B.S. Social and Behavioral Health Program Map
Social & Behavioral Health
The Bachelor of Science in Social and Behavioral Health provides students with the opportunity to learn foundation skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic health and social services environments. Courses in the program teach students how community and social factors contribute to a variety of public health problems, policies, and solutions.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
39
Major Credit Hours
21
Elective Credit Hours
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C1: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
F: SOCI 1101
Intro to Sociology |
3 |
|
I2: XIDS 2002
First-Year Seminar Course |
2 |
| T1: Science + Lab | 4 |
| A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics | 3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C2: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1001
Quantitative Skills & Reasoning |
3 |
|
F: PSYC 1101
Intro to Psychology |
3 |
|
P2: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
| T2: Non-lab Science | 3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: SABH 1101
Intro to Social and Behavioral Health |
3 |
|
F: ANTH 1102
Intro to Anthropology |
3 |
|
S1 OR P1
World or US History |
3 |
| F: Biology Course | 3 |
| I1: Written and Oral Communication | 3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
S1 OR P1
World or US History |
3 |
|
F: ANTH 1105 OR BIOL
Intro to Physical Anthropology or Biology course |
3 |
| A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics | 3 |
| S2: Social Science | 3 |
| T3: STEM Course | 3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Major Area 4
Upper division electives course |
3/4 |
| Major Area 1A | 3 |
| Major Area 2B | 3 |
| Major Area 1C | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
Note:
- To find the course options for the Major Areas, check out the course catalog for SBH.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Major Area 2A | 3 |
| Major Area 2B | 3 |
| Major Area 1B | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
15/16 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30/31 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Major Area 4
Upper division electives course |
3 |
| Major Area 1A | 3 |
| Major Area 1C | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Major Area 3
Internship |
3 |
| Major Area 2A | 3 |
| Major Area 1B | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
| Minor/General Elective | 3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Ensure a focus on Core Courses.
- Take the courses in Area F as soon as possible, especially SOCI 1101: Introductory Sociology. It’s a pre-req to all upper division Sociology courses.
- Take SABH 1101: Introduction to Social & Behavioral Health to acclimate yourself to your major focus.
Middle Years:
- Make sure you understand the requirements of the major—see an Advisor if you need help.
- Follow the SBH Program Map—work through courses in each area of the major.
- Try not to overwhelm yourself—take some of your more challenging courses mixed with less challenging ones.
- Visit the UWG Writing Center and make Ingram Library your second home — feel familiar with the research process.
- Consider taking summer courses to assist in your progression.
Last Year:
- Take SOCI 4386: Internship in your final semester. Be sure to speak with the Internship Coordinator for information on placement and requirements of the course.
- Explore courses outside the major (consider a minor).
- Attend seminars and/or information sessions and workshops focused on graduate school or getting employment.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Attend orientation events.
- Start building relationships early (find your roommate on social media).
- Build your network: search for Facebook groups for incoming freshmen, the Sociology Program and its student groups, and athletic teams or other groups of interest to you at UWG.
- Attend events and traditions at UWG (football game, Wolfstock).
Middle Years:
- Get involved in extracurricular activities.
- Propose the creation of a Social & Behavioral Health student organization.
- Connect with your College: offer to serve on the CACSI Study Advisory Committee.
- Give back: volunteer!
- Attend UWG Scholars’ Day.
Last Year:
- Take advantage of the many experiential learning labs at UWG.
- Consider mentoring new social & Behavioral Health majors.
- Get a jump-start on your career: take full advantage of the UWG career center (resume building; interview practice; job repository; borrow a suit for your interview).
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest
- Explore career shadowing opportunities
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Year:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree may help you get work as the following:
- Advocate
- Behavioral Analyst
- Behavioral Management Aide
- Case Management
- Healthcare Administration
- Medical Records Administration
- Medical Services Coordinator
- Mental Health Coordinator
- Patient Navigator
- Public Health Aide
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