Our community is looking for individuals who want to make a difference in a child’s life. Children’s Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maine’s children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Disorders and their families. The need in our area is great!

We are excited to connect our community to this wonderful ONLINE training program. The online training will equip you to help children who are receiving Behavioral Health services. The training will prepare you for employment through local social services providers. The training can be started at any time and finished at your own pace.

You will complete 12 online modules and 12 hours of live instruction (offered virtually). An online Bloodborne Pathogens training, as well as Child & Adult First Aid & CPR training, will be made available to you, if you do not already possess those certifications. The entire training takes about 45 hours to complete. Registration is ongoing until June 30, 2022.

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

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

Instructor: Woodfords Family Services
Start Any Time/Finish At Your Own Pace
Location: Online

Adulting is tough. Money and finances can be some of the trickiest yet unavoidable parts of adulthood. Whether you’ve been Adulting for decades or are just getting started you’ll learn something new and useful in this session. The workshop will cover the basics of banking, spending plans, credit scores and useful tools and apps available to make the whole Adulting thing a little bit easier. Prior to the start of this class the instructor will send a link to join and any additional supporting materials.

Presenter: Jessica Whittier, College Access Counselor with FAME
Tuesday, 12/6, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: Virtual/Zoom 
Fee: Free

CPR class includes: adult, child and infant CPR and AED use, adult, child and infant choking, and how and when to call emergency services. The course cost includes use of the manikins, DVD, certified instructor, practical components, and a certificate of completion. The video portion has been shortened, and the practical time has been increased to ensure everyone has enough time to gain confidence in their skills. This class is taught to the standards established by the American Heart Association.The workbook is not included with this class.

Only one section is needed for your certification. Upon successful completion of your class your certificate will be sent to you within 5 business days.


*If you would like a workbook, please indicate on your registration form. Cost of the book is $10.

Instructor: Charissa Kerr
Section 1: Wednesday,10/19, 6:00 – 9:00 PM 
Section 2: Monday, 11/14, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Section 3: Thursday, 12/8, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: WHS - Katahdin Classroom 1
Fee: $54 per section

This course provides a framework for learning basic skills that may save a life or prevent further injury. You will learn first aid basics, CPR for adults, children, and infants, AED use, and emergency opioid aid. The course includes classroom instruction and practice as well as a return demonstration of skills. There is a pass/fail component to the demonstration of skills learned in the class. The class is 8 hours in length.

For more information, course pre-requisites, and to be added to the interest list, call 207-647-5138, email adulted@lakeregionschools.org or go to
https://lakeregion-fryeburg.coursestorm.com/ 

Instructor: Susan J. Robbins, MSN, RN
Saturday, 12/10, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $55

This is an American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Course targeted for the healthcare field audience. The course provides the foundation for saving lives from cardiac arrest. It teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills in both the prehospital and in facility environments with a focuson high quality CPR and team dynamics. This is an 8-hour course.

For more information, course pre-requisites, and to be added to the interest list, call 207-647-5138, email adulted@lakeregionschools.org or go to
https://lakeregion-fryeburg.coursestorm.com/ 

Instructor: Susan J. Robbins, MSN, RN
Saturday, 12/17, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $55

Are you interested in computer technology and an IT career?  If you've ever wanted to earn a certification to document your technology skills and knowledge, there's no time like the present.  We are pleased to be offering two course that will prepare you for testing as a computer support specialist.  Successful completion of IC3 and the CompTIA course will prepare you to test for Computer Support Specialist certification.

This valuable industry recognized micro-credential certification is a 3-part process.  Students complet IC3 level and CompTIA/A+ certification, along with a 20-hour internship after passing the exams for each section.

• IC3 Digital Literacy Certification
  IC3 (Internet Core Competency Certification) Digital Literacy Certification is a global benchmark for basic computer foundational skills, including operationg systems, hardware, networks, and Microsoft Office tools.  The IC3 certification tests concepts and skills that apply to almost any school or career pathway.  This five week blended learning class (two hours live, three hours remote/virtual).  IC3 required testing is included in this free course.  Taught by an IT specialist and current Lake Region Vocational Center instructor, David Rathbone, successful completion of this course will be the foundation for the subsequent CompTIA course that is requiered for certification.
  
  
• CompTIA/A+IT Microcredential Training
  Part 1: Introduction to PC Repair, 8-week session
  Part 2: Advanced PC Repair, 8-week session

*There will be an information session in September for interested students.  To register for information night and get more information on this course, please contact Lake Regions Adult Education at 207-647-5138, email adulted@lakeregionschools.org , or go to https://lakeregion-fryeburg.coursestorm.com/ .  Class size is limited.