This course is designed for parents, grandparents, laypersons, childcare providers, educators, camp counselors, health/fitness trainers, hospitality workers, security, school personnel and more. Students will receive a Heart saver First Aid CPR AED Course Completion Card upon successful completion. Our Certified American Heart Instructor will teach: Adult CPR and AED use Environmental emergencies actions for bites and stings, and temperature related and poison emergencies First Aid Basics including scene safety, finding the problem, calling for help and more Injury emergencies including bleeding, wounds, broken bones, sprains and more Medical emergencies including actions for choking, breathing problems, allergic reaction, shock and more Child CPR and AED Infant CPR Adult, child and infant choking Please bring water and a bag lunch.

This program does NOT contain a First Aid component. This program ensures that individuals with a duty to respond (public safety professionals, healthcare providers, lifeguards, etc.) have the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies. Updated coverage of CPR, AED, cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, airway adjuncts, “Team CPR,” and Naloxone (Narcan®) A focus on soft skills, with additional coverage relating to team-based resuscitation. This program is accepted for continuing education credit by CAPCE and NREMT for EMS personnel, and by most state agencies and licensing boards. MUST ATTEND ALL SESSIONS FOR COMPLETION.

Children’s behavioral health services are vital to Maine’s children with intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health disorders and their families. As an integral part of the child’s treatment team, a Certified Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) has the opportunity to make an immediate impact while helping a child grow and develop to their full potential. This online training will equip you to successfully help children who are currently on a waitlist for services. The training will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies. The program can be started at any time and finished at your own pace. You will complete 12 online modules then two 4-hour live sessions. Once the modules are completed, in person training is required to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications. The entire training requirements will take about 45 hours. Assistance with job placement is provided to anyone who completes the program. Assistance with technology may be available. Prerequisites: A high school diploma or equivalency. Proof of education is required. Must be 18 years of age or older upon completion of the course. You may register for this program up to and including October 1, 2024. Instructor: Woodfords Family Services Self-paced and asynchronous Free

Earn your CNA credential once you complete the 130-hour program, pass the State exam and are acceptanced to the State CNA Registry. Classes and labs will meet in person at the Sullivan Learning Center and clinicals will be at local healthcare facilities and/or hospital.

Class: 8a -12:30p Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Lab: 1-3:30p Wednesday

Clinicals: 7a-12:30p Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Prerequisites: completed application, documented medical immunization history, meet with student advisor, and complete assessments.

Tuition is covered through grants and/or foundation funding.

Please note that you may be eligible for funding of supplies/transportation/childcare through other sources, so don't delay in requesting information.

 Click here to download an application packet. 

Please call our office at 422-4794 to start the process today!

 

 

 

CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

Contact Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846, learningcenter@rsu23.org

 

CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

Contact Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846, learningcenter@rsu23.org

This 40-hour CRMA course includes classroom training, with clinical available after successful completion of classroom. All students must complete clinical, either with our instructor or arranged through your facility. Successful students will be certified to administer oral medications to residents in state-licensed assisted living facilities. Clinical component is an additional $125 if done with MCST instructor. There are funding opportunities available for this class.

This is 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 (Clinical Certified Medical Assistant) national certification exam through NHA. The fee for the class 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. The classroom hours are live online.  Additional clinical hours are in-person as locally as feasible. Certification tests are offered locally.

Please download this information package about the Academy of Medical Professions Clinical Medical Assisting Program, stop by our center in Ellsworth to pick one up, or request that one be mailed to you.  It will answer many questions you might have.  Don't hesitate to reach out to the Academy of Medical Professions directly after reviewing the information package linked above.  Please go to their website for their phone number and to explore all their course offerings. 

Ellsworth Adult & Community Education is here to ensure your readiness and success by providing logistical, academic, and social emotional support during this online and in-person experience. We will help you through the enrollment process, provide local support during the course and offer the certification exam locally. Our services are available at no cost to you.  If you'd like to schedule an individual appointment with one of our career advisors to learn more, please call 207.664.7110 or email adultedinfo@ellsworthschools.org to schedule a phone, ZOOM or in-person appointment.