Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you. You'll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, as well as how to analyze and record financial transactions. You'll get hands-on experience with handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities. We'll cover all the bases, from writing checks to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end of each fiscal period. Whether you're a sole proprietor looking to manage your business finances or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics for career advancement or for personal use, this course will give you a solid foundation in financial matters.

To register or for more details visit:

https://www.ed2go.com/kae/online-courses/accounting-fundamentals?tab=detail

Overview of basic estate planning, including Revocable and Irrevocable trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, and a discussion of the probate process and how to avoid it. Kathryn Bedell is a law partner at Ballou & Bedell in York. Her practice focuses on Wills, Trusts, Estates and Asset Preservation.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., 1 session

Course Fee: $5

An evening of exposure to the opportunities and connections for Artist in the Art/Craft world. We will discuss how to market your product and take you through the jurying process. You may bring a sample of your work but not required. Class will meet at Just US Chickens, 156 State Rd., Kittery, Maine.

Tuesday, Sept. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1 session

Course Fee: $5

Life insurance and annuities are valuable planning tools at every stage of life, but can be confusing. In this class, we’ll discuss the different kinds of life insurance and annuity products, what they’re designed to do, what to look for, and what to avoid. Kerry is an insurance professional with 25years’ experience in long term care planning.

Tuesday, Sept. 25, 6:30-8 p.m., 1 session

Course Fee: $5

Whether you're a small business owner or an accountant in need of a QuickBooks refresher, this series of courses will teach you the skills you need to navigate the latest version of the software like a pro.

These courses cover everything from creating statements to more advanced functions, including batch invoicing and report generation. And, when you purchase both courses together, you can get them at a discounted rate!

To register or for more details visit:

https://www.ed2go.com/kae/online-courses/online-courses-quickbooks-2016?tab=overview