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Degrees Offered
- Associate of Science in Mental Health & Human Services
- Bachelor of Science in Mental Health & Human Services (Concentrations: Mental Health & Human Services Generalist, Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation, Addiction Counseling, Child and Family Services)
- Post Baccalaureate of Science in Mental Health & Human Services
Undergraduate Level Certificates Offered
- Child & Youth Care Practitioner
- Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community
- Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Technician
Graduate Level Certificates Offered
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Mental Health and Human Services Program will be able to:
- Apply the current evidence-based practices to work in the behavioral health and human services fields,
- Apply, implement and provide community support, case management, crisis services, and psychosocial rehabilitation,
- Apply the appropriate use of information for assessment, planning and documenting to meet the needs of service delivery,
- Apply appropriate interviewing and counseling techniques, supportive interventions, and evaluate related outcomes,
- Collaborate effectively within teams in a variety of settings, and
- Perform in accordance with ethical practice guidelines.
Demographic Information
UMA Student Body (2024-2025): 5,735
MHHS Total Students: 467
MHHS Bachelors + Post Bac: 362
MHHS Associates Degree: 58
Grad Certificate Sub Use Disorders (GCSUD): 14
Full-Time Equivalent Students, Undergraduate (All UMA): 2,305
Fall 2024 UMA Student Profiles
| Comparison Category | UMA Student Profile (N=4412) | MHHS BS Student Profile (N=288) | MHHS AS Student Profile (N=51) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gender | 65% Female 35% Male | 87% Female 13% Male | 77% Female 23% Male |
| Race | 78% White 17% Minority 5% Unknown | 85% White 13% Minority 2% Unknown | 88% White 13% Minority 0% Unknown |
| Average Age | 27 | 34 | 36 |
| Age Range | 30% <18 years old 26% 18-24 years old 44% 25+ years old | 0%<18 years old 23% 18-24 years old 77% 25+ years old | 0% <18 years old 13% 18-24 years old 88% 25+ years old |
| Veteran/Active Military | 5% self-identified | 6% self-identified | 0% self-identified |
| Residency | 92% In-state 7% Out of State 1% International | 96% In-state 4% Out of State 0% International | 100% In-state 0% Out of State 0% International |
| Enrollment Status | 72% part-time 28% full-time | 52% part-time 48% full-time | 77% part-time 23% full-time |
Fall 2024 Student Profiles
| Comparison Category | UMA Student Profile (N=5735) | MHHS BS Student Profile (N=362) | MHHS AS Student Profile (N=58) | MHHS Grad Cert (N=10) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Generation | 38% | 74% | 74% | — |
| Financial Aid Recipient | 43% | 86% | 88% | — |
| Pell Grant Recipient | 28% | 69% | 64% | — |
| Enrollment | 32% First-Time 50% Transfer Students 15% Readmit Students | 20% First-Time 54% Transfer Students 25% Readmit Students | 20% First-Time 47% Transfer Students 33% Readmit Students | 100% Graduate Admit |
Data reflects Fall 2024 – Spring 2025, compiled by L.M. and summarized by W.S. in March, 2025.
Admissions & Enrollment Trends
MHHS Program Total New Undergraduate Admissions
Combined Summer + Fall + Spring for each AY
MHHS Associate’s Degree Enrollment – Fall
MHHS Bachelor’s Degree Enrollment AY 20 – AY 24
All Bachelor’s Concentrations + Post Baccalaureate
MHHS Undergraduate Certificate Enrollments
Fall AY 20 – AY 24
MHHS Graduate Certificate Enrollments from Program Start
Fall 2020 (AY21) – Spring 2024 (AY24)
Student Retention
New Admissions Student Retention by Term (Fall 2020 – Fall 2023) by Bachelors Degree
Data describes student retention. This means that a new student who started in the UMA Mental Health and Human Services degree program returned during subsequent semesters to continue their education. The data only includes students who were new admissions. It does not include readmissions. Retention is tracked from fall admission to if they returned in the spring semester. It is also tracked to see if that student returned the following fall semester (1 year retention) and two fall semesters later (2 year retention).
In the fall semester 2020 the UMA Mental Health and Human Services (MHHS) Program admitted ninety-four (94) new students to the Bachelors of Science in MHHS (BS MHHS) degree program. In the spring semester 2021, seventy-seven (77) of those students returned to UMA (82% retention rate). After one year, fifty-five (55) students returned in fall 2021 to UMA (59% retention rate). After two years, forty-six (46) students returned in fall 2022 to UMA (49% retention rate).
In the fall semester 2021 the UMA Mental Health and Human Services (MHHS) Program admitted ninety-eight (98) new students to the Bachelors of Science in MHHS (BS MHHS) degree program. In the spring semester 2022, eighty-two (82) of those students returned to UMA (84% retention rate). After one year, fifty-nine (59) students returned in fall 2022 to UMA (60% retention rate). After two years, fifty-three (53) students returned in fall 2023 to UMA (54% retention rate).
