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Fall 2023 Courses

Early Childhood

Educational Leadership

English Language Learning

Nature Based and Outdoor Learning

Professional Writing

STEAM for Early Childhood and Elementary Educators

Human Resources

Mathematics Education, Intervention and Coaching

Special Education Masters Degree, Graduate Certificate & SPARC

Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology Full Time

Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology Part Time

Course Descriptions


ECH 504 Early Childhood Policy and Research
 Participants in this course will investigate the current field of early childhood care and education from the perspectives of leadership, advocacy, policy and research. An analysis of the influence and impact of national, state and local politics on early childhood policy will include an examination of involved stakeholders, both external and internal to government entities. Students will explore current issues in early childhood policy and research by reading and understanding research on selected current topics in early childhood. Students may opt to complete a mini-internship in a policy research institute or project.
Prerequisites: All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree. Enrollment in UMF M.S.Ed. Early Childhood Program, or permission of instructor
Instructor: Donna Karno
Format/Location: Online/UMF online with in person and Zoom meetings
Dates/Days/Times: August 28th- December 8th Meeting: in person(UMF) 9/9 9:00-3:00, Zoom 10/12 7:00- 9:00 PM, in person(UMF) 11/4 9:00-3:00, Zoom 10/7 7:00-9:00 PM
Class Number: 28966


ECH 533 Advanced Foundations of Child Development
This course is an examination of the historical, philosophical, and theoretical basis of inclusive early childhood education today. The class traces the history and philosophy of education in early childhood and how they impact education practice. Social, economic and political forces will be analyzed within the context of shaping early childhood education. The course examines children’s behavior and learning within education contexts, with particular emphasis on inclusive environments. This course will fulfill a course towards attainment of the Maine state Birth-5 081 teaching certificate.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MS Ed in Early Childhood program, or permission of program director
Instructor: Melissa Clawson
Format/Location: Online synchronous
Dates/Days/Times: August 28th- December 8th. Zoom meetings: 8/29, 9/26, 10/24 and 11/28 6:30-8:30 PM
Class Number: 28967


EDU 550 School Law for Administrators
This course is a survey of the legal bases of public education in the United States and of contemporary legal issues and cases affecting the practice of school administration. Although the primary objective is to acquaint the student with the legal principles governing public education in the nation and the State of Maine, special attention will be given to those topics of school law which are, or should be, of immediate concern to the practicing school administrator.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Paul Knowles
Format/Location: Online synchronous
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th Zoom meetings: 9/16, 10/14 and 11/18 9:00-2:00
Class Number: 28970


EDU 551 Changing Educational Organizations in a Diverse World
This course is designed to provide an overview of educational organizations and the change process with attention to the impact of diversity on the local context. It draws on literature about organizational behavior, change, diversity, leadership, and professional learning communities. The course begins with an analysis of organizations and moves to a focused examination of the change process. Specifically it will support a framework that acknowledges the important role that families, communities, and culture play on educational practice.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Kathryn Will
Format/Location: Online synchronous
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th Zoom meetings:9/9, 10/28 and 12/2 8:00-11:00 AM
Class Number: 28972


EDU 552 Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel
This course provides an overview of supervisory practice in public schools. It draws upon effective schools, effective teaching, teacher and adult development, and supervisory practice literature as a foundation for direct assistance to teachers and general supervisory work. The course includes Maine State Law regarding hiring and dismissal practices, just cause, contract issues, dismissal, non-renewal, progressive discipline, and complaint investigation.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Jonathan Moody
Format/Location: Online/ UMF
Dates/Days/Times: Online September 5th- December 8th on campus (UMF) meetings : 9/9, 11/4 and 12/9
Class Number: 28976


EDU 554 Internship in School Leadership
This course will be designed to allow students to demonstrate competency with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. Students will complete the 320 hour internship as required by the Department of Education for building leaders; and will be designed in collaboration with the student, the internship mentor, and the instructor of EDU 554. The field experience will be combined with an applied research project in school leadership; and is designed to encourage the application of formal coursework to the leadership issues faced by school leaders.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Paul Knowles
Format/Location: Online the synchronous Zoom meetings
Dates/Days/Times: Year long course starting September 9th. Zoom meetings: 9/30, 10/28, 12/2, 1/20/, 3/16 and 4/13
Class Number: 28989


