BS Degree in Behavioral Science

This major features a track in social work. It includes a practicum in the student’s chosen field of study. Graduate studies normally are required to certify for practice in most agencies and for licensure as a private therapist.

Requirements for the BS in Behavioral Science
General Education Core 49
PSY 2013 General Psychology (Human Inst/Beh. requirement) 3
Behavioral Science Major 24
PSY 2223 Life Span Development 3
Choose one:

PSY 3013 Psychology of Personality

PSY 3093 History and Systems of Psychology

 3
PSY 3303 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences 3
PSY 3323 Research Methods in the Social Sciences 3
PSY 3403 Introduction to Psychotherapy and Counseling 3
PSY 3423 Diversity and Cross-Cultural Psychology 3
SWK 4893 Field Practicum 3
PSY 4943 Ethics in Behavioral Science 3
Track: Social Work 18
PSY 3413 Substance Abuse and Addictive Behaviors or

PSY 4423 Psychology of Group Processes

SWK 2013 Introduction to Social Work

SWK 3003 Human Behavior and the Social Environment

SWK 3103 Social Welfare and Public Policy

SWK 4403 Social Work Practice I

SWK 4413 Social Work Practice II
Minor (recommended) 18
Electives 19
TOTAL FOR BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE MAJOR 128