Get hands-on experience with the most widely used computer programs in the world, and take away the skills to create professional documents, presentations, and spreadsheets. Whether you're looking to enhance your current career or launch a new one, this certificate program will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in today's digital world. Earn a certificate that demonstrates your mastery of computer skills for the workplace by taking all three classes in this series. Discover the power of Microsoft Excel to create, edit and manage spreadsheets, master the art of professional document creation with Microsoft Word, and bring your proposals and presentations to life with Microsoft PowerPoint. CEUs/ILUs: 4.8. Length (in hours): 48.

Part of Digital Marketing Certificate

Acquire the basic skills to boost your web site traffic, including how to analyze your visitor traffic, how to use search engine optimization to get greater visibility and exposure in Google searches, and how to redesign your web site copy to increase your visitors and results. No experience necessary, but if you are at an advanced level, your instructor is an SEO expert and can answer your toughest questions as well. CEUs/ILUs: 1.6.

Part of Mastering Computer Skills for the Workplace Certificate

Master the art of document creation and take your professional skills to the next level with Microsoft Word, which is essential for success in the modern business world. Discover how to format text, paragraphs, images, and pages with ease. Get hands-on experience creating professional-looking documents, from resumes and cover letters to reports and brochures. Find out how to use templates and themes to save time and streamline your workflow. At the end of this class, you will be equipped with the skills to create, edit and share polished documents that will impress employers and coworkers and give you a competitive edge in the workplace. CEUs/ILUs: 1.6. Length (in hours): 16.

Are you new to driving in Maine? Not sure what all the questions on your insurance application mean? Wondering what level of insurance you really need for your vehicle? Does your insurance agent profit from your policy? These are some of the questions to which Rachel will provide answers, insights and more. Rachel works in Portland and enjoys helping folks navigate the insurance process to their best benefit. Specific claims questions cannot be addressed in this session

Offered with Maine Community Bank, Bangor Savings Bank, Norway Savings Bank, and Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce.

Are you looking for a stable, in-demand, professional career?  Join us this spring for our seven-week bank teller training certification course.  You'll receive content-area instruction from local banking professionals, work readiness skills training, and the oportunity to participate in a mock interview.  Get the knowledge and confidence to begin a successful career within the banking industry.  Please call Jessica Trimmer at 892-1819 to be included on the interest list for this exciting training opportunity!
Scholarships are available for qualified candidates.

Part of Mastering Computer Skills for the Workplace

Bring your ideas to life and leave a lasting impression with Microsoft PowerPoint. Master the tools and techniques that turn humdrum slides into dynamic presentations that will captivate your audience. With hands-on practice and real-world examples, learn design principles and multimedia elements such as images, videos, and charts that elevate you to the next level. Acquire critical know-how to deliver your presentations with confidence and ease. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned user, you'll find new ways to work smarter, not harder. You'll leave class with in-demand skills and the ability to create professional, visually appealing presentations that will engage your audience and help you stand out. CEUs/ILUs: 1.6. Length (in hours): 16.

Part of Digital Marketing Certificate

Get the keys to making online advertising work for you and your organization. See how pay-per-click advertising with Google AdWords works. Find out how to test low budget Adword campaigns. Learn how you can target local audiences. Then discover Facebook advertising and how you can determine the demographics and even numbers of people you want to reach. No experience necessary, but if you are at an advanced level, your instructor is an online ad expert and can answer your toughest questions as well. CEUs/ILUs: 1.6. Length (in hours): 16

Enjoy a weekend with your instructor, Chris Toy, the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created. 

Escape to a Grand Victorian Inn, the Harbor View House in Prospect Harbor on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artist, cooks and creatives! All meals are included in the workshop fee plus special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops, including a private house concert by Grammy balloted sing-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordon Ward. Day students are welcome. For more information about the workshop, call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/.  This is an in-person retreat.

COVID note: For everyone’s comfort and safety we suggest doing a COVID test 24 hours prior to arrival. We will be following CDC guidelines according to location and dates.