The Lisbon Reporter

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Friday, July 29, 2016

Community Partnerships Benefit Adult Education Students

Photo Caption: Members of a Community Partnership Committee met recently to review schedules and requirements for a new certificate training program slated for September 19. Pictured (l-r) Jennifer Tiner, Lewiston Public Schools; Gregory Yates, Lewiston Public Schools, Patti Saarinen, Western Maine Community Action (WMCA) & Lewiston CareerCenter; and Tracey Chase, Bonney Staffing. The program is geared toward an Office Certificate course including a job shadow, and guaranteed interviews upon completion of the program. Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lewiston - Lewiston Adult Education, Bonney Staffing, WMCA and the Lewiston CareerCenter are partnering to provide an Office Certificate training program with a customer service focus. The program will begin September 19^th. Participants will earn the state approved WorkReady credential. In addition, participants will receive extensive training in the essential skills needed for an entry level position in an office setting including: keyboarding, data entry, MS Word, MS Excel, Email, calendar, office management tools, effective communication skills, and much more. Participants will also have an opportunity to job shadow with a local employer. Upon completion of the program, participants will have a guaranteed interview with Bonney Staffing. Anyone interested in this program should contact Lewiston Adult Education at 795-4141. Candidates will be scheduled to complete CASAS testing. Orientations and interviews are currently scheduled for Tuesday, August 23 from 3-5 p.m. at Lewiston High School (156 East Avenue) or Wednesday, August 31 from 10-12 a.m. at B-Street (57 Birch Street). To be accepted to the program, candidates need to provide proof of a high school diploma or equivalent, proficiency in math and reading through the CASAS assessment, and successfully complete the orientation and intake/interview. In addition, participants will need to be able to show a six month work history and current work authorization.