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Behavioral Science Specializations:
Program:
The Behavioral Science program is for those students who wish to broaden their major field to include both Psychology and Sociology, Mercy College offers a multidisciplinary major in Behavioral Science. Specializations are, also, available in Community Health, Gerontology and Health Services Management.
The program provides a combination of structure and flexibility with 4 required courses and 8 elective courses. When selecting major elective courses, a student may tailor the program to his or her particular interests and career goals.
Download a PDF version of our Program Brochure
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Program Contacts:
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Mary C. Kraetzer, PhD
Professor and Program Director, Behavioral Science
mkraetzer@mercy.edu
Telephone: 914-674-7341
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Hind Culhane, EdD
Co-Chair, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
hculhane@mercy.edu
Telephone: 914-674-7338
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Diana D'Amico Juettner, JD
Co-Chair, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences
djuettner@mercy.edu
Telephone: 914-674-7338
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Career Opportunities:
The Behavioral Science major offers students an in-depth study of human behavior which provides preparation for a variety of careers in education, health services management, gerontology and counseling.
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Curriculum:
Curriculum: Four Required Courses: Computers for the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Social Psychology, Methodology for the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Classics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Eight Major Electives such as: Careers in the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Families in Transition, Medical Sociology, Managing Human Conflict, Alcohol, Drugs and Behavior, Child Psychology, Psychology of Learning, Cognitive Psychology, and Internship for the Social and Behavioral Sciences.
For the complete course curriculum click here.
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Campuses where program is offered:
Bronx, Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan, White Plains, Yorktown and Online.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
I don't know what I want to do after college. How can the behavioral science major help me decide?
Within the Behavioral Science there are many opportunities to help you decide what you want to do after college. Courses such as - Career and Life Planning Credit bearing Internships at a variety of work sites New Course for major credit--Careers in the Social and Behavioral Sciences All courses in the Behavioral Sciences are taught by professors who have much experience in a variety of workplaces, schools, corporations, health centers, which they are ready to share with you.
What can I do with a Behavioral Science major?
Behavioral Science major provides a lifetime's worth of useful insights and information about how individuals behave at home, at school, in the workplace and in the community. This helps to prepare a person for many jobs and occupations in a variety of settings including education, human services, business, government and law enforcement. A Behavioral Science major helps to prepare a person for any occupation involving people.
I am a transfer student. Is the Behavioral Science major feasible for me?
Yes, the Behavioral Science major is a very feasible choice of major for a transfer student. The major has 4 required courses and 8 electives which means that courses that you have taken already may be evaluated and may be credited toward your major. Such courses may also be counted as electives.
I work, I have children. How can I fit the Behavioral Science major into my schedule?
The Behavioral Science major may be fit into a busy schedule. Courses that you will need are frequently offered. In addition you may take the entire program online. It is also possible to take selected courses online. A combination of online and campus courses has been a convenient arrangement for many students.
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