Courses

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English for Life & Work

with Emily Nash

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This course is designed to help adults improve their reading, writing, proofreading, editing, and revising to prepare for standardized exams. We cover the basics of grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, paragraph development, and will eventually write effective essays with clear ideas, smooth transitions, and logical support. We will practice planning, research, prewriting, and organizing our writing. Learning to proofread for punctuation, usage, content, and support will be emphasized. This class is an in-person class; ongoing enrollment.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

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English Essentials

with Emily Nash

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If you want to practice strategies for reading and writing in a safe, friendly environment, this is the course for you.

Reading and writing are complex. The teacher will share the skills necessary to understand what you read, and to build your vocabulary and your confidence with writing. Using articles, books, vocabulary exercises and online computer applications, increase your ability to read, write, remember, and feel confident in the world. This is an in-person class; ongoing enrollment.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

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Computer Cafe

with Vanessa Richards

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This class is a computer lab designed to offer a space for people to access computer support from an experienced teacher, compassionate volunteers and fellow participants. You will be given instruction, as well as support, in accessing information for learning new skills on your own.

This is a 12-week lab. You purchase a punch card for 6 sessions and you come at a mutually agreeable time. Punch cards can be renewed. Students enrolled in our academic programs receive a fee waiver for this session.

Unfortunately, you’ll have to bring your own coffee!

This is an in-person lab; ongoing enrollment.

No class 10/11/21.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

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English Language Learning – Intermediate/Advanced

with Robin Lovrien

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English language learners can further improve their vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, fluency, listening, and speaking, and work on reading skills in real world situations.

You may choose from the following topics: reading, writing, and communication skills for college or the workplace; computer skills (basic computer skills, internet, email, Word, Excel,etc.); resume-writing, job search/applications, and citizenship test prep. This is an in-person class; ongoing enrollment.

No class on 10/11/2021.

If this schedule does not work for you, tutors are available to work with you during daytime and evening hours.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

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English Language Conversation for Beginners

with Robin Lovrien

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This class is for English language learners who want to improve basic speaking and listening skills. We will work on vocabulary, pronunciation, comprehension, and conversation. Classes will include field trips to practice English in community settings. This is an in-person class; ongoing enrollment.

No class 10/11/21.

If this schedule does not work for you tutors, are available to work with you during daytime and evening hours.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

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AMP Clinical Medical Assistant

with Academy of Medical Professions

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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 Assistants are responsible for a variety of medical office tasks from administrative to technical, and scientific duties, and must have quality human relations skills.

Some of the job duties include cleaning and dressing wounds, taking blood samples, administering medications, taking vitals, preparing a patient for EKGs, obtaining a patient's history, and assisting physicians during examinations.

This Academy of Medical Professions program provides virtual reality style classroom work, as well as traditional style teaching for a blended learning experience. Practicals are performed during the program to ensure that the student has proper techniques and will be ready to pass the National Certification. Upon completion of the program, you will sit for your CCMA (Clinical Certified Medical Assistant) national certification exams through NHA.

This is a 16-week certification course. The cost of the course is $3200 and includes national certification, 6 practice exams, online study guide materials, books, resume assistance, and all other associated fees. Externships may be available in your area. This is a live online course.

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

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