Certificate Program

By clicking "Register", you are submitting your information for us to get in touch with you to go over the program details and set you up for this training offered by the Academy of Medical Professions.  One of Ellsworth Adult Education's student advisors will discuss financial assistance that's available and how we can help you succeed in the training program. 

Medical transcription is a desired field for most people trying to work at home.  Strong typing, computer, and English grammar skills are essential. Medical terminology, formats, rules and regulations, jobs, calculation of pay, confidentiality, FTP, tricks of the trade, all equipment, reference books, and course books are provided with the course fee.

Classes are once a week for 16-weeks, with a completion of 16 weeks to 6 month options. This is a State Certified Program and you will receive a Certificate of Completion and Letter of Recommendation upon graduation.  Resumes obtaining a job are also covered in this program.

Course includes medical terminology, Anatomy & Physiology and transcription. The cost of the course is $2650, and includes everything for the course and the field.  Online Course/Open Enrollment.

Please feel free to download this information sheet about the  Academy of Medical Professions Medical Transcription Programs.  You will discuss this at the information session. 

Looking for meaningful work?  Our community needs 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, and the need Downeast is great!

As an integral part of the child’s treatment team, 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.

We are excited to connect the Ellsworth area with this wonderful ONLINE training and certificate program. This training will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies and equip you to work with children who qualify for services. The program can be started at any time and finished at your own pace.

You will complete 12 online modules, then three 4-hour live (in-person or virtual) sessions. Once the modules are completed, you will receive free online blood borne pathogen training and Child and Adult First Aid & CPR certification. In just 40 hours, our free remote training program can get you certified and on your way to a life-changing profession. 

You must be a Maine resident and at least 18 years old, with a high school diploma (or equivalent) to become certified.

If you're interested, register here AND call Ellsworth Adult Education at 207.664.7110 to schedule a enrollment interview and assessment.  We will support you as you make your way to a new career!

This is an online class; ongoing enrollment.