Social Service and Counseling Bachelor’s Degrees

Addiction Counseling

Beal University

Online

Addiction Counseling – BS

Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Length: 42 months*
Location: 100% online

This program will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to provide direct client services in sincere and compassionate relationships. Upon completion of this addictions counseling degree program, you will have a comprehensive academic foundation and advanced core classwork to enhance an existing career or begin a career as an Addiction Counselor.

Our 42-month* addiction counseling online degree program will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to provide direct client services in sincere and compassionate relationships. Upon completion of this program, you will have a comprehensive academic foundation and advanced core classwork to enhance an existing career or begin a career as an Addiction Counselor. Our instructors represent a broad range of experience, skills and knowledge in the area. University faculty with research and training expertise, as well as experienced practitioners in drug and alcohol treatment across many demographic groups and treatment settings, make up our quality group of instructors.

This program is ideal for those who wish to pursue or advance a career as an Addictions Counselor. Upon graduation, you’ll be fully prepared to take on a variety of roles, such as a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counsel (CADC), Chemical Dependency Counselor, Psychiatric Tech, Child/Youth Provider and other positions. You may also choose to pursue licensure certification through examination administered by the state in which you reside. Earning an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Addiction Counseling Degree is a prerequisite to becoming a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – an accomplishment that tells the world you have the commitment and dedication needed to promote change and save lives.

At the completion of this program, students should be able to:

  • Evaluate the social, political, and historical milestones and trends in substance abuse counseling in relation to the human services professionals’ role in advocating for individuals, families, and communities in need
  • Apply culturally responsive strategies across diverse populations to strengthen professional practice and enhance human services outcomes
  • Apply legal and ethical standards in the administration and delivery of human services systems to provide comprehensive and well-informed care.
  • Employ professional, interpersonal communication skills in formal and informal networks to improve human services delivery.
  • Evaluate the policy development cycle for advocacy avenues, communication strategies, and coalition building opportunities to effect social change.
  • Develop knowledge and skills in inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and decision-making to create and implement appropriate assessment and intervention strategies.

Addiction Counseling Student Group

In addition to your coursework, you’ll have access to a dedicated student-run study group to help you succeed! The Addiction Counseling study group aims to help students with their academic achievement, as well as professional development. Join the group to discuss the curriculum, study and prepare for exams and projects, and network with students, faculty and professionals in the Addiction Counseling field. This group is available online. If you’re interested in joining contact James Siebert.

Transfer Credits Accepted

Have you already taken courses at other universities in the past? You may be able to transfer the credits you have earned and graduate sooner. Request more information today to learn if you qualify.

Complete this short form to request more information. Afterward, a friendly Beal Career Advisor can answer questions, guide you to our virtual tour, and get you helpful financial aid information.

For immediate questions, call 207-307-3900

Human Services

Southern New Hampshire University

Online

With an online bachelor’s in human services from Southern New Hampshire University, you’ll be prepared for success in a number of helping professions — from social services and family welfare to mental health support and more. Plus, without the demanding education and licensure requirements of a degree in social work, the BA in Human Services can help you reach your goals faster.

Human Services Bachelor’s Degree Benefits:

  • Median annual salary of $74,000 for social and community services managers 1
  • 15% projected job growth for social and community services managers through 2030 1
  • Get prepared for meaningful roles in community and social services, family welfare, mental health and more
  • Discover your passion with 3 concentration options (Child & Family Services, Gerontology and Substance Abuse)
  • Six 8-week terms per year – complete your degree at your own pace
  • 24/7 online accessibility – attend class when and where it’s convenient
  • One of the lowest tuition rates in the nation

Courses May Include:
Public Policy and Advocacy, Case Management, and Prevention and Crisis Intervention. Request degree information now

1 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/social-and-community-service-managers.htm (viewed online May 18, 2022). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth

Mental Health and Human Services

University of Maine at Augusta

Online and at Ellsworth Center

Mental Health and Human Services – BS

UMA’s Mental Health & Human Services programs allow students to specialize in a variety of areas, and build a curriculum that meets their individual career goals.

Professor Frank Ellis instructing via ITV

There are four different concentrations each directed toward different avenues of career and professional development: Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation, Addictions Counseling, Child and Family Services and Mental Health and Human Services Generalist.

The B.S. degree meets the academic requirement for the Licensed Social Worker-Conditional (LSX) credential, and students completing the Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation concentration qualify for the Mental Health Rehabilitation/Community (MHRT/C) credential.

Complete one of the following pathways/concentrations:

Mission Statement

UMA’s Mental Health and Human Services(MHHS) program prepares undergraduates for leadership and service roles within the community and with diverse populations. The MHHS department is committed to incorporating community-based, Fieldwork Placement experiences within its educational program to maximize students’ personal and professional development.

Values and Beliefs

The Mental Health and Human Services field is a caring profession. Our goal is to assist clients and to help them achieve an individual level of wellness through a strengths-based approach. The profession requires ethical and substantial reasoning skills in order to make sound and thoughtful decisions, which incorporate accountability and integrity. Professional actions are based on a body of knowledge that integrates theories from the arts, humanities, physical sciences, and humanistic sciences.

Course Delivery

In fulfilling our commitment to students’ learning needs and responding to continual changes in service delivery, the faculty integrates technology throughout the curriculum. The MHHS curriculum is delivered via a variety of contemporary learning platforms, including hybrid, web-based, and video conferencing.

Skills You’ll Acquire

The UMA MHHS graduate is prepared to utilize mental health and substance use disorder theory, technology, and evidenced-based knowledge while maintaining a therapeutic caring relationship.

You’ll acquire skills in handling crises, managing caseloads, representing others (advocacy), providing psychosocial rehabilitation, counseling, job coaching, teaching life and career skills, providing educational support, coordinating support services, identifying and solving problems, and more.

Program Requirements

Psychology

Husson University

Bangor and Online

https://www.husson.edu/college-of-science-and-humanities/psychology/

Psychology – BS

At Husson, students who choose to major in psychology may select an academic path that prepares them for entry-level employment in the growing mental health services field (“industry” sounds cold and mechanical) or for graduate study.

Working with their advisors, students may select courses to meet qualifications for the MHRT/C (Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Certification) in addition to earning a B.S. in Psychology. The MHRT/C is a state-granted credential required for most entry-level mental health positions in Maine.

Alternatively, students may earn a more traditional psychology degree tailored to their own interests that prepares them for graduate study in one of many sub-fields of psychology (e.g., clinical or counseling psychology, forensic psychology, sport psychology, developmental psychology, or experimental psychology).

First-Year Student Undergraduate Admission Criteria:

Applicants who are admitted prior to the completion of the academic year are accepted contingent upon successful completion of all academic work and the receipt of a final transcript of grades. Admission to Husson or to particular programs may be denied to applicants considered incapable of making reasonable academic progress. Husson invites applications from secondary school graduates or students having received a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and qualified international students without regard to age, color, religion, sex, national origin, level of family income, or physical ability.

Applying to Clinical or Professional Programs

Students pursuing degrees leading to application for professional licensure or certification, and/or who will be participating in clinical placements, internships, or practicums through their Husson program of study should be aware that their host facility may require a criminal background check, finger printing, or drug screening. In such situations, students are responsible for obtaining and paying for the background check or other screening process and for delivering required documentation to the facility. Although Husson will make reasonable efforts to place admitted students in field experiences and internships, the host facility will determine whether a student will be allowed clinical access at that facility. Students should be aware that a criminal record may jeopardize completion of their coursework and degree requirements, as well as licensure by the state professional regulating body. Students may consult the licensure and/or certification organization corresponding to their intended program of study for more details. Successful completion of a program of study at Husson does not guarantee licensure, certification, or employment in the relevant occupation.

PSYCHOLOGY

The College of Science and Humanities offers a 120-credit hour Bachelor of Science in Psychology Degree. This program is broadly conceived and includes both academic and experiential opportunities for students who may wish, upon graduation, to pursue a variety of opportunities in psychology.

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The Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology curriculum exposes students to foundational content that helps them develop an understanding of human behavior. In addition, Husson’s psychology degree program can prepare psychology majors for the Maine State Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community certification (MHRT/C), bachelor’s level entry positions common to most community mental health agencies, or for graduate school admission.

Students who choose to take courses required by the State of Maine to fulfill the MHRT/C may apply for this certificate upon graduation. This is a credential necessary for employment in entry level mental health positions at mental health agencies throughout the state of Maine. Such positions in the mental health field are typically referred to as “case management” or “community integration services” positions. These situations typically involve working as part of team providing case management and skills development to adults with mental health or co-occurring disorders (i.e., substance abuse). Additionally, individuals in these posts assist clients in recovery doing individual and group work by providing skills-based services (e.g., communication skills development, independent living skills training, health education, etc.). Entry level appointments also require employees to  have a working knowledge of housing options, entitlement programs, and the ability to work as part of a treatment team with other professionals in various fields (e.g., psychologists, physicians, occupational therapists, etc.).

Students may also complete a psychology curriculum  tailored to their own to pursue an individualized career path or attend graduate school. Depending on a student’s individual interests, a psychology degree can create a solid foundation for entering a competitive job or academic market. Students working toward a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology are highly encouraged to complete a minor.

Each psychology major is assigned an advisor who can ensure that the student takes classes that are most appropriate. Students interested in earning the MHRT/C certificate work with advisors to make sure courses required by the State of Maine are completed.

Copies of the curriculum sheet are available on the Husson University website, an advisor or any Psychology faculty member.

The School also offers a Psychology minor of 21 credit hours.

The undergraduate psychology program also supports the Dual degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology. This is a five-year dual degree program in which the student, upon completion of program requirements, is awarded the degrees of B.S. in Criminal Justice and B.S. in Psychology.

Psychology / Clinical Mental Health Counseling Bachelor’s/Master’s also available

Psychology/School Counseling Bachelor’s/Master’s also available.

Bachelor of Science in Psychology – 120 Credits
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) – 63 Credits

Empower people to reach their mental health, wellness and career goals through counseling. In Husson’s Bridge program, you’ll earn two degrees in 6 – 7 years: a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Through this rigorous program, you’ll receive an experiential education with a strong academic foundation that will prepare you for national certification and state licensure as a clinical mental health counselor. Your courses will include individual and group counseling, theories, ethics clinical practice, as well as social and cultural competency.

Psychology & Community Studies

University of Maine at Machias

Machias and Online

Psychology & Community Studies – BA

Psychology and Community Studies at the University of Maine at Machias (UMaine Machias) is an interdisciplinary program that draws on anthropology, psychology, sociology, natural sciences, economics, arts, and humanities, through which you can explore human community and learn how to understand, manage, and promote change – change in your life, change in your community, and global change.

In addition to traditional coursework, our majors immerse themselves in their education through field work and internships rooted in Down East Maine.

Psychology and Community Studies students graduate not only with the knowledge and skills they need to compete in the job market or go on to graduate school, but also with a set of tools they can use to meet and greet many of life’s opportunities and challenges.

Applied Psychology 

The program emphasizes applied psychology, which combines a traditional focus on the discipline of psychology with courses preparing students for professional and graduate education.  The term “Applied” indicates the emphasis on Service Learning and Community Engagement, which presents students with opportunities to apply knowledge and theories to real world applications, often in collaboration with other students and community agency partners.

Develop the understanding of humans and societies you’ll need to make a personal, local or global impact.

From their first semester through their last, students in the psychology and community studies program are engaged with experiential learning in the classroom and in the community. They work with faculty, peers, community members and partner organizations on the issues that matter to them, whether that’s food insecurity, prejudice and discrimination, substance use, poverty, or effects of the environment and policy on community.

Every student has an internship in a field related to their interest in order to gain experience, network, and inform career decisions. Every student works in a small group to conduct research with a community partner who needs information. In their senior year, students develop, plan and accomplish a capstone project with a community partner of their choosing.

Students also have options in getting coursework that either certifies or prepares them for certification for immediate employment upon graduation in social services: Behavioral Health Professional, provisional or full Mental Health and Rehabilitation Technician, or Drug and Substance Use Counseling.

Program Requirements

Why UMaine Machias?

  • Flexibility! We use synchronous video to offer our courses online as well as in classrooms. To learn more about completing this degree online, visit UMaine Machias Online.
  • The program maintains strong relationships with local partner organizations. To complete the degree, all students will be placed in an internship suited to their strengths and interests.
  • Our program is community-based and service-oriented; students will develop service projects that have real local impact.

Careers

Recent placements from the program include:

  • Caseworker
  • Engagement Specialist
  • Paramedic
  • MHRT1
  • Developmental Therapist
  • Child Protective Caseworker
  • Program Coordinator
  • Child Protective Social Worker
  • Direct Care Counselor
  • Case Manager and Behavioral Health Professional
  • Behavioral Health Professional
  • Crisis Counselor
  • Direct Support Professional

More ways to study psychology and community studies at UMaine Machias

➜ As a concentration in a two-year liberal arts associate degree or through an early college pathway for high school students, completed on campus or 🌐 online.

➜ Through a mental health rehabilitation and technician/community (MHRT/C) certification or a post-baccalaureate certificate in teaching high school psychology.

➜ With a minor in psychology, or in counseling and substance use rehabilitation (includes the necessary credits to qualify for MHRT/C certification in Maine).

➜ Interested in combining foundational psych courses with a hands-on exploration of recreation, wilderness first response and crisis management? Check out the minor or certificate in wilderness therapy.

Contact Us

Uriah Anderson
Associate Professor of Psychology
207.255.1329
uriah.anderson@maine.edu
205 Powers Hall

Psychology – BA

University of Maine at Presque Isle

Online

Psychology – BA

Carl Jung, one of the most influential of all psychologists, claimed that:  “Sensation tells us a thing is. Thinking tells us what it is this thing is. Feeling tells us what this thing is to us.”  An online degree in Psychology at the University of Maine at Presque Isle is perfect for those who wish to focus on the social-services aspects of psychology or are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree as the next step in attaining a Master’s degree in psychology. Whether you’re just beginning your exploration of psychology or already working in a position related to the field, this degree can help you better understand the sensation, thinking, and feeling of your colleagues and clients, and prepare you for career advancement.

Courses include instruction in the following areas:

  • Social and cognitive psychology
  • Drugs and behavior
  • Lifespan and personality development
  • Research methods
  • Psychological assessment
Why Online Psychology at UMPI?

Our online program is taught by the same professors who teach our live courses. Thus, you’ll be doing coursework that develops your ability to interpret, analyze, and communicate in a wide variety professional and academic settings, while the fact that the coursework is done online allows you to create your own schedule.

Our online program offers a wide variety of courses, so you’ll be able to select those best suited to your needs, whether they lie in social services, research, or advanced degree work.  You will find a detailed description of our program and its courses here.

Our online programs are offered twelve months out of the year, including two summer sessions, so you can concentrate or spread out your classes to fit your schedule.

You will be assigned a full-time advisor who both teaches your classes and ensures your ability to complete the degree within four years (as a full-time student)—just like students who take our classes on campus.  Furthermore, your advisor can assist you in any questions of credit transferability or prior learning credit.

An added benefit of UMPI’s online programs is that you experience the same student to faculty ratio as on-campus students. Expect to work closely with your professor and fellow students, just as you would in a live class.

Program Requirements

You must complete a total of 120 credit hours, of which 42 hours (minimum) are within the Psychology program, and 40 hours in General Education.  A minor is optional.  And all of these credits can be completed online at UMPI.    You can click here to start the process.

After Graduation

The Psychology program provides you with knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your future career.  The top ten occupations that employ students with a Bachelor’s degree in psychology include the following:

  • Top- or mid-level managers, executives and administrators
  • Sales
  • Social Work
  • Management-related occupations
  • Personnel, training and human resources or labor-relations
  • Administrative jobs
  • Insurance, real estate and business services
  • Marketing
  • Registered nurse, pharmacist, therapist and physician’s assistant
  • Accountant, auditor and other financial specialists

The Psychology program also prepares you for advanced degrees in the following:

  • Clinical psychology
  • Industrial-organizational psychology
  • Educational psychology
  • Academic and corporate research

Ready to Apply?

Office of Admissions
129 Preble Hall
181 Main St.
Presque Isle, ME 04769

Phone: (207) 768-9532
Fax: (207) 768-9777
umpi-admissions@maine.edu

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Psychology and Counseling – BA

Southern New Hampshire University

Online

Psychology and Counseling – BA

Explore the inner workings of the mind with a psychology degree from an accredited college – and prepare for careers in an array of fields, from counseling to criminal justice.

