For specific information about any academic program (ABE, ELL, MCCA, HSD, HiSet, Employment Certifications) contact Academic Coordinator Lisa Blanchette at 207-490-5145 or via email at lblanchette@sanford.org.
Adult Basic Education
If you want to increase your reading skills and learn how math can help you with everyday tasks like shopping, estimating, budgeting and balancing your checkbook, ABE classes are for you!
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- Provides classes in basic skills of reading, writing & mathematics
- Prepares you for higher academic classes or the labor market
- Funded through state & federal grants
- No registration fees
- Nominal book and/or materials fees for each class
- Transportation is available to those who qualify through the WAVE
Interested?
- Visit www.SanfordLearns.org
- Register for a CASAS Assessment
English Language Learners
English Language Learner (non-native English speaker) classes are offered from beginning level to advanced. Co-enrollment in high school diploma program is permitted.
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- Classes offered from beginning to advanced level
- No registration fees
- Small materials fees
- Transportation is available to those who qualify through the WAVE
Interested?
- Call SCAE at 207-490-5145 to schedule assessments
Maine College & Career Access Program
- Get college-level basic skills at fraction of college-level cost
- Improve math, reading, writing & computer skills
- Learn about college life & expectations
- Learn about career choices
Who should apply?
- High School Credential (HSC) candidates
- HS graduates who need to improve skills
- Those referred by local colleges
Requirements?
- Minimum of 4 hours of free career/college counseling
- Completion of required courses
- Registration fees are waived, nominal book/lab fees
- Participation in cohort activities
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- Eligible for a $500 Scholarship
- Free transportation via WAVE
- Visit local colleges
- Free career/college counseling
- Help with college applications & financial aid
Interested?
- Visit www.SanfordLearns.org
- Register for CASAS reading & math assessments
High School Diploma (HSD)
Requirements
- 20-24 credits based on original grad date
- Community Service Hours (min 3-max 20)
- CASAS score of 246 or equivalent courses
Interested?
- Visit www.SanfordLearns.org
- Register for CASAS reading & math assessments
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- Classes offered mornings, afternoons, and evenings
- Registration fees waived
- Small Classes
- Nominal books/materials fees
- FREE Tutoring
- Previous credits earned count!
- Can earn credit for military, employment, volunteer, and home-making experiences
- Transportation available via the WAVE
High School Equivalency Test (HiSET)
The HiSET consists of five subtests: Language Arts Reading, Language Arts Writing, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics
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- HiSET is scheduled quarterly
- NO cost for Maine residents to take pre-tests or officials
- Small classes available with nominal book and materials fees
- Free tutoring
Interested?
- Visit www.SanfordLearns.org
- Register for HiSET Pretesting
Online & Blended Employment Certifications
The Center for Legal Studies
(Paralegal, Mediation, Investigation & more)
Academy of Medical Professions
(Clinical Medical Assistant, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Transcription & more)
UGot Class
(Technology, Business, Marketing & more)