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Program:
The Behavioral Science Major with Specialization in Community Health is designed to provide a program of study for people who are interested in improving the health and well being of people in the community.
The credits of the specialization are part of the 36 credits of the major. The specialization focuses your major and gives you knowledge and experiences that are directed toward an eventual goal of being a community health educator.
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:
This program is appropriate for anyone who is interested in improving the health of individuals in the community. Representative career opportunities include: Wellness Coordinator, Health Educator or Health Program Coordinator.
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Curriculum:
The Behavioral Science with Specialization in Community Health program focuses on such courses as: Social Psychology, Computers for the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Medical Sociology, Methodology for the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Classics in the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Health Psychology, Health Care Management, and Medical Ethics.
For the complete course curriculum click here.
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Campuses where program is offered:
Bronx, Dobbs Ferry and Online.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the specialization in Community Health?
The specialization in Community Health provides courses within the Behavioral Sciences that have to do with health, wellness and health promotion.
What can I do with a Major in Behavioral Science with a Specialization in Community Health?
You will gain insight and practical knowledge about issues of health and promoting health that can be useful in planning and operating health programs in a variety of settings such as schools, health centers, and government agencies.
Where is this program offered?
The Behavioral Science major with specialization in Community Health is offered on the Dobbs Ferry and Bronx campuses.
Is this program offered online?
Yes, the program is offered online.
Can I take a combination of campus and online courses?
Yes, you may take a combination of campus and online courses. This arrangement has worked out very well for the students who have done it.
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