EDU 582 Research Methods in Education
This course is designed to introduce educators to different methodological frameworks in educational research and become more familiar with a range of research designs and practices. Participants will select an area of inquiry and begin an in-depth analysis of the research on this topic.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Libby Cohen
Format/Location: Online with synchronous Zoom meetings
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th -December 8th Zoom meetings: 9/16, 9/23, 12/2 10:30-12:30
Class Number: 28979


EDU 584 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment II: Data Informed Decision Making for Digital Age Teaching and Learning
This course is designed to provide teacher leaders with opportunities to develop a deeper level of understanding of data analysis focused on student learning, representation, and communication to intended audiences. Participants in this course will investigate data-informed leadership processes through the cycle of program evaluation: design, implementation, management, and evaluation. The effects of reform initiatives on the stakeholders in educational environments will be investigated and critiqued. An emphasis is placed on developing a collaborative culture in educational environments that enhances teacher agency, builds instructional capacity, and maximizes efforts to meet students’ needs.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) EDU 583 or instructor permission
Instructor: Meredith Swallow
Format/Location: Online with synchronous Zoom meetings
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th – December 15th Zoom meetings : 9/19, 10/28 and 12/2
Class Number: 28981


EDU 504 Multilingual Learners: Equity, Inclusion and Family Engagement
This course will help participants understand the importance of equity, inclusion, and advocacy while fostering culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) family engagement. Students will identify how culture, cultural diversity, and cultural sensitivity apply to working with Multilingual Learners, their families, and their communities.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: CJ Howard
Format/Location: Online Synchronous 
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th December 8th Zoom meetings: 9/30, 10/28 and 12/2 8:30-12:30
Class Number: 29287


EDU 539 Introduction to Nature-based Education and Outdoor Learning
This course focuses on preparing educators for meaningful experiences with outdoor learning and provides an overview of nature-based education, its foundations and approaches. Students will learn about the history and theories, benefits for learners, the variety of programs possible, the educator’s role, high quality practices, and available resources needed for nature-based education in their own unique locations. This course is suitable for educators at all levels, beginning and aspiring environmental educators as well as those seeking additional professional development, including classroom teachers and nontraditional educators in a variety of settings.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Patti Bailie
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th on campus meetings : 9/23, 10/21 and 11/18 9:00-3:00
Class Number: 29169


EDU 524 – Advanced Mathematics Methods for Elementary School
This course is designed for elementary teachers who wish to increase both their math content knowledge and the methods they use to teach math content. Participants will increase their content knowledge in the mathematics they teach; increase their understanding of how children learn mathematics; increase their understanding of themselves as a mathematicians; increase their confidence as math teachers; increase their familiarity with the variety of math resources and materials available; increase their knowledge of the national math standards as well as the current research on math education; increase their ability to create a constructivist mathematics curriculum.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Shannon Larson
Format/Location: UMF Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th meetings: in person (UMF) 9/16 9:00-2:30, Zoom 10/24 3:30-5:30 (optional), in person (UMF) 11/18 9:00-2:30
Class Number: 28968


EDU 525 Developing Formative Assessment Practices in the Mathematics Classroom
The course will examine principles and aspects of formative assessment with a focus on establishing conceptual based mathematics learning targets, gathering and analyzing evidence of students’ thinking related to the learning target, providing feedback to students and deeply involving students in processes that will help them move their own learning forward. Research review, discussions, in-class exercises, practical experiences and action research on the integration of these formative assessment aspects within mathematics instruction will be an integral part of this course.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Shannon Larsen
Format/Location: UMF Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th meetings: in person(UMF) 9/9 and 10/14 9:00-2:30
Class Number: 28969


EDU 561 Math Methods 7-12
This course includes methodological, curricular and professional issues in mathematics education, grades 6-12. Focus includes the following topics: Teaching and preparing for Proficiency Based Education, response to Intervention structures and pedagogies; high school and middle school math content; use of materials; problem solving; use of technology; State Standards; professional development and leadership. Particular attention is given to the use of instructional technology, and the application of how-we-learn brain research in the mathematics classroom.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Brian Twitchell
Format/Location: UMF Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th meetings: in person(UMF) 9/16, 10/28 and 12/2 9:00-2:00
Class Number: 28976