In the fall semester 2022 the UMA Mental Health and Human Services (MHHS) Program admitted eighty-three (83) new students to the Bachelors of Science in MHHS (BS MHHS) degree program. In the spring semester of 2023, sixty-two (62) of those students returned to UMA (75% retention rate). After one year in the fall semester 2023, fifty (50) students returned to UMA (60% retention rate). After two years, thirty-seven (37) students returned in fall 2024 to UMA (45% retention rate).
In the fall semester 2023 the UMA Mental Health and Human Services (MHHS) Program admitted eighty-four (84) new students to the Bachelors of Science in MHHS (BS MHHS) degree program. In the spring semester 2024, sixty-five (65) of those students returned to UMA (77% retention rate). After one year, in fall 2024, fifty-three (53) students returned to UMA (63% retention rate). There is no data available yet for two year retention for fall semester 2025.
Student Outcomes: Degree Completions
Over the past five academic years, the MHHS program has celebrated the achievements of over 450 graduates across associate’s, bachelor’s, certificate, and graduate certificate levels. These numbers highlight both the breadth of opportunities within the program and the consistent success of our students.
- Associate’s Degree in MHHS: 35 completions (2020–2025)
- Bachelor’s Degree in MHHS (including Post-Baccalaureate): 269 completions (2020–2025)
- Graduate Certificate in Substance Use Disorders: 27 completions since 2021
- Undergraduate Certificates: 92 completions combined
These steady outcomes show that the MHHS program provides multiple pathways for students to achieve their academic and professional goals, whether they are beginning with an undergraduate certificate or an associate’s, continuing on to a bachelor’s, or advancing with specialized certificates.
| Program of Completion | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. in MHHS | 7 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 35 |
| B.S. in MHHS | 62 | 49 | 40 | 60 | 48 | 259 |
| B.S. in MHHS – PB | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| Cert – Child and Youth Care | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | – | 8 |
| Cert – Human Services | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Cert – MH Rehab T/C | 8 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 31 |
| Cert – Sub Abuse Reh Tech | 10 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 52 |
| DMJ – SART Certificate | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Grad Cert – Substance Use Disorders | – | 10 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 27 |
| Minor in Addiction Studies | 3 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 18 |
| Minor in Early Childhood Services | – | 4 | 1 | 3 | – | 8 |
| Minor in Geriatric Human Services | 3 | – | – | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Minor in Grief Loss and Trauma | 1 | 3 | – | – | – | 4 |
| Minor in Human Services | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 23 |
| Total | 102 | 107 | 77 | 108 | 90 | 484 |
Alumni Outcomes and Program Impact
To evaluate how well the Bachelor of Science in Mental Health and Human Services (MHHS) prepares students for professional success, the program conducted alumni surveys in Spring 2024 (30 respondents) and Spring 2025 (12 respondents). While we recognize that the number of respondents is limited and does not yet provide a statistically significant sample, these early results offer valuable insights into the paths our graduates are pursuing.
- Employment: The majority of graduates reported being employed since graduation, with 90% employed in 2024 and 92% in 2025. Of those, 74% were employed directly in human services, most in full-time roles.
- Continuing Education: Many graduates are continuing their education, with 37% of 2024 respondents and 42% of 2025 respondents attending graduate school.
- Licensure & Certification: Alumni reported earning professional credentials including the MHRT/C, LADC, LSX, and CADC, demonstrating that graduates are advancing into licensed and certified roles within the field.
- Program Value: Among employed alumni, 75–76% stated that their BS in MHHS degree directly helped them secure employment.
Together, these findings highlight how MHHS graduates are applying their education in meaningful ways—through employment, graduate study, and professional credentialing. As we continue to collect additional data, these results will guide ongoing program improvements and demonstrate our graduates’ success in the workforce and beyond.
Data in these reports was compiled by UMA OIRA Team and Dr. W. St. Pierre 09/09/2025
Advisory Board
The purpose of the MHHS program Advisory Board is to be the “ears and eyes” in the field, to welcome professional wisdom for program enhancements, to bridge the gap between academia and workforce development, to advise on program development, and to participate in the accreditation process.
Advisory Board Members
- Lisa Bullard DHHS Office of Child & Family Services (OCFS) – Recruiter for DHHS/OCFS
- Karen Dow Sweetser – Manager of Volunteer Services and Internships
- Dr. Deborah Drew Husson University-Director of Graduate Programs in Counseling
- Jacke Hicks Current UMA Mental Health and Human Services Bachelor’s degree
- Amanda Kinsey Capital Clubhouse-Director – Kennebec Behavioral Health (KBH)
- Dr. Kim Lane UMA Professor of Mental Health & Human Services
- Lisa Martin Human Resources Manager – WINGS
- Nora Morse Director of Best Practices – Spurwink
- Dr. Wendy St. Pierre UMA Associate Professor of Mental Health and Human Services & Academic Coordinator
- Elizabeth Wright Director of Youth Education NAMI – Maine, UMA MHHS Alumni
Updated January 31, 2025