Field of Interest
The challenges of those suffering from mental illness, addiction and substance abuse, and developmental disabilities are manageable because of the counseling and social work of qualified professionals. Without their expertise, life’s challenges would be difficult to cope with.
If you want to make a difference and positively impact people’s lives, consider a career in the behavioral health sciences. A degree in the Behavioral Health Sciences program can open the door to a career as an assistant or a part of a clinical team in counseling or social work—in the private and public sectors, schools, medical or residential facilities, and the community at large.
The Behavioral Health Sciences program focuses on the comprehensive study of human behavior and offers practical training and service-learning experiences, with courses designed to provide you with the counseling and social work skills necessary to deliver specialized and comprehensive behavioral health and social services.
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Certificate
The knowledge and skills acquired while earning a Certificate of Completion (CCL) can help launch you into a new career or energize your current job. Generally requiring fewer credit hours than degrees or transfer programs, a CCL may be your best first step into higher education.
| Name | Type | Title | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Completion | CCL | Applied Behavioral Health | Pathway Map |
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of a certificate within the Behavioral Health Sciences program may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages*. Some occupations may require additional education or training. You can click on any occupation to view more detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Psychiatric Technicians
$41,422 Show expanded career information for Psychiatric Technicians
Financial Aid
You can get a high-quality, affordable education. MCC’s low tuition rates and various financial aid opportunities make it possible. Explore federal and state grants, Federal Work-Study, scholarships, student loans, and other options today.
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Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to meet with an academic advisor. Together, you’ll lay out an academic plan that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success.