Rehabilitation and Human Services, B.S.

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The mission of the Rehabilitation Services Program at the University of Maine at Farmington is to provide high-quality Bachelor’s level education and career guidance to students who wish to work in human services, including work with people with physical disabilities, intellectual and developmental disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, and substance use disorders. Students who wish to obtain the Maine State MHRT/C Certification, or the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Certificate (SART), or the nationally accredited Employment Specialist certification can discuss these opportunities with their academic advisor(s). Students entering the major must have a Criminal History Record Check prior to their practicum and internship.

Total Major Requirements 56 Credits

Major Requirements 40 Credits

REH 110 - Introduction to Disability: Facts and Fiction Credits: 3
REH 120 - Introduction to Social Services Credits: 3
REH 200 - Counseling and the Helping Relationship Credits: 3
REH 220 - Diversity, Social Justice, and Inclusion Credits: 3
REH 305 - Group Process in Human Services Credits: 3
REH 310 - Principles of Casework Credits: 3
REH 380 - Seminar in Professional Practice Credits: 3
REH 395 - Practicum in Rehabilitation and Human Services Credits: 4
REH 480 - Undergraduate Thesis in Rehabilitation Credits: 3
REH 495 - Internship in Rehabilitation and Human Services Credits: 12

Additional Requirements 16 Credits

BIO 150 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4 *
REH Electives Credits: 12
*May be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Notes:

MHRT Option

Students majoring in Rehabilitation may elect to include coursework to become eligible for Maine state certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician (MHRT/C). Eligibility is based on specific coursework and completion of the BS in Rehabilitation.

Required Courses
REH 249 - Psychiatric Rehabilitation Credits: 3
REH 250 - Addictive Behaviors and Recovery Credits: 3
REH 270 - Fundamentals of Vocational Counseling and Placement Credits: 3
REH 420 - Trauma and Resiliency Credits: 3
Required courses must be taken at UMF, with a minimum grade of B- required in each. Upon graduation from the program, the transcript will reflect MHRT/C eligible.

Other Requirements

General Education Requirements

For specific information about general education requirements and expectations, see the General Education Requirements in the Academic Programs section of this catalog.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a Rehabilitation and Human Services major, students must have:

Grades of B- or higher in all major requirements and MHRT/C requirements;
A cumulative GPA of 2.500 or higher.
Students who do not receive a B- or higher in ONE of their Major or MHRT/C courses may apply to the Program Coordinator for a one-time exemption of the B- requirement, as long as they earned at least a C- in that course.

Minimum Total Credits for The Degree: 120

Learning Goals and Assessment

Learning Goals:

The Rehabilitation Services Program will:

Increase the number of qualified, bachelor’s level professionals in the human services workforce.

Advocate for the development of inclusive environments on campus, in communities, and in professional venues.

Assert the importance of human rights, choice, and autonomy for recipients of human services.

Student Learning Objectives:

1. Students will be able to articulate knowledge of :

The lived experience of disability and other limiting conditions
The diagnostic process, implications, and limitations
The laws and policies that affect provision of human services and support the rights of people who use these services.
Evidence-based practices in human services
Adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and its lasting implications in people’s lives
Theoretical models of rehabilitation and human services
The social services, supports, and resources available in the provision of human services and rehabilitation, including vocational rehabilitation and independent living.

2. Students will demonstrate professional skills, including to:

Develop working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and people who use services.
Use attentive listening
Complete intakes and planning with people who receive services
Analyze problems with critical thinking
Engage supervision when professional guidance is needed
Use professional networks to maintain quality referral sources for people who use services
Advocate appropriately and effectively for people who use services

3. Students will display knowledge of ethical and social responsibility, including:

Their rights and responsibilities relating to professional ethical codes, including their scope of practice
The importance of autonomy and informed choice for people who use services
The power of empathy and compassion in service delivery
Advocating for social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in communities
Their continuous self-reflection, learning, and professional development