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Career Training/Education

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Q: Where can I get career training in Greater Franklin County?

MSAD #9 Adult Ed: Phone: (207) 778-3460, 108 Fairbanks Rd., Farmington, Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm; Friday, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm. GED by appointment. There are some evening classes available for individual and computer instruction. Contact: Ray Therrien.

MSAD #36 Adult Ed: Phone: (207) 897-6384, 9 Cedar St., Livermore Falls, Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 9:00 pm; Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. ITV hours from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm. Contact: Matthew Patrick.

MSAD #58 Adult Ed: Phone: (207) 678-2701 ext. 226, RR1 Box 760, Strong, Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm; Friday, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm. GED by appointment. There are some evening classes available for individual and computer instruction. Contact: Gary Perlson.

Rangeley Adult Ed: Phone: (207) 864-3311, PO Box 97, Loon Lake Rd., Rangeley. Contact: Timothy Straub, Director.

Jobs for Maine Graduates: This is a program to assist Maine’s youth to be ready for continued education, careers and citizenship so they can be active contributors to the state’s social and economic future. JMG guides them in the right direction. Contact: Cal Dorman,

778-3562, dormanc@msad9.org.

Franklin County Community College Network: College courses are now offered in Franklin County at various locations including Mt. Abram High School in Salem, Foster Technology Center in Farmington and at MSAD #9 Adult Learning Center in Farmington.

To register for classes call 800-891-2002 ext 292 or contact Gary Perlson, SAD #58 Adult Ed at (207) 678-2455; Betty Gensel (207) 491-2752; Ray Therrien, MSAD #9 Adult & Community Ed at (207) 778-3460 or Glenn Kapiloff, Foster Technology Center at (207) 778-3562. For information contact Scott Knapp, President, CMMC, (207) 755-5230 or sknapp@cmcc.edu.

College courses are offered through an agreement with Central Maine Community College in Auburn.

Women’s Business Center: The Women’s Business Center (WBC) at CEI offers counseling and training in a full range of business issues to new and existing women and men business owners throughout Maine. WBC staff are responsive and knowledgeable and understand the opportunities and obstacles faced by business owners. The WBC helps build business skills by providing access to timely, accurate, tailored information within a setting that respects each person's experience, management skills and learning style. WBC services can be accessed by anyone who owns or is interested in starting a business in Maine. Opportunities for networking, peer support and mentoring are also available. 107 Church Street, Farmington. (207) 778-6529

Women, Work, and Community: Women, Work and Community is a non-profit agency that works with women and men to support, guide, and provide the tools needed to take the next steps toward a more promising future. Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30

Phone: (207) 778-2757 or 1-800-442-2092, 108 Perham St., Suite A, Farmington. janetsmith@maine.edu

WorkReady: The Program is a 60-hour, no cost program that helps people attain those foundational skills that employers look for. Endorsed by local businesses, the WorkReady Credential will help separate a person from the rest of the job seekers competing for the same job. For more information, contact the CareerCenter at 645-5800 or Franklin County Adult Program at 778-3460 or MSAD#58 Adult Education Program at 678-2455.

Opportunity Center: The Opportunity Center of Northern Franklin County is a grassroots effort focusing on the economic and educational enrichment of the community. A non-profit organization, the center aims to promote partnerships with business as well as education and to serve as the catalyst to create sustainable economic opportunities. Volunteer time and your skills to help the Opportunity Center.

Phone: Bill Crandall at (207) 778-9023 (evenings ) or 639-5000, P.O. Box 454, Phillips.

Foster Regional Applied Technology Center: The Foster Regional Applied Technology Center is part of Mt. Blue High School. It provides technical classes to high school students all over Greater Franklin County. Foster Regional Applied Technology Center offers programs such as: Automotive technology, Building construction, Commercial art, Computer technology, Culinary arts, Forestry, Welding, CNA, and Firefighting.

Phone: (207) 778-3562, 129 Seamon Rd., Farmington. Contact: Glenn Kapiloff, Director.

CareerCenter: The CareerCenter is the place to start when you’re looking for your first job, your next job, a better job - or a whole new career. It’s also the place to find information on training and education. Employment and training services include career information center, career assessment, aptitude testing and exploration, employment competency training, interview skill building, summer youth employment and training, employer services, on-the-job training, work experience and resume writing.

Phone: (207) 645-5800 or 1-800-982-4311, 865 US Rt. 2, Wilton.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5 p.m.

Vocational Rehab Program: The Program assists individuals with disabilities that prevent them from getting or keeping a job, and need Vocational Rehabilitation services to find or keep a job. Eligibility must be determined in 60 days, but it is usually done in a much shorter period of time. To apply for Vocational Rehabilitation, call the Wilton Career Center. A VR counselor will contact you for an initial appointment. The counselor will explain the program and learn more about you and your goals. It does not cost anything to apply for services.

Phone: (207) 645-5800 or 1-800-982-4311, 865 US Rt. 2, Wilton.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5 p.m.