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Behavioral Health Professional Training & Certificate Program – Live Online

with Jeffrey Carpenter, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

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*SCHEDULING UPDATE*

We unfortunately cannot accept new registrations in the spring due to staffing changes at Woodfords. Please add yourself to the waitlist to be contacted in the fall when we will hopefully offer this class again. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your interest!

 

Our community needs individuals who want to make a difference in a child's life.

Children with intellectual challenges, autism, and mental health disorders in Maine, as well as their families, depend on children's behavioral health services. And there is a huge need in our area!

A Certified Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) is an essential member of a child's treatment team and has the chance to have an instant influence while assisting children in reaching their full potential. We are thrilled to provide this fantastic ONLINE training and certificate program to our community. You will be equipped to work with children who need services thanks to this program and also prepare yourself for employment with local social service organizations.

Start whenever you choose, and go at your own pace. Complete 12 online modules and three live, four-hour sessions, after which you will receive free online training in blood-borne pathogens and certification in child and adult first aid and CPR. Our free remote training program can get you licensed and started in a career that will change your life in just 40 hours.

Required: Must be a Maine resident and at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent to become certified.

Jeffrey Carpenter, Workforce Recruitment Specialist for the State of Maine's OCFS through Woodfords Family Services, is here to help you through this learning opportunity by providing answers to questions and technical issues, should any arise. He is also a resource to connect you with service agencies once you have completed the training.

Waiting list available
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Certified Residential Medication Aide Certificate Program

with Jennifer Courtois, RN, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Apr
18

April 18th to May 2nd, 2025

$325 More Info

CRMAs are in high demand!

Receive standardized training for professionals working in state-certified residential care homes. State of Maine regulations, standard residential facility policies, and basic anatomy and physiology are covered. Discuss medications, safe administration procedures, practice taking vital signs, transcribing physician orders, and documenting procedures on the Medication Administration Record per Maine's regulations governing residential facilities.

In addition, students must complete a clinical medication administration of three medication passes for three different residents with 100% accuracy.

Full certification and medication pass awarded on successful completion with 40 hours of attendance, no exceptions.

Participants must be 18 or older. High school credentials and background checks are not required. However, a reading/comprehension level of English at a 10th grade or better level is required. Handbook included. Course fee is nonrefundable. Payment plans available for qualified applicants.

Prerequisite: CASAS testing, with a score of 239 or better, is required to complete enrollment. No exceptions. Appointments available at our Saco Learning Center; please register online here: https://oobsaco.coursestorm.com/searchResults?search=CASAS or call 282-3846 to set up a different date and time.

Please bring a 1.5-inch 3-ring binder. $125-$150 fee for medication pass payable to the instructor at your scheduled test.For questions about the program, please email the instructor at jennifercourtois@myfairpoint.net

Jennifer Courtois, RN, has 40 years of nursing experience in hospitals, home health, diabetes & community education, and 10+ years teaching CNA, PSS & CRMA in both the classroom & clinical areas. In addition, she works as a consultant for an assisted living facility and as a full-time nurse educator.

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Substitute Teacher Intensive

with Linda Roy, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Apr
7

April 7th to May 14th, 2025

$99 More Info

Substitute teaching is a flexible and rewarding side pursuit with benefits to both the employee and the school. This class will enhance the skills and understandings that lead to success in any classroom. Through presentations, discussions, and readings we will address behavior expectations & ways to get & keep students on task; examine lesson plans and review what to expect on any given day; look at the role of technology in today's classrooms. We will consider the variety of subbing opportunities & roles in both regular and special education strands and discuss the professional behaviors that will keep you as busy as you wish. Tours of RSU 23 schools will give you a sense of how today's classrooms function. Leave with a notebook containing the course presentation, relevant readings, and resources that will support you on the job. State-mandated fingerprinting and a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) are employment requirements with extra fees attached and can be completed during the 10-session course. Access to a computer and a valid email address are required. No class 4/21 or 4/23.

Certificate awarded upon completion of all class requirements which ensure that, if hired by RSU 23, you will receive the highest rate of pay for substitute teachers in this district.

Linda Roy taught primary grades in OOB schools for 39 years and has a Professional Teacher MS. Ed. degree and regularly substituted K–12 in our local schools.

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Becoming a Notary Public

with Bethany Mulkern, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

May
19

May 19th, 2025

$39 More Info

The main responsibility of a notary is to formally witness transactions involving paper documents and, in Maine, to perform marriage ceremonies. Study the office's history as well as its responsibilities, qualifications, and record-keeping requirements. You must live in ME or be a NH resident regularly employed or with a business/trade in Maine. Leave with the test completed and a plan in place for turning in your paperwork. A notary license is $50 and valid for seven years.

Bethany Mulkern has been a notary public since May 2019 and has performed various notarial duties, including weddings. As a result, she is well-versed in all aspects of the role of a notary public and has a great deal of enthusiasm about the subject matter, which she's excited to share with her students!

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CASAS Testing for CRMA Program Section 8

with Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Apr
10

April 10th, 2025

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

  • you have CASAS tested within the past year and can provide proof of testing/score, OR
  • you have a CNA certification and can provide verification of certificate.

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

If you are looking for times and dates other than this, please contact the Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846 or learningcenter@rsu23.org to schedule a different day and time.

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Electrical Class for Beginners

with Michael Harvey, Houlton/Hodgdon Adult & Community Education

Apr
8

April 8th to May 13th, 2025

$150 More Info

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April 8 to May 13, 2025  (No class on April 22nd during school vacation.)

5 Sessions, Tuesday evenings from 5pm to 8pm.

Minimum of 7 students needed to run the class.

This class could also be for more than just personal entrichment. Electricians are in high demand.  Could this be a career pathway for you?Start with the basics, learn the tools and the trade, and advance your skills.

Prepay is Required:  Cash/check or online thru Adult Ed Course Storm.

There may be sponsors that will help pay for the class.  Give us a call at 538-3191 ext 0362 and we'll try and help find a sponsor.

 

Waiting list available