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We care deeply about the health and safety of our students, employees and instructors

March 16, 2020

We are closely monitoring the current situation with COVID-19 (the coronavirus) and are committed to taking appropriate steps to navigate this challenging time. In Person Training Early this past week, we have followed the direction from local colleges to adjust classes for the next couple of weeks. When a student or instructor attends one of our small group in-person training locations, we strive to ensure you are as comfortable as possible. Please know that cleanliness and sanitization have always been

Welcoming new board member, Joe Happnie from MEMIC!

March 16, 2020

A huge welcome to our newest board member, Joe Happnie of MEMIC! Joe actively took part in the Maine Association of Nonprofits‘ Emerging Leaders program. During the program, Joe audited a board meeting, asked insightful questions and requested to join the CFTEA board. He works as the Training & Development Manager for MEMIC. In that role, Joe is responsible for designing and implementing training curricula for a number of different roles in insurance operations and claims organizations. His extensive experience in authoring

New Hires Ghosting Employers On Day One?

March 9, 2020

https://www.cnn.com/2019/09/16/success/ghosting-first-day-of-work

Welcoming new board member, Nicole Mailhot of DIRIGO FCU

March 9, 2020

A huge welcome to our newest board member: Nicole Mailhot of Dirigo Federal Credit Union! Nicole serves as the SVP, Chief Business Officer at Dirigo FCU and has the distinction of being a past CFTEA board member. She graduated from University of Southern Maine with a degree in Business Leadership and Organizational Studies. Nicole has a great passion for advancement and education. Her engagement and energy provide a perfect fit in support the mission of our non-profit. With over fifteen years of

Welcoming new board member, Danielle Violette of Machias Savings Bank!

March 6, 2020

A huge welcome to our newest board member, Danielle Violette of Machias Savings Bank! Danielle was an alum of the Maine Association of Nonprofits Emerging Leaders program and made the decision to join our board. Danielle works as a Cash Management Specialist at their Portland, Maine location. Her career started as a teller and she has continued to gain experience in the industry. A graduate of Husson University, Danielle received her undergraduate and MBA by completing a five year accelerated program with the distinction of

Hot off the press!!

March 3, 2020

The updated version of Principles of Banking (12th Edition) has arrived! Three years in the making and now incorporated into our materials.

Learning Outcomes Assist Adult Learners

February 27, 2020

Did You Know? With the release of the updated version of Principles of Banking, our office created Learning Outcome sheets for our instructors to ensure that topics covered are directly tied to our certification exams. This is another way we are supporting instructors and students for success! Principles of Banking is on a number of certificates, diplomas and the Certified Modern Branch Professional – Level I (a career path for advancing tellers into Universal Banker and Assistant Branch Managers).

Congratulations, Beth Martin of Community National Bank, VT!

February 25, 2020

Congratulations to Beth Martin, a Credit Analyst from Community National Bank, VT and the winner of our 2020 Unlock Your Potential Scholarship. Beth started her banking career in 2011 and has advanced from a part-time teller to key positions within the organization with the support of training from CFTEA. Beth had this to say in her application about the opportunity: “I believe that the Business Analysis Certificate would help to further my education and benefit me within this department, as it would

Have your say!

February 19, 2020

With so many courses to choose from, we’ve worked with professionals to create customized educational career paths for growth within your field or to grow into a field. Explore our career paths at https://cftea.org/academics/career-paths/ Have your say in telling us what is missing or what you would like to see developed as an educational career path! Click here to share your insights to help us help you unlock your potential: We’d love to hear your thoughts! No idea too big or

CFTEA featured in Mainebiz magazine!

February 10, 2020

CFTEA has been recognized for its support and partnership for workforce development in MaineBiz magazine! So thrilled to be working in partnership with Portland Adult Education and area financial institutions! https://www.mainebiz.biz/article/new-mainers-get-training-for-financial-services-industry

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