Mental Health and Social Work, A.A.S.
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.
Degree Requirements: 67 Credits
General Education Requirements: 25 credits
| ENG 1021 | English Composition I (GT-CO1) | 3 |
| PSY 1001 | General Psychology I (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| PSY 2440 | Human Growth and Development (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| PSY 2552 | Abnormal Psychology (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| SOC 1001 | Introduction to Sociology I (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| SOC 2018 | Sociology of Diversity (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| MAT 1260 | Introduction to Statistics (GT-MA1) | 3 |
| COM 2063 | Conflict Resolution | 1 |
| SWK 1100 | Social Welfare and Community Agencies with Service Learning | 3 |
Behavioral Health Core: 25 credits
| HPR 1000 | Introduction to Health | 3 |
| HPR 1008 | Law & Ethics for Health Professionals | 2 |
| HPR 1038 | Introduction to Medical Terminology | 1 |
| PTE 1010 | Intro to Behavioral Health Care and Wellness | 3 |
| PTE 1017 | Theoretical Concepts of Psychiatric Care II | 2 |
| PTE 1020 | Application of Behavioral Health Care & Wellness | 5 |
| BEH 1001 | Mental Health Crisis and Intervention: Preparedness and Emp | 3 |
| BEH 2001 | Mental Health Crisis & Intervention: Advoc, Interv, & Resil | 3 |
| BEH 2030 | Applied Therapeutic Communication Skills | 3 |
Mental Health and Social Work Requirements: 17 credits
| SOC 2031 | Sociology of Deviant Behavior (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| PSY 1002 | General Psychology II (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| SWK 1000 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| BEH 1020 | Cultural Comp in Beh Health | 1.5 |
| BEH 1030 | Behavioral Health Case Management and Clinical Documentation | 1 |
| BEH 1040 | Child, Adult, and Family Advocacy | 1.5 |
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| BEH 1050 | Peer Support Specialist Training | 4 |
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| BEH 1060 | Registered Behavioral Technician Training | 4 |