Contact
Linda Morrison, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
lmorrison@une.edu
Minor Description
The Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician Certification (MHRT/C) is one of the most sought-after certifications in the state of Maine. It is required for individuals working in positions funded by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, as well as other human service organizations. The É«ÏãÊÓƵSchool of Social and Behavioral Sciences has been approved by the state to offer a program of study, through the Mental Health Rehabilitation (MHR) minor, that provides full certification upon graduation. Graduates need only send an official copy of their transcript and the completed paperwork to the Muskie School Center for Learning, and no additional payment is required. The paperwork to be completed can be downloaded at: or online at:
Curricular Requirements
A student with a GPA of at least 2.25 and any undergraduate major at É«ÏãÊÓƵ (except BSW students as they already receive MHRT certification as part of their major) may minor in Mental Health Rehabilitation (MHR) with the approval of the Director or Assistant Director of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences or the minor program contact. Declarations must occur prior to the completion of the first semester of the senior year.
Psychology majors declaring a minor in MHR are discouraged from double-dipping credits across the minor and major requirements such as PSY 236, 375, or 410.
A minimum of twenty-one (21) hours of approved course credit with a minimum grade of C- in each is required for the minor in MHR as follows (students completing the seven (7) courses identified below are eligible for the MHRT/C certificate from the state of Maine):
| Program Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSY 105 – Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 205 – Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 236 – Mental Health and Society | 3 |
| PSY 250 – Lifespan Development | 3 |
| PSY 375 – Trauma and Health | 3 |
| PSY 410 – Theories of Clinical/Counseling Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 240 – Race, Class, and Gender | 3 |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 21 |
|---|
Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.
Transfer Credit
Courses completed at another accredited college can be transferred to this degree program only with permission of the Director or Assistant Director of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences or the minor program contact. Transferred courses must be reasonably close in scope and content to the required courses offered at É«ÏãÊÓƵ in order to count as exact equivalents. Otherwise, they may transfer as general electives. All courses completed must be no older than five (5) years.
Other restrictions apply. See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.
Admissions
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Financial Information
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees for subsequent years may vary. Other expenses include books and housing. For more information regarding tuition and fees, please consult the Financial Information section of this catalog.
Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog
This catalog outlines the academic programs, degree criteria, policies, and events of the É«ÏãÊÓƵfor the 2025–2026 academic year and serves as the official guide for academic and program requirements for students enrolling at the University during the Summer of 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 semesters.
The information provided is accurate as of its publication date on April 30, 2025.
The É«ÏãÊÓƵreserves the right to modify its programs, calendar, or academic schedule as deemed necessary or beneficial. This includes alterations to course content, class rescheduling, cancellations, or any other academic adjustments. Changes will be communicated as promptly as possible.
While students may receive guidance from academic advisors or program directors, they remain responsible for fulfilling the requirements outlined in the catalog relevant to their enrollment year and for staying informed about any updates to policies, provisions, or requirements.