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Behavioral Health Certificate

Advance your understanding of a biopsychosocial approach to health and wellbeing.

The Behavioral Health certificate is geared towards students in occupational therapy, physical therapy, pre-medicine, speech-language pathology, nursing, and social work. You'll gain a better understanding of how social, cultural, psychological, and biological factors contribute to health and behavior.

Program type:
Certificates/Programs - Undergraduate
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
1 year
Credit hours:
9

Why pursue behavioral health certification?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 15
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

Psychology gives us insight into human behavior. The Behavioral Health certificate provides further knowledge about how health care provider-patient interactions, behavior modification and therapy can change behaviors to promote health and wellness.

Courses are offered through UND's Department of Psychology. The Department has top-rated with professors from a variety of backgrounds and research areas.

You must complete a minimum of nine credit hours in a variety of topics, giving you options in your career goals.

UND's Behavioral Health Certification

  • You'll grasp foundational knowledge of medical, mental and social/cultural impact on health and well-being.

  • Experience hands-on health-related research opportunities.

  • Focus on topics such as stress and pain management, health promotion, mental health issues, therapeutic interventions and health disparities.

  • Study online or on campus to earn your certificate as your pursue your degree.

  • Take part in activities led by the Student Psychological Association and the Psi Chi Psychology Honor Society.

  • Work with expert faculty to focus on your educational questions and career goals.

What can you do with a behavioral health certificate?

A Behavioral Health certificate is an excellent way for students studying occupational therapy, physical therapy, pre-medicine, speech language pathology, nursing or social work to set themselves apart from others seeking jobs in the field.

Those with behavioral health certification find success in a wide variety of settings, including:

  • Community mental health centers
  • Correctional programs
  • Research
  • Marketing research/technician
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Schools and universities

Behavior Health Certificate Courses

PSYC 331. Behavior Modification and Therapy. 3 Credits.

Theory and practice in the application of operant and classical conditioning procedures to humans in applied settings. Prerequisite: PSYC 111. S.

PSYC 335. Health Psychology. 3 Credits.

A biopsychosocial approach is used to examine basic concepts, theories, and research in health psychology from the perspectives of the patient, caregiver, health care provider, and researcher. Prerequisite: PSYC 111. F.

PSYC 210. Human Sexuality. 3 Credits.

This course provides an overview of human sexuality--covering anatomical and physiological aspects, psychological aspects, behavioral aspects, and social/cultural aspects. Prerequisite: PSYC 111. S.

PSYC 270. Abnormal Psychology. 3 Credits.

A survey of the classification, symptoms, and etiology of psychological disorders and behavior pathology. Prerequisite: PSYC 111. F,S.

PSYC 421. Diversity Psychology. 3 Credits.

Origins and consequences of psychological differences among individual and groups with special emphasis on sex differences and racial differences. Prerequisites: PSYC 111, PSYC 241, and PSYC 250 or consent of instructor. S, even years.

RHS 200. Helping Skills in Community Services. 3 Credits.

This course provides the student with the basic knowledge and skills associated with the helping process, including interviewing skills, as practiced in a variety of community services settings. A special focus will be on the problem-solving process and interaction skills used in direct service activities with individuals. Helping skills require a knowledge of interpersonal relationships and the effective use of interpersonal behaviors. This combination of knowledge and skills will benefit any individual wanting to increase effectiveness when working with people. F,S,SS.

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