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School of Wellness, Education, Behavioral and Social Sciences

Behavioral Sciences

We help you help others.

If you are curious about human behavior and have a desire to make a positive impact on others, CCBC can give you the skills to put those qualities to work for the good of the community.

The Behavioral Sciences degree and certificate programs prepare you for entry into the workforce or for transfer to baccalaureate institutions. Our faculty share their practical, up-to-date and hands-on experiences in the Behavioral Sciences so you’ll be ready to enter an exciting career or continue your education to earn a higher degree.

Plus, several of our programs are available fully online, so you can learn on your schedule!

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Earn a degree or credential and get to work

Earn an Associate Degree in Social Work or Human Services counseling or choose from six different career-ready credit certificates.

Earn a psychology degree and transfer

After earning your Associate Degree in Psychology, you will be able to move on to a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in that field

Earn professional CEUs

If you are a licensed professional seeking CEUs to maintain credentials, fill out this form to get started.

Regional Job Outlook

$59,190

average annual wage

for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors in 2024. Source: Bureau Of Labor Statistics.

10,290

projected jobs

for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors in Maryland by 2032. Source: Projections Central.
1 in 5

adults

Americans experience a mental health condition in a given year (SAMHSA)
$59,190

average annual wage

for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors in 2024. Source: Bureau Of Labor Statistics.

10,290

projected jobs

for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors in Maryland by 2032. Source: Projections Central.
1 in 5

adults

Americans experience a mental health condition in a given year (SAMHSA)

Helpful Resources

Transfer agreements 

Start at CCBC and transfer to a four-year institution. We have articulation agreements with more than a dozen colleges and universities

Online Programs 

CCBC is flexible. Several degree and certificate options are also offered fully online.

Prior Learning 

Start off with credit in your pocket. Credit for Prior Learning can include portfolio assessment, DSST Exam, CLEP and more.

Social Sciences Pathway

You'll find support services, advisors, peer groups, networking activities and events to help you fully immerse yourself in the Social Sciences at CCBC.
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Contact us.

Dr. Alisa Diop

Department Chair, Behavioral Science

Dr. Ted McCadden, LCADC

Program Director, Human Services Counseling

This course is not currently being offered