In Fall 2018, NAU will offer a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Applied Human Behavior 90-30.
The Applied Human Behavior Program (AHBY) at Northern Arizona University-Yavapai is a unique and timely three-year degree that prepares you to work in the behavioral health fields, including social services, child and family advocacy, public policy or human resources. The Applied Human Behavior Program examines operational aspects of social systems and how they impact behavior, as well as how practitioners can develop solutions to social issues within an organization.
Classes are taught by expert faculty with advanced degrees and experience in the human behavior field. Take classes that center around your career goals, including:
Human Relationships
Institutions, Stratification and Social Systems
Deviant Behavior
Understanding how and why we as humans behave as we do allows us to creatively suggest solutions for the many problems we have getting along with others and coping with the fast-changing world in which we live.
This emphasis provides entry level professional preparation for a vast array of human and social services, work in human resources, and not-for-profit organizations. It also delivers an excellent foundation for graduate study in counseling, social service, law, medicine and a host of other professional pursuits.
To receive a bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete at least 120 units of credit that minimally includes a major, the liberal studies requirements, and university requirements as listed below.
The full policy can be viewed here.
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 | 120 |
| Major GPA | C |
| Highest Mathematics Required | MATY 142 |
| Emphasis, Minor, or Certificate Required | Required |
| Fieldwork Experience/Internship | Optional |
| Some online/blended coursework | Required |
| Progression Plan Link | View Progression Plan |
Purpose Statement
Students attending the Applied Human Behavior program will explore what motivates behavior, how relationships and social systems impact individual development, and how helping professionals can assist individuals in living successful and fulfilling lives. Students will graduate this program with the primary skills necessary to enter the social service and helping professions.
Student Learning Outcomes
Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
Take the following 69 units with a Grade of "C" or better in each course:
Applied Human Behavior Specialization (30 units):
Choose one of the following (3 units):
Complete an NAU-Yavapai undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) in an area outside of your Specialization.
Communication courses (6 units):
Choose 6 units in the following two categories
Theory-based course:
Please note that you cannot use CLEP or locally prepared exams to satisfy this requirement. Transfer credit used to satisfy this requirement must be approved by the program director.
Select from the following (12 units):
Please note that other courses must be approved by the program director.
AND
Computer Literacy (6 units)
This coursework must help you to understand, in general, the technical components of computers and information systems, how to solve problems using information systems technology, word processing, spreadsheet use, database management, graphic information software, website development, graphic design and use of statistical analysis software.
Additional coursework is required if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any of the academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. You may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.
We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you.
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.