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Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Health Aide. 512601

Description

This 50-hour course prepares participants to work in home health care or residential settings. If you’re someone who enjoys helping others in their homes or in assisted living settings, this role focuses on non-medical support like meal preparation, companionship, and personal care. Financial assistance may be available.

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

4

Hours

50

Entrance Requirements

None

School

RSU 16 Adult Education

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

129 Elm Street, Mechanic Falls, Maine

Local WIB

3 - Central Western Local Area 3

Name of Credential

Personal Support Specialist Certification

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

 Financial assistance may be available for eligible participants.

Refund Policy

• 100% credit or refund if course is cancelled.

• 100% refund if participant withdraws at least one business day before the class.  

• Refunds for online payments will be processed immediately.  Refunds for cash or check payments will be by check and may take up to two weeks to process via RSU 16’s business office.

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - DHHS

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$395.00

Out-of-State Tuition

$395.00

Out-of-District Tuition

$395.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$395.00

Total Out-of-District Program Cost

$395.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$395.00

Demand Occupation(s)

31-1122.00Personal Care Aides
$18.00 per hour
Required Certification: Personal Support Specialist

Provider Status

Approved

Address

129 Elm Street, Mechanic Falls, Maine 04256

Phone Number

(207) 345-3217

Fax Number

(207) 346-6223

Web Address

https://maineadulted.org/location/rsu16/

Last Updated

Sep 01, 2026

Created

Aug 27, 2026

Renewal

Sep 01, 2027

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