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Certified Modern Branch Professional – Level 1

September 30, 2019

Is there an educational career path for those beyond Certified Modern Banking Representative? Absolutely! The first level of our Certified Modern Branch Professional focuses on deposits and is designed for branch employees seeking a true and rich universal banking model and is ideally suited as a career path beyond entry-level through assistant manager levels. . Certified Modern Branch Professional – Level I Deposit Accounts and Services Handling Workplace Conflict IRA Essentials OnDemand or equivalent IRA Basics course Legal Foundations in

Spotlight on Marcie Hart

September 28, 2019

Marcie Hart Mortgage Loan Processor Ledyard National Bank Marcie is currently in Mortgage Loan Processing and working towards her bachelor’s through CFTEA in partnership with St. Joseph’s College for a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. “I love how flexible CFTEA is and the great educational tools and opportunities available. Until, I was introduced to CFTEA and took my first course, Principles of Banking, I never imagined banking would be the career path for me. The continued training I have received from

Spotlight On: Rayanne West

September 28, 2019

Rayanne West Bath Savings Institution At our student banquet in Auburn, Rayanne talked about how taking CFTEA classes have helped her gain confidence in her career path.

Spotlight On: Shauna Schmidt

September 27, 2019

Shauna Schmidt Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Shauna Schmidt took our assisted self study classes to fit in with her busy work and home schedule and hopes to complete even more CFTEA classes! Thank you and Congratulations Shauna!

E-Mail Schedule

September 25, 2019

At times we receive feedback that too many system generated emails on our programs are hitting your mailbox. To respond, we are working with our partners to reduce the number of course emails and our constant contact email schedule has adjusted from once a week to once every two weeks. We are happy to announce that Total Training Solutions, who produce webinar content, have adjusted their schedule to only one email a week. If you are not finding these helpful,

Spotlight On: Lani Smith

September 24, 2019

Lani Smith Machias Savings Bank Lani Smith, one of our student speakers at our banquet in Machias, ME talks about her path to education and the CFTEA courses that have helped her become a leader.

Spotlight On: Brianna Critch

September 23, 2019

Brianna Critch Claremont Savings Bank Brianna talked about our wonderful assisted self study classes and how they allow the flexibility and confidence to take control of your education! Thank you and Congratulations Brianna!!

Feedback

September 18, 2019

Whether it’s good or bad feedback, it’s important we know what you think about our service and how we can improve. Through feedback our updated website is currently being adjusted for a better experience. Font colors of text and hyperlinks have been optimized to allow for easier reading. Work is being conducted to allow for quick access to course descriptions from the order pages. Let us know your thoughts!

Discover

September 13, 2019

Watch our latest video! Discover or Rediscover us. We’d love to show you all the ways we can benefit your career advancement and professional development. Contact our office to start or restart your education. We’re happy to support you.

The Importance of Professional Development for Career Growth

September 10, 2019

Employees are the face of an organization. At the end of the day, each manager wants the best people on their team because they are a reflection of them and the company. Professional development helps employees continue to not only be competent in their profession, but also excel in it. It should be an ongoing process that continues throughout an individual’s career. Actively pursuing professional development ensures that knowledge and skills stay relevant and up to date. It also helps