The Behavioral Health Services Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program at Erie County Community College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in psychology, sociology, and human behavior. Graduates develop essential communication and critical thinking skills, positioning them for successful careers in entry-level human services, community outreach, or administrative roles. Graduates may also choose to continue their education in psychology, sociology, or related fields to advance their career opportunities.
Outcomes
- Provide basic care to clients of all age groups in a variety of behavioral health settings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts in behavioral health promotion including the determinants of mental health; stress; coping; anxiety, mood, and personality disorders; substance abuse; and treatment.
- Identify and model examples of ethical and professional behavior.
- Demonstrate an understanding of group processes and behaviors including identity, formation, structure, power, influence, leadership, and performance.
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Use critical thinking skills to solve problems relevant to the practice of behavioral health.
Program Courses
General Education Core (21 Credits)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English | 3 |
| COM 201 | Communication | 3 |
| MAT 102 or 111 | Math | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Social & Behavioral Sciences |
3 |
| SOC 101 | Sociology |
3 |
| CIS 100 | Computer Information Systems |
3 |
| PHL 101 | Philosophy |
3 |
General Electives (9 Credits)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| General Elective | 3 | |
| General Elective |
3 |
|
| Artistic Expression Elective |
3 |
Program Requirements (21 Credits)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| HSC 101 | Introduction to Allied Health | 3 |
| PCT 111 | Patient Care Technician Skills | 3 |
| HSC 110 | Medical Terminology and Body Systems |
4 |
| BHS 110 | Introduction to Behavioral Health Services |
3 |
| BHS 210 | Behavioral Health Functional Analysis | 3 |
| BHE 298 | Behavioral Health Externship I | 3 |
| BHE 299 | Behavioral Health Externship II | 2 |
Recommended Program Electives (9 Credits)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 201 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 210 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| SOC 211 | Race and Ethnicity |
3 |
This information is for planning purposes only. EC3 will make every effort to offer the most updated curriculum information above but reserves the right to change, add, and cancel course offerings. Please check with your assigned advisor for the most updated class information.
