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May 31, 2025
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2025-2026 Catalog
Behavioral Health, BAS
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The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Behavioral Health program builds upon foundational knowledge to develop advanced practitioners in the field of behavioral health. This program combines in-depth academic coursework with extensive applied training to prepare graduates for leadership roles in diverse behavioral health settings. Students gain advanced skills in developing and implementing complex interventions, evaluating programs, and addressing ethical and policy challenges. The BAS program provides a comprehensive education for those seeking to make a significant impact in behavioral health and offers excellent preparation for graduate studies in related fields.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, students should be able to:
- Integrate advanced theoretical knowledge and evidence-based practices to develop comprehensive behavioral health intervention plans
- Implement complex behavioral health interventions across diverse populations and settings
- Evaluate the effectiveness of behavioral health programs and interventions using appropriate research methods
- Design quality improvement strategies to enhance behavioral health service delivery
- Apply leadership and management principles to guide teams and organizations in behavioral health settings
- Formulate client-centered treatment plans incorporating trauma-informed care, cultural competence, and whole-person approaches
- Analyze complex ethical dilemmas and policy issues in behavioral health
- Propose solutions to ethical and policy challenges that adhere to professional standards and promote social justice
*MSC MSW requirement: Students who wish to obtain a master’s in social work from Metro State College are required to take PSC 1011 American Government to meet one of the requirements for admission.
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Mental Health and Wellness
The BAS degree in Behavioral Health with an emphasis on Mental Health and Wellness focuses on advanced skills in mental health assessment, intervention, and program management. Students gain in-depth knowledge of trauma-informed care, whole-person approaches, and leadership in mental health settings. General Education Courses
Elective General Education Options
Select seven (7) credit hours Additional Required Courses
Total Credits for BEH AAS 67
[34 credits from BEH AAS were Gen Eds.] Total Credits for Mental Health and Social Work Emphasis 53
Total BEH BAS Mental Health and Social Work Emphasis Credit Hours 120
Addiction Recovery
The BAS degree in Behavioral Health with an emphasis in Addiction Recovery focuses on careers in addiction counseling. Graduates are prepared to complete the remaining requirements to become Certified Addiction Specialists (CAS) through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). General Education Courses
Twenty-four (24) credit hours General Education Electives
Select seven (7) credit hours Additional Required Courses
Twenty-nine (29) credit hours Total Credits for Addiction Recovery Emphasis 53
Total Credits for BEH AAS 67
[34 credits from BEH AAS were Gen Eds.] Total BEH BAS Addiction Recovery Emphasis Credit Hours
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