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Sanford Community Adult Education



Our Classes

Windowsill Herb Garden

$25

with Elizabeth Goody

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 28, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Learn about growing your own herbs and how to harvest, store, and use.

Materials fee: $5 payable to the instructor at time of class.

Will cover pots, soil, seeds.

Herb plants will be available for purchase if you are interested.

Beth Goody

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, Basic Core Movements

$65

with Dennis Fallo

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

Experience Sun Style Tai Chi in this easy and enjoyable beginner's program designed by Dr. Paul Lam.  Improve balance, and focus, fall prevention, health, and wellness.  The program is approved by the Arthritis Foundation, the CDC, as well as other organizations.  Please wear loose clothing and flat-bottom footwear suitable for exercise.  Instructor Dennis Fallo is a certified instructor through the Tai Chi for Health Institute founded by Dr. Paul Lam, M.D.  For beginners 55+

American Sign Language Part II

$72

with Kandyleigh Provencher

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class will be held onsite only.

ASL Two is a continuation of ASL One. You will learn more vocabulary in sentence structure with added nouns and verbs for travel, animals, home environment, and school environment to name a few.   Not required but an ASL dictionary is helpful. All vocabulary and assignments/activities will be handed out in each class. 

Scrapbooking Made Simple

$65

with Stacy Irish

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
4 additional sessions through May 27, 2025

Each week will be a different project.

We will be designing 3 quick 2-page scrapbook spreads using wonderfully coordinated kits from Stampin up! Everything needed for the pages will be provided. 

Please bring the following items:

       Paper trimmer and small scissors.

 

Students will be able to purchase adhesive for $5.

Crochet Basics

$72

with Jamie Boucher Simpkins

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

All levels of ability are welcome!

Ideal for beginning or rusty crocheters. 

Bring a ball of yarn and a crochet hook and I'll show you how!  You'll also learn about the tools of the trade, a bit of crochet history, and how to start reading patterns.  When you're done, you'll know the five stitches most commonly used.

We also offer one-night classes as well if you need just to brush up.

Come and join and have some fun! 

Crochet Basics - One Night

$15

with Jamie Boucher Simpkins

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week
5 additional sessions through Jun 3, 2025

All levels of ability are welcome!

Ideal for beginning or rusty crocheters. 

If you have a project that's stumped you or you're just looking for a place to hang for the night with a hook, welcome. 

If you're looking to learn but can't commit to a schedule this is also a great option.  

Bring a hook to fit your yarn and let's have some fun!

Dental Assisting with RHS National Competency (SELF-PACED)

Free

with Academy of Medical Professions

Calendar Next available session starts May 1, 2025 , runs for 12 weeks

There is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class.  If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $3,425.

This is an online course.  This class can be taken anytime, anywhere.  All classes are pre-recorded for you to take at your own pace.  You still have instructor support for this self-paced class.

Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for this course.  However, once registered, there is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class.  This registration doesn't secure your spot in the class.  Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to Academy Medical Professions.  Payments go directly to Academy Medical Professions.  They offer multiple payment methods.

After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to Academy Medical Professions.  Once you have filled out the paperwork and the requested information, the Academy of Medical Professions will contact you to complete your registration process.

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This 12-week all-inclusive Certificate Program in Dental Assisting is one of the most high-demand careers.  This program is designed to teach all aspects of dental assisting and provide you with the skills you need to work in this field and pass a national certificate exam.  This program is taught by a Dentist and includes an opportunity for internships.  We can now offer an option for Lab days, please ask for more details!  The price of the course includes all books, exam preparation materials, and fees for the DANB RHS certificate program.  Upon passing the DANB RHS, you will receive a certificate of knowledge based on competency for that component from DANB. 

If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at Adulted@sanford.org

 

Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA National Certification) (SELF-PACED)

Free

with Academy of Medical Professions

Calendar Next available session starts May 1, 2025 , runs for 16 weeks

Registration is Free

There is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class.  If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $3,425.

This is an online course.  There are set times for classes.

Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for the course.  However, once registered, there is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class.  Your registration doesn't secure your spot in the class.  Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to American Medical Professions.  Payments go directly to American Medical Professions.  They offer multiple payment methods.

After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to American Medical Professions.  Once you have completed the paperwork and the requested information, the Academy of Medical Professions will contact you to complete your registration process.

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Classes are held once a week for 2 hours via Zoom and are recorded. You may choose to attend the course Live via Zoom or Self-paced by watching the recorded classes; both program options have instructor support. You will learn HIPAA compliance and health information in the medical office, insurance and billing procedures, financial and practice management, and administrative duties. In addition, we take you through the “virtual medical office” which allows you to practice “real” medical office skills before entering the workforce.

$3,200 includes National Certification, all books, fees, and resume and job assistance. 

If you have any other questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at AdultEd@Sanford.org





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