Employees at the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ have access to a number of professional development opportunities, including a tuition waiver program that is applicable to undergraduate and graduate courses throughout the University of Maine System, including the University of Maine School of Law!
Tuition Waiver Program
The University of Maine System encourages the full participation of all of its members in its educational mission by offering tuition waivers for eligible employees and their dependents.
Generally, eligible full-time employees are allowed a maximum of two tuition-free courses per semester or summer session, not to exceed a total of eight credit hours. Eligible part-time employees are allowed a maximum of one tuition-free course per semester or summer session, not to exceed a total of four credit hours. A more detailed explanation can be found below. Your eligibility for the tuition waiver benefit starts in the semester of your hire.
Professional Development Programs
The ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Professional Development Programs offer a wide spectrum of in-depth, comprehensive programs, including professional development workshops, test preparation, certificate and individual courses.
Eligible employees receive a 20% discount on all courses offered through Professional Development Programs.
Maine Workforce Development Compact (MWDC) Professional Development Grant
The University of Maine System is part of the Maine Workforce Development Compact (MWDC), which means front-line employees of the University (who reside in Maine) are eligible to receive grant funding from the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce to help pay for a variety of workforce development training, including 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.
The grant reimburses 50% of the training cost, not to exceed $1,200 per person, per year.
It is recommended to submit your application at least six (6) weeks ahead of time.
For more information, visit the internal (login required) and select the Maine Workforce Development Compact (MWDC) icon, or contact umsacademy-usm@maine.edu.