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Integrated Behavioral Health

Do you enjoy helping people to improve their lives? Do you think a lot about how communities can be healthier and happier? Are you a team player who can also work independently? Then a career as a behavioral health or social services professional might be right for you.

SFCC offers a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Integrated Behavioral Health that is designed for students who have an associate in applied science (AAS) degree in a social or human services field.

In the BAS Program, you will learn how to help people in a way that takes the whole person into account. Upon completion, you will be able to pursue a master’s degree or work in a variety of settings such as behavioral health, primary care, re-entry programs, and many others.

If interested, you can also become a certified Behavioral Health Support Specialist (BHSS) in Washington State. Check out the University of Washington's About Behavioral Health Support Specialist page for details about becoming a BHSS.

What You’ll Learn

  • Demonstrate appropriate preparation for graduate education or employment in an integrated behavioral health and/or social services.
  • Provide comprehensive case management as a member of an interdisciplinary team that provides support for clients in developing positive lifestyle choices.
  • Implement professional and ethical standards and professional communication with clients, co-workers, and community.
  • Promote equity and awareness of the needs of underserved populations.

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Total Credits: 90

First Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
HUM& 101
Introduction to Humanities
5
IBH 310
Quality of Life and Health Equity
5
IBH 320
Behavioral Health Disorders in Integrated Care
5
Total Credits
 
15

Second Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
IBH 340
Trauma, Grief and Loss
5
SOC& 201
Social Problems
5
Choose 1 course from:
GEOG 280
Health and Medical Geography
5
IBH 410
Integrated Wellness
5
Total Credits
 
15

Third Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ENGL 335
Technical and Professional Writing
5
IBH 330
Application of Evidence Based Practice
5
IBH 350
Interdisciplinary Teamwork
5
Total Credits
 
15

Fourth Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
IBH 360
Treatment and Care Planning
5
IBH 430
Organizational Management and Leadership in Integrated Care
5
PSYC 333
Motivation
5
Total Credits
 
15

Fifth Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
CMST& 210
Interpersonal Communication
5
IBH 450
Family and Whole Person Care
5
IBH 492
Field Placement 1
5
Total Credits
 
15

Sixth Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ENVS& 101
Intro to Environmental Science
5
IBH 460
Research and Evaluation Methodologies
5
IBH 493
Field Placement 2
5
Total Credits
 
15

Maximum estimated costs for completing this program

  • Tuition

  • Resident

    $
    15,241
  • Non-Resident

    $
    32,277
  • International

    $
    42,149
  • Books

    $
    1,107
  • Course Fees

    $
    27
  • Institutional Fees

    $
    1,511

  • The amounts listed for tuition and lab & course fees reflects a maximum estimated cost and may be lower based on courses selected.
  • The amount listed for books is a maximum estimated cost based on the price of new textbooks purchased during the previous school year. Costs may be lower based on student choices and availability (used books vs new, rental vs purchase).
  • For more information about costs, visit our page How Much Does It Cost?

  • Cynthia Vigil
    Cynthia Vigil
    COUNSELOR
    B.A., M.S., Eastern Washington University
    Cynthia.Vigil@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3531
  • Elodie Goodman
    Elodie Goodman
    Dean Ss/Acct/Econ/Hum Serv
    B.A., M.A., University of Washington
    Elodie.Goodman@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3694

  • Ursula Heflick
    Ursula Heflick
    Integrated Community Service
    B.A., California State University; B.A., M.S., Eastern Washington University; Additional studies Spokane Falls Community College
    Ursula.Heflick@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3684
  • Jared Ozaki
    Jared Ozaki
    Social Service Paraprof
    B.A., M.S., Eastern Washington University
    Jared.Ozaki@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3797
  • Marianne Salina
    Marianne Salina
    Instr&Classroom Supt Tch3
    Marianne.Salina@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3148

Have a question? Let's hear it.

Ursula Heflick

Program Lead
Ursula.Heflick@sfcc.spokane.edu
509-533-3684