UNE Online is excited to announce that three new online Psychology courses will be added to the CGPS course offerings. Science Prerequisites for Health Professions (SPHP) courses are 100% online, post-baccalaureate level courses. These courses are designed to be taken one at a time, and are mostly intended for students who wish to enter a health professions program but may…

In 2020, all of education (higher education as well as K-12) has been grappling with the new realities of remote learning and “pivoting” to emergency remote teaching as schools and institutions are forced to close related to COVID-19. As an entirely online graduate school with years of experience delivering online learning experiences, UNE’s College of Graduate and Professional Studies (CGPS)…

The current COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the need to provide alternatives to in-person practicum training, and the Master of Social Work (MSW) team at UNE has responded. In 2009, UNE was one of the very first MSW programs in the nation to be offered 100% online in an asynchronous format – and now the MSW program at UNE is continuing…

2020 Virtual Research Showcase Proposal Goal  This year, we have 7 EDD students registered as presenters and they have each submitted a PowerPoint presentation with voice-over recordings that summarize the results of their research.  Based upon turnout last year and the amount of effort for a full-day symposium, we would like to change the format from a live symposium to…

Dr. Puneet Saini is a native of Madison, WI, and a second-year MPH student at UNE Online. Having completed his M.D., he is looking to complement and add more value to his education, and also delve more deeply into the realms of public administration and policy-making in order to bring about change on a global level. Can you tell me…

Dr. Kenyatta W. Stephens, CEO of SAPHE Consulting Group, LLC, is an Adjunct Professor for the Graduate Programs in Public Health at UNE Online. She is an Infectious Disease Epidemiologist with years of advanced training and professional experience in diverse public health areas including disease surveillance, bioterrorism preparedness, epidemic/outbreak management, and HIV/AIDS research. Her current work surrounds the resurgence of…

Tracy Hirst is the Director of Social Services at a nursing home in Maine. Here, she talks about how the UNE Online SOS field experience model has given the skills that help in her day-to-day job and has also allowed her to gain skills to advance her career. Can you tell us about yourself and what encouraged you to pursue…

Thank you for contacting UNE Online! We’re looking forward to getting in touch with you An Enrollment Counselor from the UNE Portland Campus will be reaching out to you soon to answer any questions you may have about the program. Have a look around… Please feel free to take a look around our site! You can read a bit more…

Career Services in the Graduate Programs in Public Health at UNE Online is a resource dedicated to supporting the career success of graduate public health students through individual career counseling, development, and online training workshops. Career Services facilitates the connection of UNE Public Health students with the resources and skills they need to drive their career development. We spoke to…

Practicum and Practicum Planning Information Learn more about the MSW Practicum process at UNE Online Practicum is the opportunity for students to integrate their coursework into a real-life practice situation. Students will have the opportunity to learn about local resources, network in the community and develop and hone clinical skills. Traditional track MSW students will complete two practicums in their…

Credibility, confidence, and knowledge are career-enhancing aspects that encourage students to pursue an Ed.D. at UNE Online. Article by Erin Connor, Ph.D.  Earning a terminal degree is the culmination of graduate studies and has historically served as the entry into a vocation as a professor at a college or university. Higher Education is seeing an unprecedented level of disruption that…

APHA 2017 was a HUGE success! This year the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo was held in Atlanta, GA and there were more than 12,000 public health professionals from around the world in attendance, including our very own UNE Online Graduate Programs in Public Health (GPPH) faculty, staff, students and alumni. This year’s Annual Meeting theme…

Christine Rogerson, LCSW, is the Practicum Coordinator for the Master of Social Work program at UNE Online. She graduated with a Bachelor of Psychology from the University of Maine and went on to earn her Master of Social Work right here at the University of New England. Prior to teaching at UNE, Christine spent several years working in multiple clinical…

Mary White, LCSW, is a Field Planner and Clinical Assistant Professor for the Master of Social Work program at UNE Online. She graduated with a BA in Behavioral Science from the University of Maine in Presque Isle and earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Maine at Orono. For 18 years Mary was employed at a community…

Darryl Vincent is living proof of the power of integration. Working full-time as the then-Vice President of Programs at the U.S. Veterans Initiative while earning his MSW at UNE Online, Darryl applied his education to the workplace the moment he signed off from class. Now a COO, Darryl credits his UNE Online teachers for the successful changes he’s implemented at…

Master of Social Work (MSW) Frequently Asked Questions Admissions | Registration | Coursework | Fieldwork | Student Support | Accreditation | Cost Admissions How can I get started? The online Master of Social Work offers six start terms per year: two each in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. Each term consists of two 8-week sessions. Students take one course per…

MSW Student Resources – Current and Prospective Helping you navigate the world of online learning At UNE, we are committed to providing our MSW student body with the highest level of academic and personal support possible. Our online Master of Social Work program was created with the working professional in mind, and as such we realize that MSW students need easy access to…

Admission Requirements for the Master of Science in Applied Nutrition Program Bachelor’s degree or above from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent. See International Admissions for details regarding the evaluation of international degrees for grade and degree equivalency. Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, typically defined by a 3.0 cumulative GPA, or better. However, applications are reviewed holistically as a…

Online Public Health Programs: Frequently Asked Questions Getting your MPH or GCPH online at University of New England Admissions How can I get started? Applications are accepted on a rolling basis three times per year; apply here. You can also contact an Enrollment Counselor by calling or texting (855) 325-0895 or emailing publichealth@une.edu for program and enrollment information. What kind…

Resources for Current and Prospective Education Students Helping you navigate the world of online learning At UNE, we are committed to providing our online students with the highest level of academic and personal support as they continue their education. UNE’s online programs in education were created to fit the schedule of busy teachers and school leaders, and as such we…

Accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) UNE CEPH accreditation affirms the quality of UNE’s graduate programs in Public Health.  The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) is an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit schools of public health and public health programs offered in settings other than schools of public…

About the University of New England Comprehensive healthcare and liberal arts programs, student research, internships, and global experiences Innovative and diverse education opportunities The University of New England is an innovative health sciences university grounded in the liberal arts, with two distinctive coastal Maine campuses, unique study abroad opportunities and an array of top-rated online learning opportunities. UNE has internationally recognized scholars…

UNE CEPH Reaccreditation reaffirms the quality of UNE’s graduate programs in Public Health.  UNE Online’s Graduate Programs in Public Health are excited to announce our successful reaccreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health. The Council met June 13-15, 2019, and awarded UNE a 7-year accreditation – the maximum amount of time possible under CEPH guidelines. The Council on…

Resources for Current and Prospective Public Health Students Helping you navigate the world of online learning At UNE, we are committed to providing our students with the highest level of academic and personal support possible. Our online public health programs were created with the working professional in mind, and as such we realize that students need easy access to resources that can…