In this course, students will learn to use mathematics effectively as a tool in their personal and business lives. This includes the math behind personal finance: creating a budget, effectively managing money, career and financial goals, establishing good credit, and saving for the future. We will also learn the fundamentals of taxes, estate planning and insurance.  On the business side, we will learn about different types of business opportunities, identifying sources of funding, financial accounting and planning for growth.

This course is FREE to registered Maine Adult Education diploma students. Instruction will take place in person and on line.

FREE Behavior Health Professional Certification Training

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. And the need in our area 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 our community to this wonderful FREE ONLINE training program.

The online training will equip you to help children who are receiving Behavior Health services. The training will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies. The program can be started at any time and finished at your own pace. You will complete 12 online modules then 3 4-hour live sessions, including the new ethics and boundaries training. 

Once the modules are completed, you will receive free online blood borne pathogen training and virtual First Aid & CPR training if you do not already possess those certifications. The entire training requirements will take about 45 hours. Any individual who will be 18 years of age or older upon completion of course may register.

Linda Greer, the Director of Marshwood and Kittery Adult Education will advise and support students on their training journey. Linda has expertise in the BHP field.

This online math course integrates mathematics, specifically algebra with many other areas of study, including history, biology, and geography. You will develop a rich understanding of math while you study algebra right here in a relaxed and supportive learning environment. Its emphasis on practical math applications of your new-found algebraic skills will help you learn math reasoning in a real-world context. As a result, you will acquire a wide variety of basic math skills that will help you find solutions to almost any math problem.

Kittery Adult Education & Ed2go are partnering to offer our community members course opportunities for career preparation in Water and Waste Water Treatment Management, Medical Careers, Vet. Tech., and more.

To register for this class click this link: Introduction to Algebra

Rise Up Retail Credential

These 3 retail certifications designed by the National Retail Federation are offered in a blended learning format using an online platform as well as local adult education instructors and retail professionals. You can take one certification class or all three. Please check with us to see if you may be eligible for scholarships and special funding programs to assist with or cover the course fees and test fees.

Retail Industry Fundamentals Credential

Gain workplace readiness and customer service skills that are transferable within any industry. Learning objectives include understanding the retail cycle, learning customer service, sales and operations basics, developing simple math skills, being professional, and exploring careers.

Customer Service & Sales

This credential solidifies excellent customer service and prepares learners to shine in the workplace. Participants develop problem-solving skills that help them meet customer needs, become valuable workplace teammates, and achieve career goals.

Business of Retail: Operations & Profit 

Learners will understand the positive impact that retail has on the global economy and be better prepared to run a retail business. Using an engaging curriculum with realistic business scenarios students will gain knowledge of marketing, merchandising, and calculating profit.  Participants develop a growth mindset to set and achieve career goals.

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