Dear Colleagues,
Together, we invest our time and talents daily to provide meaningful, relevant, and high-quality educational courses, experiences, research, and programs. We all know the incredible lifelong impact that education and professional development can make.
We are pleased to announce a significant investment in your professional development. Housed within the Maine Community College System, the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce was created with an unprecedented offering from the Alfond Foundation. The Maine Workforce Development Compact (MWDC) is administering the Alfond grant funds with the goal of expanding the reach of workforce training in Maine. Eligible employees can use the funding for certifications and Continuing Education Units (CEUs), conference registrations, and skills development training. Accredited courses at UMS, the Maine Community College System, and other accredited institutions may also be funded.
For the remainder of Calendar Year (CY) 2022, the grant covers 100% of expenses up to $1,200 per employee*, covering such costs as administration fees and/or registrations. For CY2023–2025, the grant covers the employee in a 50/50 split with MWDC’s investment, not to exceed $1,200.
Contact your supervisor for more information or to discuss how you and your team can make the most of these resources.
Thank you.
