Behavioral Science: Wellness and Prevention Option (A.S.)

Behavioral Science: Wellness and Prevention Option (A.S.)
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  Online Program

The online A.S. in Behavioral Science provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding human behavior within a global world view.

 Credit Hours: 60  |   Transfer: Up to 44 Credits  |   Tuition Cost


What is the Wellness and Prevention Option in Behavioral Science?

The Associate in Science in Behavioral Science provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding human behavior within a global world view. Foundation courses at an associate level introduce behavioral science students to the biological, psychological, social, and cultural variables of human behavior. This degree prepares students for a smooth transition to the B.S. in Applied Psychology, Health & Wellness, Human Services, or Criminal Justice. The wellness and prevention option introduces students to the key factors that impact the mental and physical well-being of individuals as well as strategies for prevention and health promotion.

Why study the Wellness and Prevention Option in Behavioral Science at UNH College of Professional Studies?

Your courses will introduce you to the biological, psychological, social, and cultural variables of human behavior. Within each option area, you’ll gain deeper-level knowledge. For example, the health and wellness option introduces students to strategies for the promotion of mental and physical health and wellness for individuals. For those looking to further their education beyond an associate degree, this degree can prepare you for a smooth transition to the bachelor’s in Applied Psychology, Health and Wellness, Human Services, or Criminal Justice.

Potential Career Areas

  • Case Worker
  • Community Health Worker
  • Service Coordinator
  • Family Support Coordinator
  • Support Worker
  • Case Management Aide
  • Client Advocate
  • Mental Health Aide
  • Behavioral Management Aide
  • Family Support Worker

Course Highlights


  •  Introduction to Psychology
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Introduction to Criminology

...and more!

Why UNH CPS?


  • Regionally accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc. (NECHE).
  • Available fully online with select on-campus courses.
  • Affordable tuition.
  • Nationally ranked online programs.
  • About 89% of our students are transfer students. Making the most of your transfer credits is our specialty.
  • Career advising is available to all students and alumni. We also extend this service to those considering their college options.
  • Faculty who are subject matter experts and share their real-world expertise, helping you apply what you learn to your personal goals and career.
  • We’re experts at assessing credit toward your undergraduate degree – not only from previous college coursework, but also for other college-level knowledge demonstrated outside the traditional classroom.

  • Completion of our free, online application for admission
  • High school diploma, completion of a high school education in a homeschool setting under state law, or demonstrate high school equivalency.
    • Successful completion of one of the following exams will be required for demonstrating high school equivalency: the GED, HiSET, or TASC

Those wishing to continue their education may apply their 60-credit associate degree toward an 120-credit bachelor’s degree. Ask your advisor for details!

Eligible individuals can apply for tuition assistance through the Early Childhood Tuition Assistance (ECTA) and Preschool Development Grant (PDG), funded by the NH Bureau of Child Development and Head Start Collaboration! 100% of tuition is covered for up to two classes per term.

Eligible individuals include childcare workers, preschool teachers, and elementary school paraprofessionals.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE TUITION ASSISTANCE OPTIONS

Curriculum & Requirements

The Associate in Science in Behavioral Science provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding human behavior within a global world view. Foundation courses at an associate level introduce behavioral science students to the biological, psychological, social, and cultural variables of human behavior. This degree prepares students for a smooth transition to the B.S. in Applied Psychology, Health & Wellness, Human Services, or Criminal Justice. The wellness and prevention option introduces students to the key factors that impact the mental and physical well-being of individuals as well as strategies for prevention and health promotion.

This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH CPS Online undergraduate students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first year at UNH.

Sample Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
COM 460 Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics 4
ENG 420 The Writing Process 4
PSY 410 Introduction to Psychology 4
SOCI 410 Introduction to Sociology 4
 Credits16
Spring
CRIT 501 Introduction to Critical Inquiry 4
Select one of the following: 4
MTH 402
Math for Our World  
MTH 504
Statistics  
MTH 510
Pre-Calculus  
SCI 502 Nutrition and Health 4
General Education Course 4
 Credits16
Second Year
Fall
COM 480 Visual Communication 4
HLTC 560 Health Behaviors: Theoretical Foundations for Health Education 4
PSY 525 Human Development 4
General Education Course 4
 Credits16
Spring
Select one of the following: 4
SCI 490
Human Biology  
SCI 508
Issues in Women's Health  
SCI 509
Disease Prevention and Health Promotion  
General Education Course 4
Elective 4
 Credits12
 Total Credits60

Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 60 credits
Minimum Residency Requirement: 16 credits must be taken at UNH
Minimum GPA: 2.0 required for conferral*
Core Curriculum Required: General Education Program

Major, Option, and Elective Requirements as indicated.
*Major GPA requirements as indicated.

General Education Program Requirements

A minimum grade of D- is required in all General Education coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of one course overlap between the Major and General Education areas.

ENG 420The Writing Process4
COM 460Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics4
COM 480Visual Communication4
CRIT 501Introduction to Critical Inquiry4
Select one of the following:4
MTH 402
Math for Our World
MTH 504
Statistics
MTH 510
Pre-Calculus
Knowledge of Human Behavior & Social Systems4
Knowledge of the Physical & Natural World4
Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression4
Total Credits32

 

Major Requirements

A minimum grade of C- is required in all Major and Option coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of one course overlap between the Major/Option and General Education areas.

Major in Behavioral Science
PSY 410Introduction to Psychology4
PSY 525Human Development4
SOCI 410Introduction to Sociology4
Option in Wellness & Prevention
HLTC 560Health Behaviors: Theoretical Foundations for Health Education4
SCI 502Nutrition and Health4
Select one of the following:4
SCI 490
Human Biology
SCI 508
Issues in Women's Health
SCI 509
Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Total Credits24

Electives 

Open electives are courses students will need to take in addition to their general education and major requirements in order to satisfy the remaining credit totals for their programs. Open electives are defined as any credit course offered by the College not already included in the student's general education, major, concentration or minor. Students will need 60 credits total to graduate with an associate degree.

  • Attain proficiency in the basic concepts, theories, and methods of inquiry in behavioral sciences.
  • Evaluate ethical principles of the behavioral sciences.
  • Prepare for seamless transition to the Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology, Health & Wellness, Human Services, or Criminal Justice.

Your Prior and Current Learning Counts


Many of our students can demonstrate college-level knowledge gained from military, workplace and volunteer-based training, and experiences. We are experts at helping students demonstrate learning and earning academic credit.

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