Discover the keys to successful writing for the workplace. Whether you are writing a report, memo, letter or publicity notice, business writing has some defined characteristics for success. Successful communicators in the workplace move forward, others move back. Enhance your career by improving this critical communication skill.

Begin with understanding the format, construction, and successful techniques of writing good business reports and proposals. Then improve your skills with editing and proofreading. Finally, discover what good journalists know. Learn how to write a news story, press release or other publicity notice that zings.

Help your organization stand out with your new skills in business writing. This certificate will take you to the next level where business writing is a skill for personal and organizational success.

Click here for more information about the course specifics, dates, cost and registration.

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

AMP HRH ACE Flyer 2025 5 Healthcare Training Programs

Students may choose to attend our new Live Via Zoom class that meets weekly to supplement the web-based program.

Pharmacy Technician.

Option 1:    Live Online Instruction

•     Starts December 16, 2024
•     Thursdays 7pm to 9pm  14wks

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

WHO IS A PHARMACY TECHNICIAN?

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be helping the Licensed Pharmacist with all the necessary day-to-day services that the Pharmacy provides. Everything from preparing medications to answering phones, receiving and verifying prescriptions, counting tablets, taking requests for refilling of medications, and much more.  You are an assistant to the pharmacist.

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, you will receive free online bloodborne pathogen training and virtual first aid & CPR training if you do not already possess those 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 high school completion is required, along with CPR/first aid certification. Funds are available to reimburse for the cost of CPR/first aid training.

Email betty_cheff@rsu40.org for more information.

*Once registered you will be contacted by Woodfords Family Services

Must be 18 years or older upon completion of the course.

Instructor: Woodfords Family Services

Self-paced and asynchronous Online Free

Maine Veterans Home, in collaboration with Augusta Adult and Community Education and the Maine Community College System, is offering a ten-week, state-approved CNA training program. This course is hosted by Maine Veterans Homes in Augusta at their state-of-the-art facility at 35 Heroes Way, Augusta, Maine. Join us for this exciting opportunity to learn the art of caregiving in a holistic healthcare model and give back to our Honored Veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star family members.

Program Highlights:

• Taught by a first-rate Registered Nurse with years of experience, successfully delivering an in-depth program with proven results.
• Earn to Learn opportunities for qualifying applicants
• Sponsored by the Maine Apprenticeship Program

Training Components:

Includes the state-required curriculum of 70 hours in the classroom, 20 hours of essential skill labs, and 40 hours of clinical training.

Prerequisites:

• State requirement of a minimum of 1200 hours actively working as a CNA within the past two years
• Adult Education Intake Paperwork
• CASAS Reading & Comprehension Assessment
• Updated Immunization Records

Call Augusta Adult & Community Education at 207-626-2470 for more information.

This  course is offered in cooperation with Ed2Go. Self-guided and teacher led options are available. 

Please click this link to register; https://www.ed2go.com/telstar/online-courses/certificate-in-depression/

This course provides an in-depth understanding of depression, covering its symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options, both conventional and integrative. Gain the knowledge to recognize and manage symptoms of depression. You'll also learn about the critical issues surrounding suicide, including risk factors, assessment, and prevention strategies.

Depression (also known as major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common, yet serious, mental health disorder in adults, children, and adolescents. Depression interferes with an individual's daily life and normal functioning and may cause emotional pain for the individual with the disorder as well as family and friends. By understanding the symptoms, risk factors, criteria for diagnosis, and treatment options available, depression can be recognized early, and depressive symptoms can be reduced or alleviated. Death by suicide, which can result from depression, is a tragic reaction to stressful life circumstances. Understanding the issues surrounding suicide and mental health is a vital step in preventing suicide, helping others in crisis, and changing the way all of us view suicide and mental health issues.

All Inclusive 14-week program. This program has 2 options: entirely online, or our new live via Zoom class that meets weekly. Pharmacy Technician is one of the fastest growing jobs in healthcare today. In this course, you will learn everything from the role of the technician in the pharmacy setting, to the basic sciences at the core of pharmacy practice, to preparing for the PTCB exam. You will learn complete drug information that includes proper name, spelling and pronunciation, drug class, generic and trade name, route of administration, dosage and more of hundreds of drugs. You will be able to identify pills on sight with pill photos, gain a better understanding of how certain drugs work within the body with a concise review of relevant anatomy and physiology, and stay up to date with cutting-edge pharmacy practice with the latest info on new drugs, regulations, HIPAA guidelines and safety procedures. All materials including PTCB National Certification (CPhT) Exam fee. Payment plans available. Course Fee:  $2,850.

Online, Anytime

TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS USE THIS LINK: https://academyofmedicalprofessions.com/ 

Maine Veterans Home, in collaboration with Augusta Adult and Community Education and the Maine Community College System, is offering a FREE ten-week, state-approved CNA training program. This course is hosted by Maine Veterans Homes in Augusta at their state-of-the-art facility at 35 Heroes Way, Augusta, Maine. Join us for this exciting opportunity to learn the art of caregiving in a holistic healthcare model and give back to our Honored Veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star family members.

Program Highlights:

• Taught by a first-rate Registered Nurse with years of experience, successfully delivering an in-depth program with proven results.
• Earn to Learn opportunities for qualifying applicants
• Sponsored by the Maine Apprenticeship Program

Training Components:

Includes the state-required curriculum of 70 hours in the classroom, 20 hours of essential skill labs, and 40 hours of clinical training.

Prerequisites:

• Adult Education Intake Paperwork
• CASAS Reading & Comprehension

Please call 207-626-2470 to schedule a CASAS assessment and for more information.

Whether you have never written a resume or just need to update one, this course will teach you the best ways to present your experience, skills, and career goals.  Create a cover letter that speaks to your strengths and shows why you're the righ candidate to hire! 

After your initial workshops, we provide follow up assistance as needed by appointment.  

For more information and to schedule an appointment , please call us at: 207-422-4794.  You can meet day or evening.