CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

Contact Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846, learningcenter@rsu23.org

CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

Contact Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846, learningcenter@rsu23.org

CRMAs are in high demand!

Receive 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 per Maine's regulations governing residential facilities. In addition, students must 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 of attendance, no exceptions. Participants must be 18 or older. High school credentials and background checks are not required. However, a reading/comprehension level of English at a 10th grade or better level is required. Handbook included. Course fee is nonrefundable. Payment plans available for qualified applicants. Bring a 1.5-inch 3-ring binder. $125-$150 fee for medication pass payable to the instructor at your scheduled test.

Prerequisite: CASAS testing, with a score of 240 or better, is required to complete enrollment. No exceptions. Appointments available at our Saco Learning Center on Tuesday, 10/2, 11 AM or Thursday, 10/10, 2 PM. Please let us know at registration which date/time will work best for you.

To register, call 934-7922.

For questions about the program, please email the instructor at jennifercourtois@myfairpoint.net

Jennifer Courtois, RN, has 40 years of nursing experience in hospital, home health, diabetes & community education, and 10+ years teaching CNA, PSS & CRMA in both the classroom & clinical areas. In addition, she works as a consultant for an assisted living facility and as a full-time nurse educator.

Register for your private one-hour appointment! Topics include social media, email and attachments, music apps, Microsoft Office, the internet, or saving, sending, and editing photographs. Get tips on backing up your work and virus prevention programs. Bring your laptop or use one of ours.

Jeanne Cassidy, MA, CPCM, PMP, has worked with computers for 30+ years in the military and aerospace industries. She enjoys sharing her extensive experience with people who want to become more familiar with existing technology.

Register for your private one-hour appointment! Topics include social media, email and attachments, music apps, Microsoft Office, the internet, or saving, sending, and editing photographs. Get tips on backing up your work and virus prevention programs. Bring your laptop or use one of ours.

Jeanne Cassidy, MA, CPCM, PMP, has worked with computers for 30+ years in the military and aerospace industries. She enjoys sharing her extensive experience with people who want to become more familiar with existing technology.

The main responsibility of a notary is to formally witness transactions involving paper documents and, in Maine, to perform marriage ceremonies. Study the office's history as well as its responsibilities, qualifications and record-keeping requirements. You must live in ME or be a NH resident regularly employed or with a business/trade in Maine. Leave with the test completed and a plan in place for turning in your paperwork. A notary license is $50 and valid for seven years.

Bethany Mulkern has been a notary public since May 2019 and has performed various notarial duties, including weddings. As a result, she is well-versed in all aspects of the role of a notary public and has a great deal of enthusiasm about the subject matter, which she's excited to share with her students!

Register for your private one-hour appointment! Topics include social media, email and attachments, music apps, Microsoft Office, the internet, or saving, sending, and editing photographs. Get tips on backing up your work and virus prevention programs. Bring your laptop or use one of ours.

Jeanne Cassidy, MA, CPCM, PMP, has worked with computers for 30+ years in the military and aerospace industries. She enjoys sharing her extensive experience with people who want to become more familiar with existing technology.

Regular sauna use can have positive effects on both physical and mental health! Discuss the history and health benefits of saunas. Learn regional cultural customs, sauna etiquette, the building process including information on expense, sourcing materials from local businesses, and how to design, build and maintain a sauna that meets your needs. Students will have a chance to check out a portable sauna tent!

Richard and Karen Gadbois of Driftless Sauna, LLC in Saco rent mobile and portable sauna tents and sell freestanding handcrafted wood-fired saunas in an effort to provide the community with a real sauna experience.