Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER
Pathway: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Are you interested in understanding human behavior and helping others? Our Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Behavioral Health at Pikes Peak State College is the perfect place to start! You'll learn about why people act the way they do, which is useful in many jobs, especially in human services. Plus, our behavioral health degree can open doors to work in addiction recovery and set you on the path for advanced studies in fields like professional counseling, social work, and psychology.
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Behavioral Health program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to make a positive impact on individuals and communities facing behavioral health challenges. Emphasis areas for this option include Mental Health and Social Work and Addiction Recovery.
The Addiction Recovery Assistant certificate is designed to provide students with skills to support individuals in their treatment of substance abuse or dependence.
The Behavioral Health Assistant - Qualified BHA Certificate helps prepare students to develop foundational behavioral health knowledge, including entry-level skills in therapeutic communication, case management and documentation, as well as crisis intervention.
The Behavioral Health Assistant II Certificate is designed to provide students the opportunity to explore how diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives impact care given in behavioral health settings. In addition, this certificate provides experience in behavioral health crisis intervention and case management through documentation of services provided (including interventions, goals, progress, needs assessments, care coordination, etc.).
The Behavioral Health Plus Certificate can be an addition to many degrees (e.g., Certified Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant, Criminal Justice, etc.). It is designed to prepare students to develop foundational behavioral health knowledge, entry-level crisis management, and de-escalation skills, which can be applied in a variety of settings.
The Patient Navigator Certificate is designed to prepare individuals to provide support and guidance to clients in behavioral health settings. Additionally, students will learn about privacy, confidentiality, and ethics in healthcare.
Interested in how the human mind works? Launch your career as a mental health counselor or gain insights that apply to many fields, such as education, business, healthcare, and social services, with PPSC’s Psychology program.
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Are you passionate about advocacy and helping others? A career in social work or social services could be your perfect fit! Social workers make a real impact on individuals, families, and communities.
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