As a new academic training program, the child behavioral health major will continue to evolve over time. We are routinely engaged in curriculum revision and enhancement and expect changes as we continue to learn from our students, our partners, and our community. Our 2+2 design ensures that your final two years will include 90 credits in child behavioral health.
Take a moment to explore our currently approved program of study below!
Pre-major Core Curriculum
You’ll need to complete core education requirements, bachelor's degree requirements, and the following pre-major core curriculum with a 3.0 GPA. All courses must be taken graded and passed with a C- or better. Meeting these requirements usually takes two years.
FHS 213: Issues for Children and Families |
FHS 215: Exploring Family and Human Services |
PSY 202: Mind and Society |
PPPM 202: Healthy Communities |
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Choose One |
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FHS 216: Diversity in Human Services |
ES 101: Introduction to Ethnic Studies |
PHIL 216: Philosophy and Cultural Diversity |
SOC 207: Social Inequality |
Human Development: CHoose One |
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FHS 328: Human Development in the Family Context |
PSY 308: Developmental Psychology |
If you have taken a similar course at a transfer institution and have questions about whether it would meet one of these requirements, please reach out to our advising team.
CBH Specialized Training Program
Professional Core | Title | credits |
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BEHT 412 | Ethics and Professional Practice for CBHS | 4 |
BEHT 481 | Supervised Practicum I in Child Behavioral Health | 4 |
BEHT 482 | Supervised Practicum II in Child Behavioral Health | 4 |
BEHT 487 | Integrated Practice I in Child Behavioral Health | 8 |
BEHT 488 | Integrated Practice II in Child Behavioral Health | 8 |
BEHT 489 | Integrated Practice III in Child Behavioral Health | 8 |
Knowledge Core | Title | credits |
|---|---|---|
BEHT 320 | Risk and Resilience in Youth Development | 4 |
BEHT 321 | Digital Media and Behavioral Health | 4 |
BEHT 340 | Evidence-Informed Decision-Making | 4 |
Skill Development Core | Title | Credits |
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BEHT 411 | Foundational Interviewing and Counseling Skills | 4 |
BEHT 413 | Screening and Risk Assessment | 4 |
BEHT 471 | Child and Youth Supports and Interventions I | 4 |
BEHT472 | Child and Youth Supports and Interventions II | 4 |
BEHT 473 | Parent and Family Supports and Interventions | 4 |
BEHT 474 | Community Interventions to Support Youth and Families | 4 |
DEI COre | TITLE | CREDITS |
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BEHT 350 | Diversity Equity and Inclusion Theory I | 3 |
BEHT 351 | Diversity Equity and Inclusion II | 3 |
DEI ELECTIVE COURSES (4 COURSES/ 12 CREDITS) | TITLE |
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BEHT 450 | Supporting Behavioral Health of Tribal Youth |
BEHT 451 | Behavioral Health: Asian and Pacific Islander |
BEHT 452 | Supporting Behavioral Health of Latinx Youth |
BEHT 453 | Supporting Behavioral Health of Black Youth |
BEHT 454 | Supporting Neurodiverse and Disabled Youth |
BEHT 455 | Improving Behavioral Health of LGBTQ Youth |
Total credits | 90 |
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