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

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Option 1:   Live Online

•    Starts Monday, June 10, 2024,  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 521-3100 ext 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

The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is designed to improve a student's defensive driving awareness.

This five-hour course includes a discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine's highways.

Our goal is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce vehicle-related crashes.

Classes are held at Augusta Adult and Community Education, 22 Armory St., Augusta - You must attend both classes to receive credit. Classes will be on Monday, June 10 & Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 6:00-8:30 pm.

Join Catherine to learn the fun and carefree art of monoprinting using a silicone gelatin plate. Using your favorite craft paints, and elements such as flowers and leaves picked from nature, combined with stencils, you’ll create a fun and colorful journal where every page was created by you as a jumping off point to unlimited creativity. This fast paced creative class will result in a journal you can build on with hand-lettering, stamping, collage and more. Class fee includes: silicone printing plate, and paper. There is a $10 materials fee, payable to the instructor. Please bring: 6 - 8 coordinating 2 oz. craft paint colors, an apron, texture tools, paint brushes, brayer and textured paper towels. This is a 1 Day Workshop: 6/11 from 11am-3pm. Bring a lunch or snack!

Use MINDFULNESS to change your brain for the better.

Learn to grow inner strengths for feeling more satisfied, connected and calm. Based on the brain science of positive neuroplasticity, taking in the good builds contentment, calm and confidence.

Led by a trained PNT teacher. Link provided upon registration.

TUESDAY June 11th Online through ZOOM 5:30-6:30pm

Have you taken computer classes before and been totally lost? Well, this unique class is for those who are looking for simple and practical instructions. Your patient instructor has trained 1000s of older adults with 4 and 5-star ratings! We will discuss the popular YouTube website that offers 1000s of free informative and entertaining videos, show a few email tips and tricks, demonstrate online shopping, visit AARP and other related websites for seniors, use some shortcut keys, and navigate Google Search to do research and get information. So, if you have been frustrated with other classes, consider taking this refreshing and informative computer class for older adults! You won’t be disappointed!

This informative workshop will provide attendees with all the information they need to enter National Service through the AmeriCorps program. The AmeriCorps is the program whereby citizens can Make A Difference in their community by enrolling to lend their energy and ability to advance a well thought out project and program. AmeriCorps members receive a stipend, fully paid health insurance (full time) and an education award that can be applied to any post-secondary school tuition/fees. Member terms are full or part time and there are many opportunities available, including the Augusta area.

Paddle 1.5 miles by sea kayak after an orientation and safety briefing with Master Maine Guide, Alice in her provided kayaks. Learn about the late Civil War mixed-race community and their eviction in 1912 by the state of Maine. Learn the prehistory of the island and its current use by walking the trails on the island stopping to learn about the different sites on the island. No buildings remain. You'll have a chance to eat the snacks / lunch that you brought at the southern end of the island. Afterwards we'll paddle back to our start. You must be able to walk unaided on uneven trialls. Five hour trip meets at 8:15 am in Cundy's Harbor (parking is about 1/2 mile away) and returns at 1:15 pm. Weather conditions unsafe for paddling will cancel this trip.

Alice Bean Andrenyak is a Master Maine Guide and Maine native who lives at Mere Point in Brunswick. Owner of Alice's Awesome Adventures and Maine e-Learning, she trains future Registered Maine Guides and outdoor enthusiasts in navigation, canoeing, SUP, sea kayaking, snowshoeing, nature studies, and overnighting skills , and is a former Guide's Board Examiner. She has been visiting Malaga Island for over 30 years and leads regular sea kayak and hiking tours of Malaga Island.

QiGong is an Asian “medicinal martial art” developed in ancient times to provide ongoing health and fitness. This simple, gentle, easy to learn set of daily exercises is designed to regulate, strengthen and harmonize the organ systems and general energy flow of Chi in the body. The practice is very grounding and strengthens not only body but also mind. In these four classes, you learn the complete set of Standing “Eight Brocades”, along with breathing meditation, imagery and sound healing. The movements can be adapted for those needing to be seated. Class handouts for home practice are included. Please bring a yoga mat, if you have one and wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move. Chairs will be in the room.

“Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos – the trees, the clouds, everything.” Thich Nhat Hanh

Gianna Settin is a retired PhD Psychologist and Gerontologist and has been an alternative health provider and workshop presenter for over 25 years. Formerly through Avanti Healing Arts, and now in her coaching practice, she offers QiGong, Reiki and Meditation to support mental and emotional wellness. A long-time Reiki MasterTeacher, she specializes in Reiki with Animals and Plants and is a published author of the books Reiki: The Mystery Teachings, and Spirit of Trees, and the Healing Dance. Gianna lives in Sorrento with her dog Barnaby where she is happiest outdoors in Nature, gardening, hiking or reading a good book.