New Mexico Social Services Degree Programs

Social Services Certificates in New Mexico

In a state so steeped in Native American mythology, alien sightings, and covert government operations, it should not be at all surprising that New Mexico colleges push their students to explore the limits of the sciences and humanities. The general feeling seems to be, "anything is possible, so go out and do it." This attitude pervades throughout the state. Consequently, colleges and universities in New Mexico manage to combine academic rigor with tolerance and open-mindedness; an excellent combination for anyone interested in learningDo you have a strong desire to help improve people's lives, aid people to function the best way they can in their environment, deal with their relationships, or solve personal and family problems? If so, you should consider a career in Mental and Social Health Services.

As a Mental and Social Health worker, you would help to assess and treat individuals with mental illness, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. Such services include individual and group therapy, outreach, crisis intervention, social rehabilitation, and training in skills of everyday living. You may also help plan for supportive services to ease patients' return to the community.

Mental and Social Health Workers are likely to work in hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, individual and family service agencies, personal homes, or local governments. A bachelor's degree in social work is the most common minimum requirement to qualify for a job as a social worker. There are many accredited colleges and universities that offer Mental and Social Health Services programs.

However, regardless of which avenue you choose in the field of Mental and Social Health Services, you should be emotionally mature, objective and sensitive to people and their problems. You must be able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain good working relationships with clients and co-workers. A volunteer job as a social work aide offers a great way to test your interest in this field.

So, with a rapidly growing healthcare system, matched with an increasing demand to get patients back to living a ?normal? life as quickly and easily as possible, a career as a Mental and Social Health worker could be just what you're looking for.

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University of Phoenix - Kirtland AFB Learning Center

Perhaps you're new to college and seeking an associate's degree. Maybe you're ready to complete your bachelor's or advanced degree. Either way, University of Phoenix is here to help. We offer a wide variety of degree programs in campus-based and online formats, enabling us to meet the needs and interests of today's working students, as well as today's workplace. One university understands how you live today. And where you want to go tomorrow. Program availability varies by location and format.

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org). The University's central administration is located at 4615 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85040. Online Campus: 3157 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. For more information about University of Phoenix accreditations and licensures, please visit phoenix.edu/about_us/accreditation.aspx. ? 2011 University of Phoenix, Inc. All rights reserved.

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