The NDEC offers over 40 classes in an online interactive format and at partner onsite locations throughout the state of Maine.  This overview goes over the three curricula  – Aging Well With Technology, For Home & Family, and For Work & Business – and is designed for individuals looking to improve their personal computer skills as well as for partner organizations who want to more fully understand what we offer for classes.

Free for residents of the State of Maine. $50 fee for non-residents.

Follow this link to register or call 207-647-5138 

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program that was put in place to help low-incomefamilies pay for the cost of connecting to broadband internet access. In this class we will look atqualifying for and applying for the benefit, and what you can expect from Internet Service Providers.

Free for residents of the State of Maine. $50 fee for non-residents.

To register call 207-647-5138 or follow this link.

Paying for education after high school might feel daunting, but it doesn't have to be! In session, we will discuss the different types of financial aid, how to maximize free money, and the piecemeal approach to paying for college. Come with you burning paying for college questions.

This course provides a framework for learning basic skills that may save a life or prevent further injury. You will learn first aid basics, CPR for adults, children, and infants, AED use, and emergency opioid aid. The course includes classroom instruction and practice as well as a return demonstration of skills. There is a pass/fail component to the demonstration of skills learned in the class. The class is 8 hours in length.

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar? Our instructor can teach you the basics as well as about music. He will instruct you on chords and songs including light improvs and melodies.

Students will need to bring their acoustic guitar and a notebook to class.

If you don't have a guitar we may have one you can borrow for the duration of the class.

If you are interested in receiving financial aid to help you pay for college, filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an important first step. In this session, we will do an overview or the process so you know what to expect and can get answers to frequently asked questions. Then, you're free to complete it on your own, or stay for the remainder and receive real-time free help to file the FAFSA.

Have you started to learn chords and are looking for the next step in your guitar playing? Our instructor can take you beyond the basics as well as teach you about music. He will guide your playing and help you to master the guitar! 

Students will need to bring their acoustic guitar and a notebook to class.

In this 3 week Crochet 101 class we’ll work from start to finish, talking about yarns, weights and their different uses, which knitting needles to use when and then stitch up a project together. The Crochet 101: Beginner Class is perfect for a total newbie or as a refresher if it has been a while since you had your hands on a hook. We will tailor the class to meet your crocheting skill level so that you leave each class excited about what you’ve learned.

Crochet Skills You Will Learn:

• Most basic crochet stitches such as making a slip knot and how to crochet a chain.
• Single crochet,
• Half double crochet,
• Double crochet,
• Treble crochet,
• Double treble crochet. 
• How to make a magic circle.
• Front and Back post.

Lab Fee: $15 due to the instructor the first night of class.