If you have Internet access but are uncomfortable filling out the form on-line, you can telephone SETU at 207-287-9355 and they will fill out the form with you while you are on the phone. You can also print off a registration form from the SETU website (click “Printable Foster/Adoptive Form” in left margin of home page). Fill out and mail to SETU, SHS # 11, Augusta ME 04333-0011 or fax to SETU at 287-9351.
If you do not have Internet access or need additional assistance with registration, call SETU at 207-287-9351 or CWTI toll-free at 1-866-354-0084.
DHHS/Agency staff: Please register on line through the SETU websites as required of all DHHS staff.
Registration Confirmation and Denials
On-line registrations: Once you have registered on-line, you may visit the SETU website, www.maine.gov/dhhs/setu/setu.htm to learn whether you have been accepted into the program or whether you are on a “waiting list”. The web site is updated at the end of each day.
You will receive an email “receipt of application” noting that your application was received.
If your on-line registration has been accepted and you are confirmed for a program through SETU, you will receive a confirmation notice by email. You will not receive a denial notification if a course is full.
Fax or Mail Registrations
For those who have Internet access/an email address :
If you do not have Internet access or need additional assistance with registration, call SETU at 207-287-9351 or CWTI toll-free at 1-866-354-0084.
DHHS/Agency staff: Please register on line through the SETU websites as required of all DHHS staff.
For those who do not have Internet access/an email address :
If you register by mail or fax, you may visit the SETU website, www.maine.gov/dhhs/setu/setu.htm to learn whether you have been accepted into the program or whether you are on a “waiting list”.
If your registration has been accepted and you are confirmed for a program through SETU, you will receive a confirmation notice by e-mail. You will not receive a denial notification if a course is full.
For those who do not have Internet access/an email address :
If you register by mail or fax, and do not have Internet access or you do not provide an email address, you will not receive confirmation that your application was received.
If your registration has been accepted, and you are confirmed for a program through SETU, you will receive a confirmation by telephone. You will not receive a denial notification if a course is full.
No Show Policy
We continue to experience a significant problem when people register and are confirmed for training programs, but do not attend or call to cancel. If registrants ‘no show’ or fail to cancel out of any two CWTI-sponsored training programs, they will not be eligible to register for/attend any CWTI-sponsored training in the following year. If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, contact SETU at (207) 287-9355 or email at dhs.setu@maine.gov. We would prefer that people go to the web site and use the on-line cancellation form. The link is in the top right hand corner. They just need to fill in the information, click the submit button and it comes directly to us.
Cancellations Due to Inclement Weather
If severe weather is predicted, SETU will make every effort to notify scheduled participants of the cancellation and/or rescheduled date. SETU cannot be responsible for notifying you if you have not registered for a program that ends up getting canceled. If you have questions about whether or not a program will run, please contact SETU at (207) 287-9355.
Cancellations Due to Low Enrollment
In the event of low enrollment, CWTI/SETU may reschedule a training date and/or site. Only those registered for the program will be notified. CWTI/SETU cannot be responsible for travel or other costs associated with un-registered participants.
Foster/Adoptive Parent Reimbursement For Training Related Expenses
CWTI no longer reimburses foster/adoptive parents for training-related expenses (Exception: training expenses approved through the “District Allocation” process/forms- contact your caseworker or Lisa Hinckley at CWTI if you have questions).
The Core and Toolbox training programs are offered at no cost) to adoptive and foster parents, non-profit agencies, and DHHS staff. For participants from non –501(c)3 organizations, there is a $25.00 registration fee. Make checks payable to USM and mail to Lisa Hinckley, CWTI, USM, 45 Commerce Drive, Suite 11, Augusta, ME 04330.
Refreshments
No refreshments will be provided at Core or Toolbox training programs. Please feel free to bring your own snacks, lunch, and beverages.
About the Presenters
Adoptive and Foster Family Educators and Training Specialists from CWTI, who have many combined years of training, child welfare, and parenting experiences, present the Toolbox training programs.
Continuing Education Units
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are recorded for participants who are formally registered and who complete at least 80% of the program. One CEU is equal to 10 class hours. CEUs are a nationally recognized unit of measurement for in-service training. EACH PARTICIPANT SHOULD MAINTAIN A PERSONAL RECORD OF TRAINING COMPLETED.
Staff Education and Training Unit
SHS 11
Augusta, ME 04333-0011
(207) 287-9355 · (207) 287-9351 Fax
(207) 287-9234 TTY · 888-720-1925 Toll Free (deaf/hard of hearing)
Website: www.maine.gov/dhhs/setu/setu.htm
E-mail: dhs.setu@maine.gov
