Foundations of Behavioral Sciences

Details

Field of Interest
Behavioral Science and Human Services
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Foundations of Behavioral Sciences (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5522
Effective Term
Fall 2025

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BHS150 Introduction to Behavioral Health and Social Services Critical course Gateway course H, SB, SCB 3
BHS155 Professional Resiliency and Well-Being Critical course SB, SCB 3
BHS160 Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Counseling Services Critical course 3
BHS165 Applied Therapeutic Communication Skills 3
BHS170 Case Management and Clinical Documentation 3
BHS180 Child, Family, and Adult Advocacy 3

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BHS150 Introduction to Behavioral Health and Social Services Critical course Gateway course H, SB, SCB 3
BHS155 Professional Resiliency and Well-Being Critical course SB, SCB 3
BHS160 Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Counseling Services Critical course 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BHS165 Applied Therapeutic Communication Skills 3
BHS170 Case Management and Clinical Documentation 3
BHS180 Child, Family, and Adult Advocacy 3

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