ADEPT Educational Institute of Maine
About Us
Driver Education and Evaluation Program (DEEP)
Through a contract with the Maine Office of Behavioral Health, Department of Health and Human Services, ADEPT Educational Institute of Maine employs approximately 30 part time instructors to deliver the educational component of the Driver Education and Evaluation Program (DEEP). ADEPT also coordinates and schedules the classes. These risk reduction programs are for adult and juvenile offenders of Maine’s Operating Under the Influence and Zero Tolerance laws.
The PRIME For Life risk reduction program is for those 21 Years of age or older at the time of offense, or youthful offenders who have reached the age of 21 or older when they register to take a program. Participants in this 20 hour risk reduction program receive in-depth education regarding high-risk alcohol and drug choices to assist them in identifying and changing high-risk behaviors. Participants also complete a preliminary assessment instrument designed to screen for risk factors for substance abuse problems.
The PRIME For Life Under 21 program is designed for those who are under 21 years of age at the time of the offense and under 21 when they register to take a program. Under 21 is a 16-hour education and assessment program for youthful offenders. Participants receive in-depth education regarding risks and consequences of alcohol and drug use, and complete a preliminary assessment instrument designed to screen for risk factors for substance abuse problems. This program was developed by Prevention Research Institute.
Program Management Services
Our services build capacity, increase awareness, and enhance knowledge and skills for professionals and organizations.
Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorders Services
Driver Education and Evaluation Program (DEEP)
DEEP programs are the Legislatively mandated (5 MRSA c.521, Sub-c. V) Operating Under the Influence (OUI) countermeasures programs in the state of Maine. The goal of the programs is to lessen the incidence of injury, disability and fatality that results from alcohol and other drug related motor vehicle crashes, and to reduce the risk of re-offense for OUI. We facilitate all aspects of the educational component of program implementation. This includes the coordinating and scheduling of classes, employment and training of instructors, quality assurance, and contract management.
Events, Conferences, and Trainings
We provide over 100 events annually to enhance professionals and the workforce in the prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery of behavioral health and substance use disorders.