Behavioral Healthcare Minor

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(CIP= 44.0000)
TOTAL MINOR HOURS: 15

http://www.usf.edu/cbcs/mhlp/students/behavioral-healthcare-minor.aspx

The minor in Behavioral Healthcare is available to students interested in pursuing a career in the field of behavioral health in conjunction with any undergraduate major. It should be particularly beneficial to persons majoring in disciplines such as psychology, social work, sociology, anthropology, gerontology, long term care administration, pre-med, criminology, and nursing.

Minor Requirements

Minor Core (15 Credit Hours)

*NOTE: A student completing a field placement in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services discipline may request an exemption (from the advisor) from MHS 4425 and may substitute an approved elective. Students must apply to take MHS 4425 Field Experience in Behavioral Healthcare two semesters before taking the course. This course has three prerequisites: MHS 3411 with a B- or higher, MHS 4002 , and MHS 4408 . The application, application deadlines, and additional information about the course can be found on the Field Experience webpage.

MHS 3411 - Multidisciplinary Behavioral Healthcare Services Credit(s): 3
MHS 4002 - Behavioral Health Systems Delivery Credit(s): 3
MHS 4408 - Exemplary Practices in Behavioral Healthcare Treatment Credit(s): 3
MHS 4723 - Professional Seminar in Behavioral Healthcare Credit(s): 3
MHS 4425 - Field Experience in Behavioral Healthcare Credit(s): 3 *

GPA Requirements

A GPA of 2.00, or better in this minor is required for completion.

Residency Requirement

At least nine (9) credit hours must be taken in residence at USF.

Advising Information

For questions about the BHC minor, email bhc_advise@usf.edu.