We use InDesign to create our catalog. Now you can learn InDesign! In this introductory class by Adobe Certified Expert Rob Underwood, you will learn the basics of Adobe’s premiere page layout application. Did you ever wonder how magazines, newspapers and books were built? This is your chance to learn how! You will need to have at least the 30-day trial of this application on a laptop to participate in the class. You will learn, Creating documents, working with type, master pages, styles, and exporting to PDF.

In this introductory class by Adobe Certified Expert Rob Underwood, you will learn the basics of Adobe’s premiere photo editing application. Did you ever wonder how photos were edited so precisely? Did you ever want to remove an unwanted family member from a photo? Here’s your chance to learn how to “photoshop” images. You will need to have at least the 30-day trial of this application on a laptop to participate in the class. You will learn, Retouching photos, color correction, photo Illustrations, tools panel, working with layers, and selections & channels.

Looking for in meaningful work? Our community needs individuals who want to make a difference in a child’s life. Children’s Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maine’s children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Disorders and their families. And the need in our area is great! As an integral part of the child’s 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 with this wonderful blended training and certificate program. This training will prepare you for employment through local social services agencies and equip you to work with children who qualify for services. The program can be started at any time and finished at your own pace. The deadline for enrollment for this session is 4/15/22. Learners must complete all 12 online modules by midnight on Sunday, May 8th to be eligible to attend the Live Day. Once the modules are completed, you will receive free online bloodborne pathogen training. Child and Adult First Aid & CPR certification is required and offered for free on May 11 sign up here. In just 40 hours, our free remote training program can get you certified and on your way to a life-changing profession. Must be a Maine resident, and at least 18 years old with a high school diploma (or equivalent) to become certified.

Did you know? York Adult Education offers FREE Career Navigation to everyone in our community! Find out how Career Navigation can help you reach your career goals. Register here to contact Kate and she'll set up an appointment to help you reach your goals. 

Learn the skills of a childcare professional while on the job, getting paid! You must have a high-school diploma and be 17 years old or older. This hands-on experience course will prepare you for a rewarding career with children. 

Many of us were raised to be humble – i.e., not to brag. When we are seeking work, we need to talk about ourselves in a positive way. This course guides you to identify your strengths and how to talk about them with prospective employers.

Sign up here if you would like to register for orientation and assessment for our CNA class starting April 24.

We partner with the quality facility Durgin Pines to help you learn the caring skills you need to earn your certificate and employment. 

Online Class is: April 24 - May 18

Classes will be on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays 8am-2pm

In-person at Durgin Pines: 

LAB: 9am-1pm May 24; 8am-4pm May 25, 26

CLINICAL: 6:45am-3:15pm June 5, 7, 9, 12, 14

Please note: This is not an actual registration for the class. You must complete an orientation and assessment. 

The dates for orientation and assessment are: 

Tues 4/4 @ 6pm

Wed 4/5 @ 6pm

Thurs 4/6 @ 10am

You must have confirmation from Buffy (207-344-3879) at Durgin Pines in order to be officially registered for the class. Continuum employees have preferred seating.

This is a blended online/in-person course taught by Lighthouse Health and Safety. The online portion must be completed before the skill session. This course, which meets OSHA/workplace requirements, will prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. 

Students who successfully complete this course will receive an American Red Cross certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years. 

Once you register you will receive a link/login information to access the online portion of the class. There is a 6-person minimum to run the class. If we do not meet that minimum you can move to another class date.

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