The Maine Educational Opportunity Center hosts a free workshop entitled "Essentials of College Planning" for adults 19 and older at University College Rockland, 91 Camden St. Also offered Thursday, Dec. 13 and 20 at 9 a.m.

The workshop outlines the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career planning and study skills, and lasts approximately two to three hours. Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information call 800-281-3703 or go onliine to http://meoc.maine.edu.