Alice Haiss of Skowhegan worked as an adult education teacher for many years as part of the Somerset County Basic Skills Program.  She was a literacy, basic skills, GED Preparation and English as a Second Language teacher at the program's Learning Center.  She also taught GED Preparation, basic and life skills at the Somerset County Jail for years.  During that period, she took part in a federal grant project called the Esteem Machine that combined the teaching of life skills with academic skills.

Haiss also worked for Educational Skills, Inc., where she facilitated Project Resiliency, and intervention program to prevent female juvenile offenders from being incarcerated at a youth correctional center.  The program focused on the development of problem solving, communication, team-building, and self-esteem building.

This scholarship will benefit any adult education learners who are pursuing education or training in high demand, high skill, or high wage occupations.

Awards will be announced yearly at the Adult Education Graduation in June.

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This is an asynchronous, online class.

Designed for beginners, we will have you speaking and reading Spanish in no time. You will practice the basic building blocks of the language and common idiomatic expressions. You will know enough vocabulary and grammar for simple conversations, and you will learn how to ask and answer questions.  Whether you speak some Spanish and need a refresher, or speak no Spanish, you will complete the course with the skills to communicate in Spanish.

This is a two month course - next start date is September 3, 2024!

Our community is seeking compassionate individuals eager to make a positive impact on the lives of children.

Children's Behavioral Health Services play a crucial role for Maine's children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, and Mental Health Disorders, and their families.

The demand for these services in our area is significant.

As a Certified Behavioral Health Professional (BHP), you will become an essential member of a child's treatment team, helping them grow and reach their full potential.

We are thrilled to offer an ONLINE training program that will equip you with the skills needed to support children receiving Behavioral Health Services.

This flexible training program includes:12 online modules12 hours of live virtual instructionOnline Bloodborne Pathogens trainingChild & Adult First Aid & CPR training (if you do not already have these certifications)The training is designed to be completed at your own pace, taking approximately 45 hours in total.

Upon completion, you will be prepared for employment with local social services providers.

Any individual who will be 18 years of age or older upon completion of the course may register. (Note: Individuals must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or equivalent to become certified.)

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children in our community.

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference in a child’s life. 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.

Children’s Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maine’s children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Disorders and their families and we are excited to connect our community with Woodfords Family Service for this wonderful ONLINE training program.

This online training will equip you to successfully help children who are currently on a wait list for services and become an integral part of a child’s treatment team. The training will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies. You can start at any time and finish at your own pace. You will complete 12 online modules then (3) 4-hour live sessions, including the new ethics and boundaries training. Once the modules are completed, you will receive free online blood borne 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. Any individual who will be 18 years of age or older upon completion of the course may register.

See Blended Learning Curriculum at Woodfords Family Service for more information at https://www.woodfords.org/bhp-program

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This is an online class and can start at any time.

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START ANYTIME!  Are you thinking about career options? Let us help you get to know yourself better! Suzette, our Certified Career Services Provider, will guide you through self-exploration - including career values, interest assessments, and even your search for a college or training program that meets your needs. Open to all future-minded youth and adults who are exploring workforce and training or education. Please call 345-3217 for an appointment. Registration: 4-week session, $50. Free to unemployed tri-town residents.