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Evening Indoor Walking Program
with Thomas Nash

Are you looking for a dry, safe, and well-lit place to walk? Join us for a healthy way to keep fit. A walking clinic will kick off the program providing information on techniques, proper stretching, goal setting, and record keeping. Info night for new participants is Monday, 1/6 from 5:30-6:30 pm in the high school cafeteria. No need to attend if you have previously participated in the walking program. Families are welcome to walk from 3:00-8:00 pm after the intro night. The nominal fee covers the entire semester! Kids are free.
*Please note: No walking available on the following dates: Monday 1/20, 2/17 - 2/21, and 4/21 - 4/25*
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Reiki I
with Kate Green

Reiki is a Japanese method of energy work that reduces stress, increases relaxation, and promotes healing. It is believed that the free and balanced flow of Ki (energy) through our chakras and meridians is the cause of health. When these channels are blocked, disease and illness occurs. Reiki helps bring the flow of energy back into balance. In a Reiki I Attunement you will learn the history of Reiki, how to perform a service, and self-care. Course fee includes manual. Specify session when registering.
Trail-Wise (Hiking 101 and 102)
with Brad Rounds

Start from ground zero or learn more about hiking as well as a bit about off-track XC skiing and snowshoeing. Gain more comfort in the Maine woods. Maine has literally thousands of miles of publicly-accessible trails. Info on all four seasons. Topics include methods of hiking, reducing risk, tools of the trade, clothing, trail marking, trail guides, weather, getting lost, stream crossings and more.
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CPR
with Charissa Kerr

Learn about adult, child and infant CPR and AED use, adult, child and infant choking, and how and when to call emergency services. Course includes use of manikins, video, certified instruction, practical components, and a certificate of completion. Practical time has been increased to ensure you have enough time to gain confidence in your skills. Optional workbook is available for $10 (cash please) from instructor at class.
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First Aid
with Charissa Kerr

The First Aid class includes: medical emergencies, bleeding that you can see, bleeding you cannot see, treating for shock, and how and when to call emergency services. The course cost includes a blend of powerpoint and video, instructor and practical components, and a certificate of completion. Optional workbook is available for $10 (cash please) from instructor at class.
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Maine Boating Safety
with Brad Rounds

Participation in a boating education course will teach how to properly operate and maintain a boat. The Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife course is approved by NASBLA. Passage of a final exam is required. The course covers proper operation and safety (boat handling, equipment, trailering), laws, emergencies and cold-water survival, self-help first aid, and environment/ethics. You must attend the entire course, both Tuesday and Thursday to receive your certificate.
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Phlebotomy Certificate (Free Info)
with Academy of Medical Professions

Become Nationally Certified in 10 weeks! Prepare with live Zoom classes and in-person skills labs. Perform basic phlebotomy venipuncture procedures, answer patient questions, perform basic testing, such as blood glucose levels, prepare blood, urine, and other body fluid specimens for testing.
$3200 includes Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification through NHA, books, resume, and job assistance. *Labs may not be available at all locations.
You are registering for a FREE appointment with WRAE's Career Counselor, Jessica Trimmer. She will connect you with AMP.
Dental Assisting (Free Info)
with Academy of Medical Professions

Explore all aspects of dental assisting and gain skills needed to work in this field and pass a national certificate exam. This program is taught by a dentist and includes an opportunity for internships.
The price of the course ($3200) includes all books, exam preparation materials and fees for the DANB RHS® certificate program. Upon passing the DANB RHS®, you will receive a certificate of knowledge based on competency for that component from DANB.
You are registering for a FREE information session with WRAE's Career Counselor Jessica Trimmer who will connect you with AMP.
There is a structured class or a fully online class (start anytime).