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YourPace Human Services Certification

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The demand for skilled professionals in human services is growing rapidly, and the University of Maine at Presque Isle’s YourPace program is here to help you seize this opportunity. Whether you’re seeking to advance in your current role, shift careers, or gain foundational skills in social and human services, our online Human Services Certification provides the flexibility and affordability adult learners need to succeed.

This program is specifically designed for individuals with busy schedules who require an education that fits seamlessly into their lives. Unlike traditional programs, UMPI’s competency-based education allows you to progress as quickly as you demonstrate mastery of each subject, saving both time and money. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to expand your credentials or someone starting fresh in the field, this certification empowers you to build real-world skills that immediately apply to your career.

At UMPI, you’ll benefit from a supportive, accredited institution that prioritizes student success. With a curriculum grounded in psychosocial rehabilitation, ethical decision-making, crisis intervention, and case management, you’ll gain the essential tools to work effectively with individuals, families, and communities.

Start your journey toward a meaningful and rewarding career with a program designed for today’s workforce. Affordable tuition, flexible start dates, and 100% online learning mean there’s no better time to take the next step. Join the UMPI YourPace program and discover how education at your pace can open new doors.

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What Is Competency-Based Education?

Designed to leverage your previous knowledge, college coursework, and work experience, competency-based education enables you to earn your degree at your pace as you demonstrate mastery of relevant academic content.

How our YourPace online programs save you time and money:

  • Prove your knowledge, move ahead—the faster you advance, the more you save
  • Flat tuition rate per 8-week session, no matter how many courses you complete
  • With no weekly deadlines, you control the speed of completion*

*Time to completion varies by student and is based on several factors including prior college coursework, relevant work experience, amount of time dedicated to studying, and the number of courses completed each session.

Upcoming Session Dates

The Dates YourPace Students need to know

TermAPP DEADLINEDOCUMENT DEADLINECONFIRMATION DEADLINEREGISTRATION DEADLINETUITION DEADLINESTART DATECLASS END DATETerm Length
Fall 107/26/2408/02/2408/09/2408/27/2408/29/2409/03/2410/25/248 weeks
Fall 209/20/2409/27/2410/04/2410/22/2410/24/2410/28/2412/20/248 weeks
Spring 112/06/2412/13/2412/20/2401/07/2501/09/2501/13/2503/07/258 weeks
Spring 201/30/2502/07/2502/14/2503/04/2503/06/2503/10/2505/02/258 weeks
Summer 104/04/2504/11/2504/18/2505/06/2505/08/2505/12/2507/03/258 weeks
Summer 205/30/2506/06/2506/13/2507/01/2507/03/2507/07/2508/29/258 weeks

YourPace Human Services Program Offerings

The University of Maine at Presque Isle offers a Human Services Certification program in the YourPace modality designed to match your career goals. With flexible options and expert faculty, we provide the tools and support you need to succeed in the competitive field. Explore our program offerings below and find the perfect pathway to build your future.

Gain insights into our online Human Services Certification program

A certification in Human Services provides students with general knowledge and skills to work in a diverse range of human and social service organizations. Students develop foundational knowledge and skills to address individual and family issues and strengthen connections between individuals, family members, and/or members of the community. When taken together with the required MHRT/C certification courses, students need only take SWK 236 Psychosocial Rehabilitation to complete both certifications.

In-person Human Services Certification Program Options

Not interested in the YourPace modality?
We offer an on-campus in-person Human Services minor and other Social Work pathway to degree completion.

Dual Certification Opportunity

One unique aspect of UMPI’s Human Services Certification is the ability to earn dual credentials efficiently. Students who complete the required MHRT/C certification courses only need to take the SWK 236 – Psychosocial Rehabilitation course to achieve both certifications. This streamlined pathway not only saves time but also enhances your qualifications, making you more competitive in the job market. By combining essential competencies with practical, in-demand skills, UMPI empowers you to stand out in the human services field.

