To receive an undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
Please be aware that federal financial aid is not available for some certificates, if the certificate is pursued and completed as a stand-alone certificate (i.e., not completed concurrently with a degree program). See the "Details" tab for additional information.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 15 |
| Fieldwork Experience/Internship | Optional |
| Some online/blended coursework | Required |
Purpose Statement
The Applied Human Behavior Certificate program prepares students to enter into the human behavior field at an introductory level within case management, advocacy, mental health and health technician services working with a wide range of client populations including mental health, children, families, health care, mental health, education/schools, advocacy programs, policy and human resources. Course content provides students with a familiarization of the theoretical principles, most relevant modalities of treatment, and current operational aspects of social systems they are most likely to encounter in human service settings today. In order to complete this certificate students are required to evidence the ability to reflect on their personal development, utilize professionally based skills and strategies, and think critically in applying resources to: identify operational aspects of social systems, how they impact human behavior and contribute to behavioral and social problems; and develop potential solutions to human-relational issues at varying levels within organizations.
This certificate emphasizes a general understanding of the importance of social science research in professional settings and academic environments, Students are expected to develop writing skills consistent with academic social science formatting including how to use peer reviewed research to complete the certificate coursework. Additionally, this certificate requires students to develop the use of social media skills to create professional contacts, resources, and opportunities to further career opportunities post-graduation.
Students who earn this certificate will have an introductory understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of human behavior treatment and be able to practically apply this knowledge within an appropriate scope of practice in a wide range of private and community service organizations.
Student Learning Outcomes
Theory: Understanding of the historical development of theory within behavioral health. Exploration of most influential theories and current significant theoretical sociological, social work, and psychological models of human behavior. Students will:
Take the following 15 units:
Available only to Northern Arizona University-Yavapai students.
This certificate may be pursued and completed concurrently with a degree program or as a stand-alone certificate. Federal financial aid cannot be used if the certificate is completed as a stand-alone certificate.
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.