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Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) Certification Training

with Woodfords Family Services

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Our community needs individuals who want to make a difference in a child's life.

Maine Children with intellectual challenges, autism, and mental health disorders, as well as their families, depend on Children's Behavioral Health Services, and there is a huge need in our area! A Certified Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) is an essential member of a child's treatment team and has the chance to have an instant influence while assisting children in reaching their full potential.

We are thrilled to provide this fantastic Blended training to our community. You will be equipped to work with children who need services while preparing yourself for employment with local social service agencies and/or school programs. Start whenever you choose, and go at your own pace. You have 6 months from your registration day to complete the course.

You will complete 12 online modules, then participate in two Live sessions: BHP Live Day (8-9 hours offered in-person or virtually) and Ethical Considerations (2.5 hours offered virtually). You will also receive a stipend to obtain Child & Adult First Aid/CPR certification and free online training in blood-borne pathogens. Our free remote training program can get you certified and started in a career that will change your life in just 40 hours.

Required: Must be a Maine resident and at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent to become certified. The state also requires that you take an inperson cpr/first aid class.. The cost of up to $100 will be reimbursed once you have completed the American Red Cross or American Heart Saver Course. Woodfords CPR/FA classes in Westbrook, Manchester and Brewer are free for all workforce learners.

Jeffrey Carpenter, Workforce Recruitment Specialist for the State of Maine's Office of Child and Family Services through Woodfords Family Services, is here to help you through this learning opportunity by providing answers to questions and assistance with technical issues, should any arise. He is also a resource to connect you with service agencies once you have completed the training.

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Healthy Kids: Child Care Provider Toolkit 1.14.25

with Healthy Kids

Jan

14

January 14th to 28th, 2025

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This Zoom series provides training on four essential topics for providers who work with parents/caregivers of infants and/or young children: Mandated Reporting: For providers requiring Mandated Reporter Training by the State of Maine. Upon successful completion of the training, the Mandated Reporter Certificate is granted by the Maine Office of Child and Family Services. Infant Safe Sleep: Topics covered include the ABCDs of safe sleep, Maine data, common myths and FAQs and how to support parents/caregivers. Period of PURPLE crying: The Period of PURPLE Crying is an initiative to avoid abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) by educating parents and providers on the normal developmental phase of increased crying in early infancy, action steps, and understanding why shaking a baby is dangerous. Protective Factors: The Protective Factors Framework is a set of strengths-based ideas used to guide programs, services, supports and interventions aimed at preventing child maltreatment and promoting healthy outcomes.

Healthy Kids: Front Porch Project 9.18.24

with Healthy Kids

Sep

18

September 18th, 2024

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The Front Porch Project ® is a community initiative based on the belief that everyone can - and should - play a role in preventing child abuse. It is supported by research focusing on how adults learn and make decisions to act on behalf of children and was developed by the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance.

This webinar is open to everyone and teaches you how to: * Foster the idea that it's okay to ask for and receive help in stressful times. * Empower yourself to feel confident in offering support. * Increase your awareness of the importance of prevention in helping to protect children and support families. * Identify and develop comfort with a range of parenting approaches. * Identify when and how to get involved in situations involving a child. * Think of possible responses, interventions, and problem-solving strategies. * Identify "roadblocks" to stepping in and find safe ways around them. * Increase your comfort level with stepping into those situations. * Understand the impact that culture, gender, and socioeconomic status can have on parenting and on actions you might take on behalf of children. Reach out to others in your community to support children and families.

Healthy Kids: Front Porch Project 10.17.24

with Healthy Kids

Oct

17

October 17th, 2024

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The Front Porch Project ® is a community initiative based on the belief that everyone can - and should - play a role in preventing child abuse. It is supported by research focusing on how adults learn and make decisions to act on behalf of children and was developed by the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance. This webinar is open to everyone and teaches you how to: * Foster the idea that it's okay to ask for and receive help in stressful times. * Empower yourself to feel confident in offering support. * Increase your awareness of the importance of prevention in helping to protect children and support families. * Identify and develop comfort with a range of parenting approaches. * Identify when and how to get involved in situations involving a child. * Think of possible responses, interventions, and problem-solving strategies. * Identify "roadblocks" to stepping in and find safe ways around them. * Increase your comfort level with stepping into those situations. * Understand the impact that culture, gender, and socioeconomic status can have on parenting and on actions you might take on behalf of children. Reach out to others in your community to support children and families.

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CNA Apprenticeship – Oct 2024

with Jennifer McIntire

Oct

15

October 15th to December 6th, 2024

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CLC Adult Education and LincolnHealth co-sponsor a FREE 130-hour minimum Certified Nursing Assistant training course. This CNA program is open to all adults by application only. Successful graduates are eligible to work in many areas of the healthcare field. The course is open to all adults by application and interview process. Applications are now available. You may call LincolnHealth Education (563-4540) to have an application packet sent to you. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED/HiSET in order to be considered for the course.

*** Maine Health CNA Paid Apprenticeship Program *** (Subject to availability) Earn while you Learn Maine Health and Adult Education throughout the midcoast region are offering an “Earn while you Learn” opportunity. Through a paid apprentice program, you can earn money for your CNA training with an expected commitment to work in a care setting for 12 months. Apprenticeship candidates are eligible for benefits including health insurance.

An application and interview are required to be considered for this program. A limited number of applicants are accepted. To receive an application or more information please call Lincoln Health Education at 563-4540.

Coast Guard Captain License Course

with John Coffin

Sep

18

September 18th to November 8th, 2024

$1,060 More Info

USCG Approved Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel “Blended Course” The course qualifies students for a Coast Guard license to operate vessels carrying up to six passengers for hire (OUPV). The fee includes access to the Blended OUPV Course using Captain School Key West’s Learning Management System, charts, navigation tools, and the USCG-approved and accepted test.

No online registration. Please mail registration with payment. Online sessions start on September 18, 2024, and run through November 8, 2024. Students’ progress will be monitored online by the instructor, and students will have assignments to complete. During this time, there will be online mentoring and coaching using Zoom, on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

Once online requirements are complete, 16 hours of in-person classroom sessions will be followed by U.S. Coast Guard-approved and required examinations, all in Maine. Please NOTE This course is a mix of online and in-person classes. In-person classes will be held at Merrymeeting Adult Education, 35 Republic Ave, Topsham, ME

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