Ever get frustrated that you never seem to get ahead? Are you and your family constantly arguing about money? Do you ever wonder where your money went last month? Do you have trouble saving money? Want to work on paying down your debt, but don't know where to find the money? This course will teach you the very basics of how to get control of your finances rather than letting them control you. It is the help you need before learning about investing, debt elimination, retirement or college planning. There aren't many places that you can go to learn these principles, so take advantage of this opportunity to learn online. Start to make conscious decisions about spending and saving. Find out where your money goes. Make your own informed choices about where you want it to go. Learn how to fund your dreams and how to save money for everything from emergencies to vacations. If you have ever felt lost about where to start working on your finances, this course is for you. You can't afford not to take this course and change your habits. This course is an investment in your future and you will save the cost of the course many times over by applying what you learn.

Session Start Dates:

Sept 14 | Oct 12 | Nov 16  | Dec 14 | Jan 18  | Feb 15 | Mar 15 | Apr 12  | May 17  | Jun 14

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This Certificate in Emerging Technology for Manag-ers addresses blockchain, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Learners who have completed this suite of courses are knowledgeable in how each technology affects business processes and how each contributes to a discussion about the future of labor. In the current business environment, managers and leaders should have a baseline understanding of these emerging technologies. Certificate holders are informed about cryptocurrencies and how blockchain is restoring trust and security in Internet transactions. Learners have examined how artificial intelligence is leading to gains in efficiency and performance, along with concepts and metrics for management to consider when evaluating an investment in robotics.

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From basic Arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, and percentages) all the way to real world algebra - this class will provide individualized instruction to help you improve your math skills.

Personal finance is a critical skill for long-term financial success. However, many adults have learned what they know about personal finance as they've progressed through life. What have you missed along the way? No matter what your financial situation is, it is important to understand how to handle your money. This course will familiarize you with the basics of budgeting, including creating and managing a budget, as well as setting financial goals, understanding your credit, tips for saving money, and the basics of investing.

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QuickBooks® Online Basics is an introductory-level course designed to build a foundation of essential skills in QuickBooks® Online. In this course, learners will develop a greater understanding of the basic bookkeeping and accounting functions that the software enables. The course content focuses on mastering the fundamental tasks performed in QuickBooks®, including setting up a company file and chart of accounts, entering customer and vendor information, recording sales, creating invoices, managing payables and receivables, creating and customizing reports, and using the Audit Log.

Note: To complete the exercises in this course, learners will need to set up their own access to the QuickBooks® Online platform. A subscription to QuickBooks® Online is not included with this course.

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In this workshop, we will cover the top 20 most important and useful Excel functions. They can greatly reduce the number of errors and greatly speed up the task you are trying to accomplish. In addition, learning these formulas is a wonderful opportunity for you to improve your Excel knowledge and become a confident MS Excel user. These 20 excel functions are what companies want their employees to know! During this session, you will learn how to apply conditions to your data, extract text from cells, combine text, create lookup tables, learn how to create subtotals, learn how to calculate your monthly payment on a loan, and use powerful tools to filter your data in order to extract information.

This workshop is presented via Zoom.

Determining which Medicare plan you need can feel like a maze of uncertainty. In this live presentation by Jeanne McIntyre, you will be provided information regarding Medicare, Medicare prescription drug coverage, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplemental plans, and tips on how to save money, avoid paying penalties and how to navigate through the process with more confidence. Before the class, you’ll receive the supporting information to follow along (and for your future reference.) Be sure to call MCST to enroll or register via this website. Spectrum Generations, the central Maine area agency on aging, is a non-profit organization.

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney 

Have you been wondering how to get your affairs in order? Do you have an elder relative who may need long-term care soon? Perhaps you want to learn more about how one can plan for long-term care. Come find out more at this informative and interactive session with one of central Maine’s experts in the field.

Instructor: Daniel Eccher, Esq.

Thursday, March 23, 2023

Time: 6:30-8 pm

Location: MCHS

Registration: $15

Daniel J. Eccher, Esq. is the Managing Shareholder at Levey, Wagley, Putman & Eccher, P.A. Dan's favorite problem to solve is helping clients figure out how to afford long-term care while having something left for their family. He also enjoys helping couples establish estate plans such that their children will be provided something upon the couple's death. Dan has been in legal practice in Maine since 2014. Prior to joining the firm, Dan practiced in Waterville, Maine, and had a brief stint at the Attorney General’s office. Upon his graduation from the University of Maine School of Law, he received the Pro Bono Publico award for his work with the Volunteer Lawyers Project. Dan currently volunteers for a number of non-profit groups. A graduate of the Waterville Public Schools and Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, Dan now lives in Oakland, Maine, with his young family.