Systems of Student Support Graduate Certificate

Empowering Learners

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) Graduate Certificate in Systems of Student Support prepares educational leaders to develop the skills and knowledge needed to design, implement, and lead student support services and programs in schools and districts.

Program at a Glance

  • Learning Format: Online or Blended
  • Credit Hours: 12 credits
  • Cost: $490/per credit 
  • Application deadlines: Year round admissions with flexible start dates
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Person standing in front of class giving a presentation

What You’ll Learn

The Graduate Certificate in Systems of Student Support provides students with a comprehensive foundation in understanding the needs of students, schools, and communities that require additional or specialized services. Coursework emphasizes assessing and addressing the unique challenges faced by individual students, families, schools, and districts.

A key focus of the program is equipping students to design, implement, and manage effective systems of support for learners who are at risk for social, academic, or behavioral difficulties, ensuring that interventions are targeted and impactful.

Courses (Total 12 Credits)

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Stack Your Certificate Into a Master’s Degree

Many UMF graduate certificates can be applied toward a related master’s degree, allowing you to build on the work you have already completed. If you decide to continue your studies, courses taken for a certificate may count toward degree requirements, helping you save time and maximize your investment.

Whether you are looking to develop specialized skills, advance in your career, or explore a new area of interest, starting with a graduate certificate can be a flexible way to begin your graduate education and create a pathway toward a future degree.

Contact Us to Get Started!

Division of Graduate & Continuing Education
University of Maine at Farmington
Theo Kalikow Education Center
186 High Street
Farmington, Maine 04938
gradstudies@maine.edu
207.778.7502