Calendar of Events

Conferences & Workshops

"Why the Future Matters Now Maximizing Returns by Investing in the Families and Children of Maine" a one-day targeted conference for business and community members of Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Waldo, and Washington Counties to focus on issues of workforce development and retention as they relate to investing in families and children. Held at Jeff's Catering, Brewer, on May 13, 2008. Presented by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, the Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center and Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies. For more information and to register please follow this link.

 

 

Serving Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD): Quality Employment Practices - a NERCEP sponsored training event presented by Alan Kurtz, M.Ed, CCIDS, University of Maine and Janine M. Collins, MTS, MSW. This two day workshop will be held June 12 and 19, 2008 at the Holiday Inn in Dedham, MA from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day at a cost of $100. Participants will explore challenges presented by job seekers with ASD along with practical strategies, accommodations and supports to address barriers and lead to successful job matches. Janine, one of the co-presenters, will add valuable perspective as a person with ASD. There is a week between days 1 and 2 to allow attendees to practice and incorporate the information they have gained. Contact Drew Glazier for information via e-mail andrew.glazier@umb.edu or call 617-287-4337. You can also get information and register for this event by following this link. 12 CRC credit hours available upon completion of this workshop.

Maine Employment Curriculum Implementation Project - Workshops are scheduled for the coming year throughout the state. Follow the link above to view the training calendar.

Course offerings

To view courses offered through CCIDS this semester please go to  Interdisciplinary Education.

Events

Click on the title of each event for more information.

25th Special Family Weekend to be held at University of Maine Machias

Special Family Weekend (SFW) is an annual event, held at the University of Maine at Machias, for children with special needs and their families. SFW is a time for families to share experiences, knowledge and love. The dates for this year are June 13, 14 & 15, 2008.

Announcing a Self-Employment Forum

Turning Interests Into Investments: Exploring Self-Employment with Your Job Seekers - held August 11 & 12, 2008 at Colby College, Waterville, Maine.  Sponsored by the New England Rehabilitation Continuing Education Program (NERCEP).