Jenzabar University

Heat Pump Installer Training 

May 22, to May 26, 2023

Monday ~ Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm 

This 40-hour course meets Efficiency Maine Heat Pump Installer Training requirements needed to qualify for rebates.  Using both classroom and hands-on lab instruction, the course covers how to professionally install heat pump indoor and outdoor units including mounting, line sets, ductwork, thermostats and controls.  Students will get hands-on experience installing these state-of-the-art HVAC systems that are revolutionizing heating and cooling. Upon completion of this course and the separately offered EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling, the student will qualify to work for Maine contractors installing heat pumps statewide. 

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NCCER Construction Craft Laborer I

April 18 ~ July 13, 2023

Tuesday and Thursday evenings via Zoom

Construction Craft Laborer Level One is an introductory class designed for those interested in working in the commercial construction sector. The topics covered are Orientation to the Trade, Building Materials, Fasteners and Adhesives, Properties of Concrete, Site Layout Differential Leveling, Handling and Placing Concrete, Foundations and Slabs on Grade. Total classroom and laboratory time is 92.5 hours. Upon completion the student is prepared for a career in Commercial Construction. Please Note: it is recommended that the Core Curriculum class be completed prior to this class. A laptop or desktop computer is required for testing for this course.

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

April 6 ~ July 9, 2023

Classes are Thursday and Friday 3:00 pm to 8:30pm ~

Clinical hours ~ TBA 

The 130-hour Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program consists of 70 hours of classroom time, 20 hours of lab time and 40 hours of clinical work.  Students learn introductory concepts of nursing care, including areas such as anatomy, nutritional care, medication care and disease management. This course is held at Oxford Hills/Nezinscot Adult Education 256 Main St, South Paris, ME 

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Welding Academy 

May 22, 2023 to June 6, 2023

June 26, 2023 to July 21, 2023

Learn a new trade! This high-demand field includes jobs in Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing, Agriculture and Construction industries as well as jobs in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector. The course covers a variety of welding techniques-   Mig & Tig welding, industry standard weld joints, print reading, basic metallurgy, sheet metal forming, tube welding, and grinding & polishing.

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Computer Information Specialist

Ongoing Admission Beginning July 11, 2022

The ITF+, A+, Network+ and Security+ series provides 270 hours of preparatory training for corresponding certifications. The ITF+ portion of the course covers knowledge such as: IT concepts & terminology, Windows operating systems, infrastructure, software troubleshooting, applications & software, networking, software development, hardware & network troubleshooting, database fundamentals and security. The A+ portion builds on the concepts above, using this knowledge and more to: Demonstrate baseline security skills for IT support professionals, configure device operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android and iOS,  administer client-based as well as cloud-based (SaaS) software, troubleshoot

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Computer Support Specialist

Ongoing Admission Beginning July 11, 2022

Students will learn both theory and practical skills in Computer Support. The ITF+ portion of the course covers knowledge such as: IT concepts & terminology, Windows operating systems, infrastructure, software troubleshooting, applications & software, networking, software development, hardware & network troubleshooting, database fundamentals and security. The A+ portion builds on the concepts above, using this knowledge and more to: Demonstrate baseline security skills for IT support professionals, configure device operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android and iOS,  administer client-based as well as cloud-based (SaaS) software, troubleshoot and problem solve core service and support challenges while applying best practices for documentation, change management, and scripting, Support basic IT infrastructure and networking, Configure and support PC, mobile and IoT device hardware, implement basic data backup and recovery methods and apply data storage and management best practices security. 

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CompTIA Security+

September 12, 2022 to December 13, 2022

CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification a candidate should earn.  It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cyber security jobs.  Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on troubleshooting, ensuring candidates have practical security problem-solving skills required to: Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.  Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud and mobile: Operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance; Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.  

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Introduction to Phlebotomy Technician   

June 6 ~ July 28, 2023

Tuesday & Thursday Evenings from 4:00pm to 8:00pm 

Students enrolled in this Phlebotomy course will learn both theory and practical skills. Theory topics will include working in healthcare, health and safety, troubleshooting difficult draws and working with all demographics from neonatal to geriatric patients. Coursework includes selecting and preparing the skin puncture site, collecting specimens, adhering to the proper health and safety guidelines, patient/technician relationship, and proper record keeping of laboratory tests. Learners will be able to sit for the National Healthcareer Association’s Phlebotomy Technician certification exam because the course includes the hands-on live stick component. Upon completion, students may qualify for employment in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, and other health care settings.

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CompTIA Network+

Ongoing Admission Beginning July 11, 2022

Students will be trained for the corresponding CompTIA Network+ certification. The material in this course covers knowledge such as: Network Fundamentals, Network Implementations, Network Operations, Network Security, and Network troubleshooting.  The certification prepares students for a career working with IT infrastructure by covering troubleshooting, configuring and managing networks.

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Basic Life Support – 4 Hour Course

New Spring Dates Coming Soon

This course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals with the skills to keep people alive until they can be brought to a hospital or be treated with more advanced lifesaving measures. This four-hour course covers adult and pediatric CPR, use of the bag-valve mask, airway obstruction, automated external defibrillation (with child AED update), stroke and cardiac arrest and other special resuscitation situations.

All instructional materials will be provided upon arrival and are included in the cost of the course.

The successful completion of a certification exam in this training results in a credential being awarded and is subject to recertification, based on specific industry standards. Recertification is the responsibility of the participant to ensure it is completed prior to the credential’s expiration date.

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

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Certified Pharmacy Technician

Ongoing Admission ~ Register anytime 

Pharmacy technicians have become indispensable to the health care industry, and it's a great time to join this growing field. Pharmacy technician classes can get you started on this fulfilling career path. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to qualify for entry-level positions in pharmacies and be prepared for national certification. Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE), offered by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). This course also includes a voucher which covers the fee of the exam. Pharmacy technician certification is an important issue for many industry employers and state legislatures, some of which now require national certification.

Certification Earned: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPT)                 Time: 12 months/400 hours Online Learning

Pre-requisite(s): Proficiency in keyboarding, basic understanding of high school math

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