The UVU Behavioral Science Department offers classes that fulfill the social science distribution requirements for graduation, the Behavioral Science pre-major for the associate degree, the Behavioral Science major for the bachelor degree (with an emphasis in Anthropology, Family Studies, Psychology, or Sociology, a Bachelor of Social Work, and a Certificate of Proficiency in Substance Use Disorder Counseling (SUDC).
Total Program Credits: 23
Matriculation Requirements: | 9 Credits | ||
Students must apply and be admitted to the UVU SUDC program. The following three courses must be completed with a C- grade or higher prior to starting the SUDC program and must be verified on the application for admission. For additional admission information for this program please visit www.uvu.edu/besc/sudc.html. |
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ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 | |
PSY 1010 | General Psychology | 3 | |
PSY 1100 | Human Development Life Span | 3 | |
Discipline Core Requirements: | 14 Credits | ||
SUDC 4710 | Introduction to Professional Development | 2 | |
SUDC 4300 | Introduction to Substance Use Disorder Counseling | 3 | |
SUDC 3470 | Dynamics of Addiction | 3 | |
SUDC 3430 | Psychopharmacology for the Substance Use Disorder Counseling Field | 3 | |
SUDC 481R | Internship (1.0) | 3 |
Graduation Requirements:
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and italicized.
Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
ENGL 1010 | ** Required for Admission to the SUDC | |
PSY 1010 | ** Required for Admission to the SUDC | |
PSY 1100 | ** Required for Admission to the SUDC | |
Semester total: | 0 | |
Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
SUDC 4710 | Introduction to Professional Development | 2 |
SUDC 4300 | Introduction to Substance Use Disorder Counseling | 3 |
SUDC 3470 | Dynamics of Addiction | 3 |
Semester total: | 8 | |
Semester 3 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
SUDC 3430 | Psychopharmacology for the SUDC Field | 3 |
SUDC 4400 | Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counseling | 3 |
SUDC 481R | Internship (200 clock hours) | 3 |
Degree total: | 17 |
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CB 207 |
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801-863-6377 |
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Mission Statement
The Behavioral Science department is a rigorous interdisciplinary program (Anthropology, Family Science, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, and Substance Use Disorder Counseling) that prepares students to make positive contributions in their academic, work, and community settings by developing their understanding of human functioning in various contexts. We promote and mentor student engagement with each other and with their academic, professional, or geographic communities in order to achieve essential learning outcomes.
Behavioral Science
Please see our department site for the most up to date and accurate information.
Advisors: Classroom Building, 5th floor, Suite 506
To schedule an appointment please visit: http://www.uvu.edu/besc/bescacademicadvising.html or call 801-863-5717
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Programs/Degrees
Associate in Art or Science in Behavioral Science
Bachelor of Art or Science in Behavioral Science
Bachelor of Psychology
Bachelor of Family Science
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Social Work
Substance Use Disorder Counseling Certificate of Proficiency
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Courses in these areas of study lead to possible careers in mental health, counseling, family services, education, law enforcement, research, marketing, human resources, management, rehabilitation, anthropology, psychology, sociology, social work, and other human services. |
Follow the links below to view current, detailed Utah Department of Workforce Services occupational information for that career.