About Our Education, Human Services & Social and Behavioral Science Pathway
If you’re interested in human development and behavior and want to make a difference in the lives of others, we offer what you need to succeed. Our programs provide the foundational skills and experience for you to enter directly into a rewarding career or continue your education in fields such as teaching, mental health, social work, psychology, history, political science, and more.
What opportunities can this pathway provide?
Launch Your Career
SMCC graduates have started their careers at top-notch employers like:
- Spurwink
- Sweetser
- Area Preschools & Primary Schools
- Maine Historical Society
- Maine State Legislature
- Maine State Government
- Maine Vocational and Rehabilitation Associates
- Pine Tree Recovery
- Opportunity Alliance
- And more!
Continue Your Education
SMCC graduates have used our transfer agreements to continue their education at:
- Saint Joseph’s College
- University of Maine
- University of Maine Augusta
- University of Maine Farmington
- University of New England
What training and programs are available?
Short-term Training
Learn skills to enter the workforce quickly, and if desired return to earn a certificate or associate degree. Grant-funded opportunities (free of charge to trainees) available.
Workforce Training
Associate Degrees & Certificates
Earn a degree or certificate and enter the workforce or continue your education at a four-year college.
Associate Degrees
- Early Childhood Education Degree
- Education (K-12) Degree
- Human Services Degree
- Liberal Studies Degree: History focus
- Liberal Studies Degree: Political Science focus
- Liberal Studies Degree: Psychology focus
- Liberal Studies Degree: Social Work focus
Certificates
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