Students
Career Opportunities
The B.S. in Behavioral Healthcare prepares students for entry-level positions in agencies that provide treatment for individuals with mental health and/or substance abuse problems. Graduates will have employment opportunities in community agencies that provide direct services to individuals and their families as well as in state agencies that provide oversight of publicly funded programs. It is anticipated that most graduates will gain direct experience for two or more years and then seek graduate degrees in disciplines such as mental health counseling, psychology, social work, applied behavior analysis, aging studies, public health, or public administration. In addition, students may become certified as a Certified Addictions Professional, Certified Behavioral Health Technician, Certified Mental Health Professional, Certified Prevention Specialist, Certified Recovery Peer Specialist-Veterans, Recovery Peer Specialist, or Certified Recovery Support Specialist.
Related Career Titles
- Behavior Analysts
- Clinical Psychologist
- Mental Health Counselor
- Mental Health Researcher
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselor
- Healthcare Social Worker
Related Links for Behavioral Healthcare
- Florida Certification Board
- Florida Licensing Board (enter search term such as psychologist, mental health counselor, etc.)
- Florida Alcohol & Drug Abuse Association
- Florida Behavioral Health Association
- National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
- National Institute of Mental Health
- National Institute on Drug Abuse
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration