Mental Health Counseling Degree

The mental health counseling program at University of Maine at Machias prepares students for careers as a behavioral disorder counselor, counselor, marriage and family therapist, mental health counselor, substance abuse counselor, or vocational counselor. The program focuses on helping prevent or remediate personal problems, conflicts, and emotional crisis. Program courses include: human development, psychopathology, individual and group counseling, personality theory, career assessment, patient screening and referral, observation and testing techniques, interviewing skills, professional standards and ethics, and laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer mental health counseling degrees.

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University of Maine at Machias

Also known as University of Maine-Machias

23 University Drive, Fort Kent, ME

University of Maine at Machias provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Machias, ME and publically funded. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to teachers is due primarily to the limited enrollment, around 1000 students, maintained by University of Maine-Machias.

Areas of study available at University of Maine at Machias include but are not limited to:

• Behavioral Science
• General Studies
• Parks and Recreation
• Biology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to University of Maine-Machias achieve an SAT score within the range of 1200 - 1560, or an ACT composite score within the range of 17 - 24. 79% of students that apply are admitted to University of Maine-Machias, of which 43 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at umm.maine.edu.

The tuition at University of Maine at Machias varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $8,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs around $4,200 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.umm.maine.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Mental Health Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine-Machias offers a less than two-year award program in mental health counseling.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Mental Health Counselors

Description

Counsel with emphasis on prevention. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. May help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mental health counselors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).