Professional Skills

CRMAs are in high demand!This course provides standardized training for professionals working in state-certified residential care homes. State of Maine regulations, standard residential facility policies and basic anatomy and physiology are covered. Discuss medications, safe administration procedures, practice taking vital signs, transcribing physician orders and documenting procedures on the Medication Administration Record in accordance with Maine's regulations governing residential facilities. Students are required to complete a Clinical Medication Administration of three medication passes for three different residents with 100% accuracy. Full certification and medication pass awarded on successful completion with 40 hours attendance, no exceptions. Course fee is nonrefundable. Participants must be 18 or older. No high school credential or background check required. Payment plans available for qualified applicants.

Note: Full vaccination for Covid required before you can do the clinical med pass. Registration closes at noon on 1/21.

Required: Masks, distancing and proof of registration. The 2020 Nurse's Drug Handbook ISBN-13: 978-1284167900 (approx. $42, new on Amazon - or purchase a used copy from the instructor for $13), a yellow highlighter, a 1.5 inch 3-ring binder. $100 fee for medication pass payable to the instructor at the time of your scheduled test.

Note: CASAS assessment testing is highly recommended. Please contact our Saco Learning Center at 207-282-3846 or learningcenter@rsu23.org to set up a testing appointment.

Jennifer Courtois, RN, has 40 years of nursing experience, from hospital, home health, diabetes & community education and 10+ years teaching CNA, PSS & CRMA. She currently works as a consultant for an assisted living facility and full-time nurse educator.

Our community is looking for individuals who want to make a difference in a childs life. Childrens Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maines children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Disorders and their families. The need in our area is great!

As an integral part of the childs 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 training will equip you to help children who are receiving Behavior Health services and will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies.

The program can be started at any time and finished at your own pace. Complete 12 online modules then three 4-hour live sessions, including the new ethics and boundaries training. Once the modules are completed, you will receive free online blood borne pathogen and First Aid & CPR training, if you do not already possess those certifications. The entire training requirements will take about 45 hours.

Registration is ongoing until June 30, 2022. Registration is open to any individual 18 years of age or older upon completion of the course. Registrants have one year to complete the training. Upon registration, you will receive an email with your next steps to start your program from Woodfords Family Services.

Note: The $25 is a registration/admin fee only. There is no cost for this training at this time!

Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/

Jeffrey Carpenter is the Workforce Recruitment Specialist for the State of Maines OCFS through Woodfords Family Services. He is responsible for recruiting Behavior Health Professionals throughout the state by networking with high schools, vocational schools, state colleges, universities and adult education programs. He is here to help you through this opportunity by providing answers to questions and technical issues, should any arise. He is also a resource to connect you with service agencies once you have completed the training.

Acquire the critical skills needed to respond to and manage first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest until emergency medical services arrive. Learn to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid emergencies as well as adult/child/infant CPR and automated external defibrillator use. First Aid and CPR cards are good for two years and meet the requirements for child care providers. Tuition includes $18 fee for First Aid/CPR card.

Masks & distancing required.

Karl Finley, volunteer firefighter for 20+ years with Scarborough Fire Department, is an EMT/Paramedic and worked at the Saco Fire Department for 15 years. He has been the Public Education Coordinator for six years and teaching CPR for eight.

A notarys primary duty is to formally witness transactions involving paper documents and, in Maine, officiate at weddings. Prepare to be commissioned as a notary public, learn the history of the office, its powers and duties, eligibility, procedures and record-keeping. Applicants must be residents of ME or NH residents who are regularly employed or carry on a trade/business in ME. Leave with the testing and paperwork ready to submit to the State. License is approximately $50 and is valid for seven years.

Masks & distancing required.

Michael Foley, an appointed ME Notary & Dedimus Justice for 10+ years, has notarized countless documents and performed many marriage ceremonies. He has been serving his community for over 15 years in various elected & appointed positions.

This class is a continuation of the Beginning ASL class previously offered and covers more vocabulary, conversational activity, handshapes, idioms and storytelling. Join us to continue developing your understanding of sign language and the deaf community. No class 3/17. Registration closes at noon on 3/7.

Required: Signing Everyday Phrases: More Than 3,400 Signs, Revised Edition ISBN 978-0399533099 (approx. $17, Amazon).

Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/

Samantha Greenwood, born hard of hearing, received a Cochlear implant at age 7. She attended RIT/NTID and graduated from CMCC in 2017 with a Human Services degree. She is currently a student at Gallaudet University for an Elementary Teacher degree.

Start Your Own Business!

We will answer five most important questions that will come up many times in planning your business: Who are you? What will you offer? Who will be your customers and competition? What are the cost estimates? How will the customers know about you? Leave the class with resources and an action plan to get started on creating your own business.

Masks & distancing required.

Jill Braceland has been designing and delivering seminars in management and writing tools for more than 30 years. She has a reputation of offering seminars that are interactive, practical, and presented in an easy, friendly manner.