Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health | Bachelor of Science in Psychology | Online

Transform your passion for helping others into a rewarding career in a growing field with the online B.S. in Psychology – Behavioral Health program from East Central University Online. Through a fully online curriculum founded on innovation, this online psychology degree provides the skills you need to understand the dynamics of human behavior and succeed in a profession that promotes human welfare.

Delivered through an interactive, digital classroom, experienced educators from ECU Online guide each course required for this online psychology degree with their diverse professional backgrounds in psychology. Flexible schedule options allow you to complete your behavioral health degree online at your own pace as you discuss course materials with your instructors and classmates and prepare for career success.

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Topics of Study

Our online psychology degree is designed to provide you with a broad understanding of behavioral health as you prepare for a variety of in-demand careers. As a student, you’ll explore diverse topics, including:

• Child and adolescent psychology
• Professional communication
• Relationship-building techniques
• Personality disorders
• Psychology of seniors
• Abnormal psychology
• Clinical counseling methods
• Mental health testing best practices

Additionally, you are required to complete select elective courses while completing your behavioral health degree online, allowing you to gain specific skills in the area of psychology of your choice.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the online psychology degree, you will be fully equipped to demonstrate the following through your career:

• Communicate efficiently with colleagues in a variety of professional settings
• Establish strong relationships with clients
• Counsel individuals of all ages
• Evaluate individuals to determine mental health problems
• Apply mental health testing best practices for diagnosing psychological disorders
• Provide childcare in diverse settings
• Advocate for individuals struggling with mental illness

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Admission Requirements

To pursue the B.S. in Psychology – Behavioral Health program, you must meet the following criteria:

• Have a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade-point average for all undergraduate coursework to date

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How to Apply

To apply, you must submit the following materials:

• Online application
• High school or college transcripts from an accredited institution
• ACT/SAT scores