EDU 549 Design Thinking for Early Learners and Elementary
This course immerses learners in the iterative processes of design thinking to address authentic and relevant problems of practice in their educational communities with a focus on STEAM. Participants will attain the ability to leverage design thinking to address educational challenges in their learning communities creating innovative solutions to meet learner needs.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Meredith Swallow
Format/Location: Online Synchronous
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th. Meeting dates TBD
Class Number: 29490


BUS 500 Introduction to Human Resources
The objective of this course is to provide the student with a fundamental background in all the functional areas of human resources such as recruiting, selecting, training, developing, and evaluating personnel. Human resource management teaches theories and practices related to hiring processes, administrative services, performance management, staff administration, and employee performance appraisal to students to learn how to motivate and enhance employees’ contributions to maximize the productivity of an organization. Various current topics in human resources will be discussed such as reverse discrimination, sex discrimination, sexual harassment, managerial obsolescence, labor law, collective bargaining, Artificial Intelligence as well as international human resource management.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Waleck Dalpour
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- October 24th
Class Number: 29316


SED 503 Preparing Students for the Future: Transition Programming, Self-determination and Advocacy
This course prepares future special education teachers at the middle and secondary level to meet the transition requirements of IDEA by exploring issues and strategies for preparing adolescents and young adults with disabilities for the transition from school to adult life. We will explore these issues and strategies within the context of ecological models of human development. Students will: understand federal and state mandates for transition planning and historical perspectives of transition, explore and describe the five areas of transition, implement effective strategies for dealing with diversity and gender equity issues, implement key transition assessments and curricula, develop student-centered transition plans, and demonstrate an awareness of how community agencies can collaborate to improve outcomes for youth with disabilities.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Lauri Lemieux
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: November 6th- December 18th (8 week)
Class Number: 29446


SED 506 Assessment in Special Education
This course examines assessment practices for children and youth from 3-20 years and provides a variety of hands-on experiences in using various assessment approaches including observations, curriculum-based measurement, and standardized instruments. This course includes opportunities to construct and use both formative and summative assessments, emphasizing the links between pre-assessment, program planning and instruction, and monitoring progress. Each student will work with a focus child or youth in their area of specialization to gain practice in constructing, evaluating, and implementing informal assessments, evaluating formal assessments and interpreting assessment information for other educators and parents. Each student will build skills and knowledge in increasing cultural competence related to assessment practices. During this course, we will also explore a variety of current issues including universal design, test accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Danielle Williams
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th
Class Number: 28982


SED 507 Curriculum and Instructional Programming for Students with Disabilities
Students will explore basic principles of curriculum development and instructional programming for students with disabilities. Students will focus on how to develop clear instructional goals and objectives for Individual Education Plans and then how to construct daily instructional programs to accomplish these goals and objectives. Students will explore current theory and practice regarding direct instruction as it applies to teaching reading and related skills
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 11th- November 5th
Class Number: 29011


SED 508 Classroom and Behavior Management of Students with Disabilities
Students will explore basic principles of classroom and behavior management from prevention of problems through the development of a variety of positive responses to chronic misbehavior in special education and regular classroom settings. Students will develop and conduct a number of classroom application projects designed to improve the behavior of individuals and groups of students. Students will also review current research on effective classroom and behavior management.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Kate Macleod
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times:September 5th- December 8th
Class Number: 28983


SED 514 Literacy Development for All Students
This course introduces research-based approaches to (1) the assessment of and for literacy, and (2) the implementation of methods, materials, strategies, and techniques for supporting literacy learning of all individuals, including those with disabilities. Although this course focuses on the special needs of individuals with disabilities or who are at risk, individuals taking this course will learn ways to address the needs of all students in grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 and adults who struggle to read and write or to improve their reading and writing skills. Topics include: assessment, print awareness, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, spelling, writing, and teaching reading and writing to English language learners. Opportunities will be provided for participants to explore independent learning on key course topics.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Libby Cohen
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th
Class Number: 28984


SED 515 – Early Intervention: Working with Infants & Toddlers w/Disabilities & Their Families
This course addresses various aspects of early intervention services including teaming with families; understanding development and risk during prenatal, natal, and postnatal stages; studying models for working with young children with disabilities and their families in natural environments; and examining infant and toddler program development and curriculum. Students will identify and use current research to increase personal knowledge and skills, applying their findings to present work settings.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Ilana Lesser
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: August 28th- December 8th
Class Number: 28986


