. Each week of the course covers a different area of dental practice, allowing students to grasp the material in manageable chunks. Media used for instruction include textbook, workbook, demonstration videos, slides and learning games, and hands-on l

To register or for more details, click this link: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/kae/training-programs/clinical-dental-assistant-vouchers-included/

This comprehensive online dental assisting course will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a dental assistant, including every aspect of professional dental assistance. You will also prepare to pass the radiology, infection control, and anatomy and physiology portions of the Dental Assisting National Board examinations – NELDA or CDA.

Becoming a dental assistant is a fulfilling and rewarding career path with flexible hours and strong job growth predicted. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 7% through 2032, faster than the average for all occupations, with a median annual wage of $46,540. Obtaining your dental assistant certification is your first step towards providing comfort and education for patients—and the online Clinical Dental Assistant course will prepare you to become a productive and successful member of a dental team.

For more details on this class or to enroll with the Academy of Medical Professions please call or email Kittery Adult Education at 207-439-5896 or cfurbish@kitteryschools.com

An all-inclusive 16-week program that includes in-person skills labs and live via Zoom class meetings that prepare you to pass the National Certification. Upon completion of the program, you will sit for your CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) national certification exam through NHA.  $3,500 includes national certification, 6 practice exams, online study guide materials, books, resume assistance, and all other associated fees.  Externships may be available in your area.  Payment plans are available. Live Classes meet TU/TH 5:30-8:30 PM.

Session Starts Dates:

2/25/25

6/17/25

Programs are all-inclusive: books, reference books, national certifications, practice exams and online resources, live instructors, and student support for self-paced students are included in tuition. Payment plans available; WIOA/voucher approved (Goodwill, MyCAA, Maine Department of Labor, EMDC/HOPE, etc.).

For more details on this class or to enroll with the Academy of Medical Professions please call or email Kittery Adult Education at 207-439-5896 or cfurbish@kitteryschools.com

12-week Certificate program in Dental Assisting for one of the most high-demand careers. This program is designed to teach all aspects of dental assisting and provide you with the skills you need to work in this field and pass a national certificate exam. This program is taught by a Dentist and includes an opportunity for internships. We now offer an option for Lab days, please ask for more details! The price of the course includes all books, exam preparation materials and fees for the DANB RHS® certificate program. Upon passing the DANB RHS®, you will receive a certificate of knowledge based on competency for that component from DANB. Payment plans available. $3200. Live Classes Monday 6-8 PM OR Online Anytime, Self-Paced

Session Start Dates:

2/3/25

6/2/25

or online anytime

Programs are all-inclusive: books, reference books, national certifications, practice exams and online resources, live instructors, and student support for self-paced students are included in tuition. Payment plans available; WIOA/voucher approved (Goodwill, MyCAA, Maine Department of Labor, EMDC/HOPE, etc.).

For more details on this class or to enroll with the Academy of Medical Professions please call or email Kittery Adult Education at 207-439-5896 or cfurbish@kitteryschools.com

20-week, in-depth medical coding for CPC certification through AAPC. This program is designed to teach all aspects of medical coding, provide you with the skills needed to become nationally certified and get into the job market as a Certified Professional Coder. This certificate program includes Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, 2 CPC-A exam attempts, AAPC membership, 3 practice CPC tests and all books. Basic computer skills are required; $3,950. Adding Practicode (6–10-week online program) will remove the apprenticeship designation from the CPC credential; $5,150. Payment plans available. Live Classes meet Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 PM OR Online Anytime, Self-Paced

Session Starts Dates:

3/13/25

or online anytime

Programs are all-inclusive: books, reference books, national certifications, practice exams and online resources, live instructors, and student support for self-paced students are included in tuition. Payment plans available; WIOA/voucher approved (Goodwill, MyCAA, Maine Department of Labor, EMDC/HOPE, etc.).