Behavioral Science

The Behavioral Science degree at Manchester Community College is designed for students who are planning to pursue a four-year degree in the areas of psychology, sociology, or human/social service disciplines. Through a variety of theoretical and practical applications the Behavioral Science degree focuses on how underlying concepts, theories and principles affect human behavior and societal systems.

A degree in behavioral science is the beginning of a pathway that leads to careers such as: Social Worker, Personal Home Care Aide, Social Service Technician, Rehabilitation Counselor, Psychologist, Organizational Psychologist, Law Enforcement Officer, Parole/Probation Officer, Sociologist, Child Care Aide or Family Therapist.

Program Goal

The Behavioral Science degree offers a comprehensive behavioral science foundation that provides students with a theoretical basis for future study. Aligning with coursework offered at four-year institutions, the Behavioral Science degree program seeks to provide all students with courses in psychology and sociology; offering students the first two years of a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Behavioral Science.

Program Outcomes

Students who graduate from this program will be able to:

Demonstrate a solid foundation of basic theoretical and practical knowledge in the behavioral sciences
Comprehend key concepts and terminology in the behavioral sciences
Engage in practical application of common behavioral science theories
Think critically and analytically
Communicate effectively through oral and written skills
Conduct ethically sound research within the behavioral science field
Exhibit cultural sensitivity and appreciation of diversity, both locally and globally

Transfer Credit Policy

Courses will be considered for transfer to the Behavioral Science program under the following conditions:

Introduction to Psychology and Introduction to Sociology must be completed no more than 10 years prior to acceptance into the Behavioral Science program. Exceptions to the 10-year maximum timeframe for Introduction to Psychology and Introduction to Sociology may be granted at the discretion of the Department Chair.
An articulation agreement exists for MCC Behavioral Science students to transfer to UNH Manchester Psychology degree program. For details and criteria, please visit MCC’s Career and Transfer Office.