SED 518 Special Ed Law
This course will provide prospective and practicing educators and school administrators with a working knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and regulations related to students with disabilities. Laws and regulations pertaining to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Maine special education regulations, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will be discussed. Major course topics include Special Education eligibility and IEP development, student discipline, and curriculum access. The historical significance and practical application of laws affecting students with disabilities in school will be emphasized. In particular, the focus of the course will be on making effective educational decisions for students with disabilities.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Brian Cavanaugh
Format/Location:Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th
Class Number: 28987


SED 519 Assistive Technology
This course introduces students to assistive technology (AT). Course participants will investigate the use of assistive technology devices and services for individuals with disabilities. A range of technology will be examined from “low tech” devices that are inexpensive or easily modified to “high tech” devices that are expensive. Evaluation approaches, determination of appropriate uses of assistive technology, and funding will be explored. Methods and strategies for implementing assistive technology with students who require varying levels of support across settings and ages will be a primary focus.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Brianna Grumstrup
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th
Class Number: 28988


SED 531 Curriculum and Instruction for Learners Who Are Gifted
This course emphasizes the development of curricular and instructional opportunities to address characteristics and needs of the gifted child. Topics include: complexity and abstractness; differentiation from mainstream curriculum; modification of content, process, product, and learning environments; creative and critical thinking skills; the study of major ideas, issues, problems and themes across content areas; development of understanding of self and others; promotion of self-directed learning; career education; scope and sequence; and integration with district standards.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: TBA
Format/Location: Online
Dates/Days/Times: TBA
Class Number: TBA


SED 551 Advanced Intervention Methods
This course focuses on identifying, selecting, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based inclusive practices within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) framework. In particular, candidates will explore in-depth the data-based individualization process, including the design and implementation of intensive, individualized, research-based interventions. As a requirement of the course, candidates will engage in field-based activities that provide real-world opportunities for translating theory and research into practice and applying several High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Jessica Apgar
Format/Location: Online with synchronous meetings
Dates/Days/Times: September 5th- December 8th. Zoom meetings: 9/23, 10/21 and 11/18 9:00-1:00
Class Number: 29008


SED 598 Inclusive Education Reform: a Social Justice Approach to School and Systemwide Reform
This course will explore how educators (teachers and administrators) can establish an inclusive vision and advocate to create a school or systemwide plan for equitable and excellent learning for all students. We will examine historical, legal, practical and theoretical perspectives on the culture and systems of special education and inclusive schooling. Students will study the research, issues, and outcomes from school leaders and educational researchers committed to advancing equity, social justice, and inclusive school reform. By the end of the course, students will have a deep historical, theoretical, and ethical understanding of inclusive school reform, as well as experience with practical tools, analysis, and applications to seek, create, and sustain equitable schools, especially for marginalized students.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
Instructor: Kate Macleod
Format/Location: Online with Synchronous Zoom Meetings
Dates/Days/Times:September 5th- December 8th. Zoom meetings: 9/9, 10/7, 11/4, 12/2 9:00-Noon
Class Number: 29009


PSY500 Creative Arts in Counseling
This highly experiential course will provide a foundational understanding of what the Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies are and how they are used in a wide variety of settings. The Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies include art therapy, music therapy, dance-movement therapy, drama therapy, psychodrama, creative writing/poetry therapy, play therapy, and sandtray therapy. Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies embrace the use of creative self-expression as a path toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. The creative process allows expression of experiences that are often deeper than words and beyond our awareness.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Bodhi Simpson
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 11:15-12:30
Class Number: TBA


PSY500 Creative Arts in Counseling for Part Time
This highly experiential course will provide a foundational understanding of what the Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies are and how they are used in a wide variety of settings. The Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies include art therapy, music therapy, dance-movement therapy, drama therapy, psychodrama, creative writing/poetry therapy, play therapy, and sandtray therapy. Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies embrace the use of creative self-expression as a path toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. The creative process allows expression of experiences that are often deeper than words and beyond our awareness.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: TBA
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 9th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Saturdays. Time TBA
Class Number: TBA


PSY505 Prof. Orientation & Ethics in Counsel
This course will provide an overview of the professional history, standards, and practices of the clinical professional counselor. Students will be able to recognize the ethical principles and legal issues related to the clinical role and to utilize this knowledge in their work with clients and colleagues. Students will become familiar with the American Counseling Association Code of Ethical Standards, the American Mental Health Counseling Association Code of Ethics and the various statutory requirements that impact professional credentialing and work with clients. Students will be supported in the development of becoming a mental health professional through the exploration of self-in-role, readings, case studies, and discussions on selected topics in mental health practice.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: TBA
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 3:00-4:15
Class Number: TBA


