Behavioral Science, AA

Overview

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Introduction to Behavioral Science

The Behavioral Science degree program at MCC offers a comprehensive curriculum in psychology and sociology, and provides a solid foundation in general education, which allows you to discover and explore academic interests while earning credits for future transfer into a baccalaureate program. 

Aligning with the curriculum of most 4-year institutions, the Behavioral Science Associate of Arts degree program includes courses typically required during the first two years of study for a Bachelor of Arts degree in Behavioral Science. Through a variety of theoretical and practical applications, courses focus on how underlying concepts, theories and principles affect human behavior and societal systems. If you are planning to pursue a 4-year degree in psychology, sociology or the human/social service disciplines, this degree is for you!

Degrees & Certificates

The Behavioral Science program offers one Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree:

• Behavioral Science (A.A.)

Program Goals

The Behavioral Science degree offers a comprehensive behavioral science foundation to provide you with a theoretical basis for future study. Aligning with coursework offered at 4-year institutions, the Behavioral Science program provides courses in psychology and sociology as well as courses typically required for the first two years of a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Behavioral Science.

Curriculum

Admissions Requirements

When applying for admission to the Behavior Science degree program you must:

• Comply with general college admission requirements.
• Provide a High School transcript or participate in an interview with an MCC Admissions Counselor.

There are no other specific program admissions requirements.

Incoming Transfer Policy

Courses will be considered for transfer to the Behavioral Science program under the following conditions:

• Introduction to Psychology and Introduction to Sociology must be completed no more than 10 years prior to acceptance into the Behavioral Science program.
• Exceptions to the 10-year maximum time frame for Introduction to Psychology and Introduction to Sociology may be granted at the discretion of the Department Chair.
• The Behavioral Science Capstone must be taken at MCC. Transfer credit will not be awarded. 
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Curriculum – Required Courses

Outcomes

Acquired Skills

Graduates of the Behavioral Science degree program will be able to:

• Demonstrate a solid foundation of basic theoretical and practical knowledge in the behavioral sciences.
• Comprehend key concepts and terminology in the behavioral sciences.
• Engage in practical application of common behavioral science theories.
• Think critically and analytically.
• Communicate effectively through oral and written skills.
• Conduct ethically sound research within the behavioral science field.
• Exhibit cultural sensitivity and appreciation of diversity, both locally and globally.

Employment Opportunities

Students with a Behavioral Science (A.A.) degree typically see it as an important first step toward a career with job titles like:

• Social Worker
• Personal Home Care Aide
• Social Service Technician
• Rehabilitation Counselor
• Psychologist
• Organizational Psychologist
• Law Enforcement Officer
• Parole/Probation Officer
• Sociologist
• Child Care Aide
• Family Therapist
• …and many more!

Potential Salary

There are a wide range of jobs in behavioral science. See below for the average annual salary range in central NH for a School Psychologist.

*Career Coach 2024; Go to mccnh.lightcastcc.com for more.

Outgoing Transfer Opportunities

Students earning the Behavioral Science degree can successfully transfer to 4-year colleges and universities around the country, including the following:

• UNH Manchester
• Southern NH University
• UNH College of Professional Studies
• Keene State College
• Plymouth State University
• Rivier University
• University of New Hampshire
• … and many more!

NH Transfer Connections

The NH Transfer Connections program streamlines the transfer process between schools in the Community College System of NH (CCSNH) and schools in the University System of NH (USNH). Requirements for participants are outlined at NHTransfer.org; additional information can also be obtained from resources on the Transfer Options page.

An articulation agreement exists for MCC Liberal Arts/Behavioral Science students to transfer to UNH-Manchester’s Psychology degree program. For details and criteria, please contact:

Shelley Duquette
Transfer Counselor
Office: Suite 263
(603) 206-8012
Email: Shelley