by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 11 schools in the Plains States Region to determine which ones were the best for mental & social health services students pursuing a associate degree. Combined, these schools handed out 119 associate degrees in mental & social health services to qualified students.
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The mental health services associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for mental & social health services students working on their associate degree.
The mental health services school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Mental & Social Health Services Associate Degree Schools in the Plains States Region.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
BA in Psychology - Mental Health
Gain a strong foundation in the concepts involved with mental health therapy and assessment with this specialized online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Become a champion of change and take your first step toward licensure as a clinical mental health counselor with this specialized and CACREP-accredited online clinical counseling master's from Southern New Hampshire University.
BS in Community Health Education
Focus on improving the health of individuals based on their lifestyle needs with this specialized online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in mental & social health services.
It's difficult to beat Washburn University if you want to pursue an associate degree in mental & social health services. Located in the midsize city of Topeka, Washburn University is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Washburn University
It's difficult to beat Central Community College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in mental & social health services. Located in the city of Grand Island, Central Community College is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Central Community College
Minneapolis Community and Technical College is one of the best schools in the country for getting an associate degree in mental & social health services. Minneapolis Community and Technical College is a moderately-sized public college located in the large city of Minneapolis.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Southeast Community College Area is a good decision for students pursuing an associate degree in mental & social health services. Located in the city of Lincoln, Southeast Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.
Associate graduates who receive their degree from the mental health services program earn about $23,352 in their early career salary.
More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Southeast Community College Area
Located in the suburb of White Bear Lake, Century College is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Century College
LATI is a small public school located in the town of Watertown.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Lake Area Technical Institute
Rochester Community and Technical College is a small public college located in the medium-sized city of Rochester.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Rochester Community and Technical College
MCC is a fairly large public college located in the large city of Omaha.
After graduation, mental health services associate recipients generally make an average of $26,733 at the beginning of their careers.
More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Metropolitan Community College
Hibbing Community College is a small public college located in the remote town of Hibbing.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Hibbing Community College
Anoka-Ramsey Community College-Coon Rapids Campus is a moderately-sized public college located in the large suburb of Coon Rapids.More information about a associate in mental & social health services from Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Learn about other programs related to Mental & Social Health Services that might interest you.
BA in Sociology - Community Health
Become a force for the public good by exploring current trends in health and health policy from a national and global perspective with this specialized online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Explore the best mental & social health services colleges for a specific state in the Plains States Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 151 | 41 |
| Kansas | 146 | 0 |
| Missouri | 117 | 9 |
| Iowa | 116 | 0 |
| Nebraska | 98 | 65 |
| South Dakota | 93 | 1 |
| North Dakota | 92 | 3 |
Mental & Social Health Services is one of 34 different types of Health Professions programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 6,262 |
| Allied Health Professions | 2,034 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services | 1,496 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 884 |
| Dental Support Services | 721 |
| Health Sciences & Services | 428 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science | 283 |
| Health/Medical Prep Programs | 211 |
| Other Health Professions | 95 |
| Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 92 |
