Behavioral Science +
Are you passionate about helping others and curious about how people think, feel, and act?
Overview
CCV’s behavioral science program gives you the knowledge and skills to launch a meaningful career in fields like human services, social work, criminal justice, and psychology. Build a course schedule that fits your career goals and connect with potential employers through engaging in professional field experience. Through the knowledge and skills gained through the behavioral science program, you’ll be equipped to handle stressful situations and work with diverse populations
- Outcomes
- Transfer Pathways
- Explore Careers
- Prior Learning
With a CCV degree in behavioral science, you’ll learn how to support individuals and communities, preparing you for careers such as:
- Law Enforcement
- Corrections
- Courtroom Staff
- Restorative Justice
- Respite Care Worker
- Social Services Assistant
Nearly half of CCV graduates choose to continue their education beyond an associate degree. To make transferring seamless, easy, and affordable, CCV has agreements with other institutions across Vermont and throughout the region.
Students who graduate from CCV with a behavioral science degree can choose from 46 transfer pathways into bachelor’s degrees, including 2+2 pathways that guarantee just 60 more credits after earning an associate degree at CCV.
The Vermont Transfer Guarantee is a partnership between CCV and participating Vermont colleges and universities that provides guaranteed admission and seamless transfer to:
- Champlain College
- Vermont State University
- Norwich University
- Saint Michael’s College
For a full list of transfer pathways from CCV’s behavioral science degree, view the transfer pathways search tool.
The Vermont State Colleges System Prior Learning Assessment options help you get credit for any college-level learning you may have gained through work and training, military or community service, or online and self-study. No matter which option you choose, you can save money and graduate sooner. Visit ccv.edu/priorlearning to learn more.
Related Programs
CCV programs are stackable, meaning they build on one another as you progress toward your goals. As you earn your degree in behavioral science, you can also pursue a certificate or credential in:
