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Sneak Peek: Construction on our new Guided Learning Experience

September 2, 2020

Sneak Peek: Construction on our new Guided Learning Experience Over the summer, focused work started to enhance the student experience with our Guided Learning or Assisted Self Study Program as it was formerly called. Through our new, secure LMS students will have new experiences, such as: A single portal to all assigned courses. Materials in a secure location for easy access. Access to all completed courses with percentages showing how much of the course is left. All assessments will be

Instructor Spotlight: Andrew Lederer

August 28, 2020

Instructor Spotlight: Andrew Lederer Instructor for 15+ Years “One day I was presented with an opportunity to teach a CFTEA course from my manager Linda Bridges. And the rest is history. I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to teach online, livestream webcourses, live and to support guided learning students. I also just completed working at the local community college for sixteen years! During those opportunities, I have interacted with amazing students that have had such an interest in taking advantage of professional

Accounting Goes Green at CFTEA

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Spotlight On CFTEA’s Board- Melissa Greene

August 21, 2020

CFTEA Board Member Spotlight: Melissa Greene Union Bank VT We interviewed Melissa Greene about her experience being a board member for CFTEA: When I took the position at Union Bank as the Training Officer, the individual that was retiring highly recommended that I become a board member for CFTEA. She felt that in order to successfully promote CFTEA classes, you needed to be actively involved in the organization. I have now been on the board for three years and

Why Aren’t Courses Listed In the Catalog Anymore?

August 19, 2020

Why aren’t courses listed in the catalog anymore? Beyond going green, our website is constantly up to date and allows for quick searches through lots of course title and formats. Use the search field under the Courses tab to find your exact fit in advancing your career!

Spotlight On Success: Heather Beckley

August 14, 2020

Spotlight On Success Heather Beckley Wells River Savings Bank Here’s what Heather had to say about her CFTEA experience: “I started taking classes with CFTEA early on in my banking career because I didn’t have any banking experience. I was working part-time and going to college full time; the flexibility of the self-study programs allowed me to complete Principles of Banking. This course gave me a good foundation to grow on. The next two classes that I’m going to

How To Find Courses?

August 12, 2020

Important Update: Our catalog has always had our courses in it and was always out of date. Our new catalog highlights our non-profit and programs and the listing of courses has transitioned to our website to allow for easy search and links to course descriptions. Unlock your potential using this green feature to support saving our planet’s natural resources!

Spotlight on Success: Steven Hebert

August 7, 2020

Spotlight On Success: Steven Hebert Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank “The Certified Modern Banking Representative suite of courses was the perfect path to jump-start my banking career. All information included in the certification is relevant to my duties as a Teller and Customer Service Representative and only strengthened the banking knowledge I had prior to the course. It’s definitely increased my confidence at work and dealing with customers. I can explain why things are the way they are a bit more

Celebrating the First Year of Our New Website!

August 3, 2020

Changing to provide a stronger experience for our students and supporters is always a key focus at CFTEA. We are celebrating one year with our new website Our new site has allowed: Fully searchable course catalog Fully linked course descriptions to courses Fully linked certificates, certifications and diplomas Interactive career paths Integrated course and textbook purchase with invoicing Course and textbook tracking and more! Thank you for your continued feedback and engagement as we navigate the future!

Spotlight on Success: Pam Veilleux

July 31, 2020

Pam Veilleux at Norway Savings Bank Student Awards Banquet Speaker This year, our student awards banquets went virtual to ensure the safety of all our graduates and supporters. At our June 10 virtual student awards banquet, student speaker Pam Veilleux from Norway Savings Bank shared her personal experience on how she has benefited from career development through our non-profit. “I have worked at Norway Savings Bank for a combined total of twenty-eight years. Thirty years ago, this coming September, I