Education & Human Development

College Overview

Welcome to the College of Education and Human Development Web site. We hope you will find it helpful and that you will contact us for more information or to arrange a visit.

Education and human development are demanding and rewarding fields of study and practice. As educators and leaders in a variety of professions, our graduates pursue careers that help shape the future and well being of children, adults, families, schools and communities.

 

The University of Maine and this college together provide extensive liberal arts and cultural offerings, a thorough grounding in professional theory and practice, exposure to the latest research and trends, and highly relevant internships and field experiences. Our students experience a strong connection to the realities of their chosen field and are on track for exciting academic, professional and personal growth opportunities that will give them a competitive edge throughout their careers.

 

The college’s programs, partnerships, national and state accreditations, and our reputation for innovative leadership to address timely issues and meet increasing professional standards are widely recognized. With a faculty distinguished for teaching, scholarship and service, the College is an excellent place to prepare for a career that demands enterprise and excellence.

 

Anne E. Pooler
Interim Dean

About the College of Education and Human Development

The college offers four-year Bachelor of Science degrees in elementary, secondary and physical education; early childhood education; and child development and family relations. Minors in education, child development and family studies, and exercise science are available for UMaine students majoring in other disciplines.

 

Graduate study is offered at the master's (Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Education, Master of Science), Certificate of Advanced Study and doctoral (Ed.D.) levels. Program areas include: teacher education in elementary, middle level, secondary, science and social studies education; literacy; counselor education; PreK-12 educational leadership; higher education; kinesiology and physical education; instructional technology; special education; and an individually designed doctorate. The M.S. in human development focuses on family and individual change throughout the life span.

 

Special Units

 

The College’s teaching and research generate solutions and innovative approaches to school reform and societal issues statewide and nationally, stimulate scholarship for graduate students and enrich the undergraduate program through the exploration of ideas and exposure to the creation and application of new knowledge. For more information about the college's research and service centers, see the Research and the School and Community Resources sections of the Web site.

 

The Student Body

 

The college has an enrollment of approximately 900 undergraduates and 800 graduate students. Within the broad offerings and experiences of the college and university, students find many opportunities for personal and professional growth, to work closely with faculty on special projects and research, to learn highly specialized skills, and to meet leaders in their field at various activities on and off campus.

While the majority of students are from the Northeast, others represent states across the country, as well as several other nations. The college encourages international study and provides student teaching opportunities in countries such as England, Ireland Canada and Australia.

Highlights

Undergraduate Study:

• Early Childhood
• Elementary (K-8)
• Secondary (English, Foreign Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies)
• Child Development and Family Relations
• Kinesiology and Physical Education (Health/Fitness, Coaching/Teaching, Athletic Training)

Graduate Study:

• Master's (MAT, M.Ed., M.S.)
• Certificate of Advanced Study
• Doctorate (Ed.D.)
  
  
• Elementary
• Middle Level
• Secondary
• Literacy
• Human Development
• Educational Leadership
• Higher Education
• Instructional Technology
• Adult Education
• Kinesiology
• Physical Education
• Athletic Training
• Special Education
• Counselor Education
• Science
• Social Studies
• Foreign Language
• Mathematics
• Individualized Program

Graduate Outreach Program:
Master's Degree programs for teachers delivered in sites around the state

Accreditations:

• National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education
• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
• National Council of Family Relations Certified Family Life Educator designation
• Maine Department of Education

Student Services:

• Advising Center
• Computer Lab

Entrance Requirements
Formal entrance requirements for the College of Education and Human Development are the same as for the University of Maine.

For More Information
If you have questions about College of Education programs, you should contact:

O.J. Logue
Associate Dean for Academic Services
5766 Shibles Hall
Orono, ME 04469-5766
(207) 581-2485
(207) 581-2423 (fax)
OJ.Logue@umit.maine.edu