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Behavioral Health AAS Mental Health and Social Work (MHSW) Emphasis

2026-2027

CIP 511599 (BMHS)

The AAS degree in Behavioral Health with an emphasis on Mental Health and Social Work focuses on preparing students for careers in the mental health and social services field. Course work provides foundational behavioral health knowledge as well as the ability to apply a wide array of concepts and skills within diverse behavioral health settings. There is a particular focus on understanding and addressing mental health issues. Graduates are prepared to work in various mental health settings, such as clinics, hospitals, community centers, and social service agencies.

Program Requirements

General Education Courses (27 credit hours)
ENG 1021 - English Composition I: GT-CO1
3.0 Credits
MAT 1260 - Introduction to Statistics: GT-MA1
3.0 Credits
PSY 2440 - Human Growth and Development: GT-SS3
3.0 Credits
PSY 2552 - Psychopathology: GT-SS3
3.0 Credits
PSY 1001 - General Psychology I: GT-SS3
3.0 Credits
PSY 1002 - General Psychology II: GT-SS3
3.0 Credits
SOC 1001 - Introduction to Sociology I: GT-SS3
3.0 Credits
SOC 2018 - Sociology of Diversity: GT-SS3
3.0 Credits
SOC 2031 - The Sociology of Deviant Behavior: GTSS3
3.0 Credits
Behavioral Health Major Courses (40 credit hours)
COM 2063 - Conflict Resolution
1.0 Credits
SWK 1000 - Introduction to Social Work
3.0 Credits
SWK 1100 - Social Welfare and Community Agencies with Service Learning
3.0 Credits
BEH 1001 - MHCI: Mental Health Crisis and Intervention: Preparedness and Empathy
3.0 Credits
BEH 1020 - Cultural Competency in Behavioral Health
1.5 Credits
BEH 1030 - Case Management and Clinical Documentation
1.0 Credits
BEH 1040 - Child, Adult, and Family Advocacy​
1.5 Credits
BEH 1060 - Registered Behavioral Technician Training
4.0 Credits OR BEH 1050 - Peer Support Specialist Training 4 Credits
BEH 2001 - Mental Health Crisis & Intervention: Advocacy, Intervention & Resilience
3.0 Credits
BEH 2030 - Applied Therapeutic Communication Skills​
3.0 Credits
HPR 1038 - Introduction to Medical Terminology
1.0 Credits
HPR 1000 - Introduction to Health
3.0 Credits
HPR 1008 - Law and Ethics for Health Professions
2.0 Credits
PTE 1010 - Introduction to Behavioral Healthcare and Wellness
3.0 Credits
PTE 1017 - Theoretical Concepts of Psychiatric Care II
2.0 Credits
PTE 1020 - Application of Behavioral Health Care & Wellness
5.0 Credits
Total: 67 credit hours