Explore the Inner Workings of the Human Mind

An online Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology is one of Southern New Hampshire University’s most popular offerings. Beloved for its adaptability, this degree can prepare you for a wide range of careers in industries like market research, human resources and public relations. It can also serve as a springboard if you’d prefer to pursue graduate-level, psychology-specific roles.

Every course in the program is thoughtfully aligned with the latest American Psychological Association Guidelines to deepen your understanding of social justice, emotional intelligence and ethics, in addition to strengthening your communication and critical thinking skills.

Delve Into Career-Focused Classes

Courses like these will help you develop the real-world knowledge employers are looking for and allow you to earn a Data Literacy in Psychology Certificate at no additional cost.

  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Theories of Personality
  • Research Methods
  • Psychology and Social Change
  • Forensic Psychology
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Specialize Your Knowledge

Once you enroll, you’ll have the option to focus on a general psychology track or gain a competitive edge with one of six concentrations:

  • Addictions
  • Applied Psychology
  • Child and Adolescent Development
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Mental Health
  • Social Psychology

Social Work

University of Maine

Orono

Social Work – BS

At the University of Maine School of Social Work, we prepare proficient and ethical social work professionals committed to social change in a variety of organizations, specializations, and professional roles.

We provide the highest quality education for both beginning and advanced professional social work practice. We educate at the Baccalaureate and Master’s level in an atmosphere of individualized learning, respect for individual rights, and a celebration of diversity.

Our students have done incredible things. Abby Irvine turned her passion of helping other people into giving each patient being treated for narcotic abuse at Northern Light Acadia Hospital a handwritten note with a positive affirmation. Tyler-Ann Harris had the chance this summer to work with the International Rescue Committee in Sacramento, California as a Volunteer Coordination and In-Kind Donation Intern.

The social work major is designed to prepare students for beginning-level generalist professional social work practice in a broad range of social work settings. The program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Completion of the Bachelor of Science in Social Work qualifies graduates to sit for the Licensed Social Worker examination in the State of Maine and in many other states.

Social workers help people cope with complex interpersonal and social problems, obtain the resources they need to live with dignity, and work for the social changes necessary to make society more responsive to people’s needs. Based on a strong liberal arts foundation, social work majors acquire the knowledge, skills and values necessary for the professional practice of social work.

Graduates of the program are employed in public and voluntary social agencies in settings such as child and adult protective services, hospitals, mental health centers, schools, correctional institutions, nursing homes and many others. Bachelor of Science in Social Work graduates are eligible to apply for Advanced Standing in many graduate programs in social work. Advanced standing gives graduate course credit for work completed in the undergraduate social work program, thus shortening the time needed to complete the requirements for the Master of Social Work degree.

The undergraduate curriculum in Social Work builds upon a solid liberal arts foundation with courses in human behavior and the social environment, social welfare policies and issues, social work research, social work practice and field instruction. During the junior and senior years, students complete internships in programs such as child protective services, medical social work, adolescent pregnancy prevention services, geriatric social work, community mental health services, and community organization. Sequencing of courses which are a prerequisite for enrollment into the Junior Year Field Experience is important.

Program Requirements

School of Social Work

5770 Social Work Building
The University of Maine
Orono, ME 04469

207.581.2389

lynne.gamperle@maine.edu

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First-Year & Transfer Contact

Kelly Jaksa

207.581.2405

kelly.jaksa@maine.edu

Sociology

Southern New Hampshire University

Online

Learn to analyze social factors and become an advocate for individual and community health with this online bachelor’s from Southern New Hampshire University.

Sociology Bachelor’s Degree Benefits:

  • Median annual salary of $74,000 for social and community service managers1
  • 12% projected job growth for social and community service managers through 20311
  • Multiple term starts throughout the year – complete your degree at your own pace
  • 24/7 online accessibility – attend class when and where it’s convenient
  • One of the lowest tuition rates in the nation

Courses May Include:
Sociology of the Family, Sociological Perspectives and Social Science Research Methods. Request degree information now.

Sources & Citations:
1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/social-and-community-service-managers.htm (viewed Oct. 25, 2022). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.