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AMP Dental Assisting (Feb)

with Academy of Medical Professions

$3,200 More Info

This is a 12-week Certificate program in Dental Assisting, one of the most high-demand careers. The program is designed to teach all aspects of dental assisting and provide you with the skills you need to work in this field and pass a national certificate exam. This program is taught by a dentist and includes Dental Assisting Certification, and an opportunity for internships. We now offer an option for lab days, please ask for more details!

The price of the course 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. Payment plans are available. The classroom hours are live online with options for lab days in a dental office based on student's location and availability. This course is also available asynchronosly online and you can start anytime.

Please feel free to download this information sheet about the Academy of Medical Professions Medical Dental Assistant Program, stop by our center in Ellsworth to pick one up, or request that one be mailed to you. It will answer many questions you might have. Don't hesitate to reach out to the Academy of Medical Professions directly after reviewing the information package linked above. Please go to their website for their phone number and to explore all their course offerings.

Ellsworth Adult & Community Education is here to ensure your readiness and success by providing logistical, academic, and social emotional support during this online and in-person experience. We will help you through the enrollment process, provide local support during the course and offer the certification exam locally. Our services are available at no cost to you. If you'd like to schedule an individual appointment with one of our career advisors to learn more, please call 207.664.7110 or email adultedinfo@ellsworthschools.org to schedule a phone, ZOOM or in-person appointment.

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College Prep English

with Emily Nash

Price not available More Info

This course is designed to help adults improve their writing, proofreading, editing, and revising to prepare for the general expectations of college English and college writing. We will 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. We will learn to write different types of essays, to properly format them, to cite sources, and to avoid plagiarism. Learning to proofread for punctuation, usage, content, and support will be emphasized. This is an in-person class with asynchronous work on Schoology, a learning management platform.

Contact our program to make an appointment with an advisor to enroll in this class

Emily Nash brings many years of experience teaching adult education and has strong skills in designing curriculum to meet the real needs of students. She’s respectful and sensitive to the needs of adult learners and is always a good listening ear. She loves to read, and between stints as an adult education teacher, she is a seasonal professional landscaper. Emily is a student advisor, and teaches English, HiSET prep and Multilingual Learners.

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Homemade Salad Dressings-Dress Up Your Dressings for Summer

with Annie Sargent

Mar

March 31st, 2025

Price not available More Info

We have cookie swaps, but how about going healthy and sharing ideas about how to dress up a salad? Let's learn from each other about creating dressings that will make you and your loved ones look forward to eating healthy greens and vegetables!

Whether you're new to homemade salad dressings or just love to share cooking ideas, this workshop is for you. Annie Sargent will bring some of her favorite recipes and tips, and we hope if you have some favorites you will do the same. This is an in-person class.

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Zumba Gold is Bold! (Mar)

with Lisa Elliot

Mar

March 31st to May 5th, 2025

$45 More Info

Zumba Gold is Bold! is designed for all ages - for those new to Zumba, for those who have had an injury, or those who love Zumba, but would like a modified version. Zumba Gold runs for 45 minutes, unlike Zumba that runs for an hour. There is verbal cuing as well as non-verbal cues. The music is the same great, fun, upbeat music. You will sweat and you will receive the many benefits of dancing. The only change is the movements will be less stressful on your joints and your body. It’s a class where you are exercising, but having fun doing it!!

Lisa Elliot has been a licensed Zumba and Zumba Gold instructor since 2015. Her specialty is Zumba Gold. She thoroughly enjoys getting to know those that come to her classes and seeing them have fun and getting the health benefits of dancing!

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Quickbooks: Basic Accounting Principles & Quickbooks Online (Apr)

with Val Landry

Apr

April 1st to 15th, 2025

$89 More Info

During these three sessions, you will learn basic accounting principles and how to apply them to setting up QuickBooks Online for a small business or organization. This is a live, online class using ZOOM.

Your instructor will assist you in accessing a free year long subscription to Quickbooks Online.
When you register for the class you'll receive a link to a survey. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey so the instructor can tailor the course for individual learners.

The design of the course is that you'll attend the class and also do 2-3 hours of work with the software between sessions which greatly enhances your learning.

You will receive a link to a brief pre-assessment with your email receipt. This will assist the instructor in meeting your goals for the class.

Val is a lifelong business educator and academic advisor focused on helping enrich and enhance students' educational and life purposes. He is experienced in college management and as an adult educator having taught at Mid-State College and Kennebec Valley Community College. His teaching experience covers over 45 years in the areas of computer applications, accounting, and Quickbooks training workshops.

Spring Into College Savings: The Alfond Grant and Maine’s College Savings Program

with FAME Team

Apr

April 2nd, 2025

Price not available More Info

Joining us is College Savings Superstar Alfond Foundation member, Caroline Palmatier. Maine families have access to two valuable programs to assist with saving and paying for education after high school: the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine’s College Savings program. While these initiatives offer great benefits, understanding each of their features can sometimes be challenging. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or student, this session will provide you with information to make the most of these valuable resources. Join us to improve your understanding and take steps towards a successful educational future! This is a live, online class using ZOOM.