PSY510 Fund. of Counseling Theories & Skills 1
This course introduces students to the fundamental counseling skills that underlie effective, evidence-based psychotherapy. The class combines theoretical knowledge of counseling with peer practice of fundamental counseling skills.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Natasha Lekes
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 9:00-11:00
Class Number: TBA


PSY510 Fund. of Counseling Theories & Skills 1 for Part Time
This course introduces students to the fundamental counseling skills that underlie effective, evidence-based psychotherapy. The class combines theoretical knowledge of counseling with peer practice of fundamental counseling skills.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Natasha Lekes
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 9th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Saturdays, time TBA
Class Number: TBA


PSY515 Social & Cultural Foundations
This course will expose students to issues of ethnicity, race, gender, socioeconomic status, culture, sexual orientation, physical and psychological disability, religion, age, language, etc. as these relate to their development as clinical counselors. Theories of multicultural counseling, identity development, multicultural competencies, social justice, and strategies for working with and advocating for individuals, couples, families, groups, and communities will be reviewed. Students will explore their own attitudes and beliefs through written assignments, texts, class discussions and films to increase their understanding of self and diverse populations.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: TBA
Format/Location: Online Synchronous with Zoom meetings
Dates/Days/Times:September 6th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Wednesday night 6:00-7:30
Class Number: TBA


PSY520 Research Methods
This course will familiarize students with clinically relevant research methods (e.g. surveys, experimental, quasi-experimental, and single case. Students will understand the connection between research methods and evidence based practice. In addition, this course will include an examination of the ACA and APA ethical guidelines for conducting research, and issues of diversity in research and evaluation. An overview of statistical concepts and terminology related to research methods will be included.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Karol Maybury
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 11:15-12:30
Class Number: TBA


PSY560 Measurement & Assessment
This course will provide students with an overview of the theoretical and practical basis for assessment. Students will develop an understanding of how reliability, validity and psychometric statistics are applied to the development of psychological assessments before being introduced to a wide range of assessment instruments. Ethical application of tests will be a theme throughout the course. The importance of interviewing the client, considering the client’s intersecting identities, and utilizing measurement results in treatment planning will be discussed in the context of assessment.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Karla Diffin
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 1:30-2:45
Class Number: TBA


PSY565 Addictive Disorders
This course prepares students for work with clients who present with substance use and other addictive disorders. Assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and interventions throughout the stages of misuse, abuse, dependency, and recovery will be addressed. Students will also explore and develop skills in motivational interviewing, harm reduction and a variety of other treatment modalities.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Chad White
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 3:00-4:15
Class Number: TBA


PSY570 Special Topics in Creative Arts 2
This course will provide students with course work that will assist them in their pursuit of becoming a therapist who incorporates creative expression into their practice. This course will offer students experiential learning in the field of Creative Arts Therapies. One of the goals of this program is for students to immerse themselves in the experience of creative expression and to explore their creative interests and professional identity as it relates to incorporating creativity into clinical practice. This course may be offered Pass/Fail.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Bodhi Simpson
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 1:30-2:45
Class Number: TBA


PSY575 Internship 1
Internship I is the first course in a two semester internship sequence. This course compliments the supervised practical experience to be gained concurrently at the student’s field work placement in a clinical counseling setting. These experiences will allow students to perform all the activities that a regularly employed licensed clinical, professional counselor would be expected to perform. Students must complete a total of 450 hours of supervised clinical counseling experiences, with a minimum of 180 clock hours dedicated to direct service with actual clients that contributes to the development of their clinical skills.
Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.) Accepted in MACP Program or instructor permission
Instructor: Lisa Henry
Format/Location: UMF Blended
Dates/Days/Times:September 8th 2023- December 18th. Meeting: Fridays 9:00-11:00
Class Number: TBA

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University of Maine at Farmington
Theo Kalikow Education Center
186 High Street
Farmington, Maine 04938
tel 207-778-7502
fax 207-778-8134
TYY (via Maine Relay Service) dial 711
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University of Maine at Farmington
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Farmington, Maine 04938