WCCC Division of Workforce & Professional Development

03/31/2026

😎 Your Future, Built By You.
Immerse yourself in the Maine Construction Academy 's Construction Immersion Program at Washington County Community College (WCCC), Monday-Friday, May 18th - June 15th, 2026!

💪The world runs on skilled trades - why not be one of the people who keeps it running? The program is hands-on, future-focused, and open to all 16+! Over four weeks you'll explore careers in construction, gain skills through classroom instruction and hands-on experiences, earn nationally recognized credentials, and connect with local Maine contractors - all to prepare you for a registered apprenticeship or career in construction!

🔗 Don't wait - apply today at bit.ly/maineconstruction

This program is funded by the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine's Workforce.

Maine Department of Labor

10/21/2025

Looking to make the switch to teaching? The Alternative Pathways to Teaching Pathway at Washington County Community College provides a flexible route to 6–12 teacher certification for individuals with a non-education bachelor’s degree. you can jump in anytime to take only the courses you need toward Maine teacher certification based on your DOE transcript review.
Scan the QR code or visit https://wccc.me.edu/professional-development/pathways-in-education-human-services-and-social-behavioral-sciences/alternative-pathways-to-teaching/ for full details and registration.

04/07/2025

📢 Exciting Training Opportunity! Check our the Electric Boat Motor Technician Training Course at Washington County Community College. 🚤⚡
Are you passionate about marine technology and electric propulsion systems? Here’s your chance to gain specialized skills for rewarding career in the growing field of electric boat motors! Complete the registration form here https://form.jotform.com/250376089608162 or scan the QR code below.

Education

02/07/2025

Kickstart your career in early childhood education by registering for the Early Childhood Education Pathway Launch Program at WCCC. Our Early Childhood Education Pathway Launch Program provides foundational knowledge, hands-on training, and pathways to further education and employment in the field. Scan the QR code below to register today. For more information, visit https://wccc.me.edu/.../early-childhood-education.../

01/29/2025

Accelerate your automotive career with our FREE Introduction to Heavy Truck/Equipment HVAC Systems course at WCCC! Learn essential skills to diagnose and repair automotive HVAC systems. Don’t wait—register now! Click https://form.jotform.com/250215109025140 or scan the QR code to secure your spot today.

01/09/2025

Now is the time. Our FREE College Access Program offers five courses to help you confidently start your college journey. For more information on the College Access Program, contact [email protected] or register now at https://form.jotform.com/240575669118162

Education

08/28/2024

Begin a new and exciting career in manufacturing! Enroll today in our fully online Certified Production Technician program and earn an industry recognized certification. Visit https://www.wccc.me.edu/professional.../manufacturing for more information or complete an online registration https://form.jotform.com/231073928235153

06/06/2024

11/16/2023

WCCC celebrated National Apprenticeship Week last night by hosting their registered apprentices, sub-sponsors, and partners at an event in Machias. Thanks to everyone for helping us launch our apprenticeship work. We appreciate the numerous collaborations to make it a success! We are super excited to move into this next year with innovative expansion ideas and plans. Pictured from left to right are five of our current apprentices: Cory Falabella-Weatherization Tech, Aimee Wagner - Ed Tech II, Hillary Saunders-Rusecky- Ed Tech II, Jamie Thompson-Orstorga-Lead Teacher (Early Childhood) and Angela Polanco-Asst. Teacher (Early Childhood). Also in attendance but not pictured was Lona Hillman-Farren- Ed Tech II.

09/30/2023

The Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce coordinates all short-tem workforce training programs for Maine’s community colleges, working closely with business leaders and workforce specialists throughout the state. The Center, launched in 2021, speeds the delivery of criti...