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YourPace Tuition

Learn more about our affordable tuition

The YourPace Human Services Certification Online Program offers an affordable flat tuition rate, ensuring you pay the same amount per session regardless of how many courses you complete. With no hidden fees or additional textbook costs, this flexible competency based education program allows you to save more the faster you finish. Whether you’re looking to accelerate your degree or complete courses at your own pace, you’ll benefit from transparent pricing and a cost-effective learning experience through the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

**Tuition and fees are subject to change

Tuition breakdown:

$1,700** per session

Flat-Rate Tuition

Frequently Asked YourPace Human Services Certification Questions

The Human Services Certification program is a fully online, competency-based program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to work effectively in human and social services roles. It focuses on areas such as psychosocial rehabilitation, case management, ethical practices, and crisis intervention.

The YourPace program offers a competency-based education model, allowing students to move at their own pace. Instead of adhering to rigid semester schedules, you progress as soon as you demonstrate mastery of a subject. This model provides flexibility, making it ideal for adult learners balancing education with work or personal commitments.

Yes, this program is 100% online. Students can complete coursework from anywhere, at any time, providing the ultimate flexibility for those with busy schedules.

Yes, UMPI allows students to transfer eligible credits from previous education. This can help reduce the number of courses you need to complete and further accelerate your progress through the program.

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Requirements for these Human Services Certification program offerings

We’ve made the admission process simple and streamlined so it’s easier for you to get started. Those interested in earning their competency based education degree in Human Services should have the equivalent of a high school diploma and possess some prior college credit and/or work experience.

Admission Requirements:

No Application Fee

Minimum 1.75 GPA

Admissions Requirements and Guidelines for Undergraduate Programs

  • Students must be 20 years of age at the time of application.
  • High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., HiSet, GED)
  • Minimum cumulative college of GPA 1.75 from most recently attended institution
    • Submission of all official transcripts:Transcripts are only considered official if they are sent directly to UMPI from the granting institution or their electronic ordering service. Student-submitted transcripts are not accepted.
  • Students who do not have any college credits must submit the following:
    • Provide high school transcript, high school equivalency test (HiSet), or GED

Instructions for international students:

  • All international transcripts will only be accepted if the student provides them through an evaluation service. The evaluation agency must be a member of NACES or AICE. We will not accept unofficial copies (e.g., from the student)
  • Canadian schools and universities from a French-only institution (mostly in the province of Quebec) must be evaluated
  • International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency by submitting scores from an English language proficiency test taken no more than two-years prior to date of application

Additional guidelines for international applicants may be found here.

Please Note: Student under 20 years of age do not meet the requirements for the YourPace programs. We do offer other programs that may meet your needs. If you would like more information about our traditional programs, please visit https://www.umpi.edu/admissions/. You can also reach out to the Admissions Office at umpi-admissions@maine.edu or by calling 207.768.9433.

Institutions and third-party vendors may submit official documents such as official transcripts and English proficiency exam score reports to: edocs@maine.edu

Mailing Address:

Application Processing Center
PO Box 412
Bangor, ME 04402-0412

YourPace Human Services Certification Courses

The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s YourPace Human Services Certification Program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in today’s dynamic landscape. Select the tab below to explore the degree option that aligns with your goals and start building a strong foundation for your future success.

Human Services Assistant Competencies


Graduates will be able to:
1. Engage and build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, developmental stages, and contexts.
2. Assess, collaboratively plan, and document clients’ current status and goals.
3. Work collaboratively and inclusively with a diverse range of clients and colleagues.
4. Demonstrate ethical practice through the use of ethical decision-making models, and adherence to relevant codes of ethics.
5. Explain the influence of the environmental context and the role of policy to enhance wellbeing.

Human Services Assistant Certification (18 Credits)


• SWK 236-Psychosocial Rehabilitation
• SWK 202-Ethics in the Helping Profession
• SWK 309-Case management-online distance
• SWK 105-Multiculturalism, Diversity, and Inclusion
• SWK 300-Social Welfare Policy
• SWK 381 Crisis Intervention

NECHE


The University of Maine at Presque Isle is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

University of Maine System


UMPI is a respected member of the University of Maine System.

C-BEN


UMPI is proud to be a member institution in the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN).

What can you do with a certification in Human Services?

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