Behavioral science is the study of how communication works between people in a variety of situations. Students have several options as to the type of degree and specific area they would like to study for. Accredited behavioral sciences programs offer associates, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees that include courses like environmental health, psychology, humanities, nutrition, business, and healing therapies. With a degree in behavioral sciences you will be prepared for a career as a social worker, criminologist, occupational therapist, economic analyst, human services professional, and more.
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Consciousness Studies
Consciousness studies are considered to be explorations of the human mind in relation to the mental state achieved by our experiences. Coursework can include philosophy, psychology, sociology, physics, dynamic systems, religion, linguistics computer science, mathematics, neuroscience, biology, and cognitive science. Degrees and certificates can be obtained from a number of accredited educational programs that can prepare you for a career in parapsychology, teaching,
natural healing, and more.
Counseling
A degree in counseling can provide you with the skills to specialize in careers like school counseling, substance abuse counseling, vocational counseling, mental health counseling, and community counseling. Accredited schools and colleges offer coursework in areas such as psychology, child development, sociology, intervention methods, and more. With an associate's, bachelors, masters, or doctoral degree in counseling you will be trained with the skills to find employment as a psychiatrist,
social worker, clinical psychologist, marriage and family counselor, or psychoanalyst.
Human Development
Human development is the study of the biological maturity and growth process experienced by the human body. Accredited educational facilities that provide degree options in human development may teach physical growth and development, mental health,
nutrition, and more depending on the strength of the degree chosen. A degree in human development will provide you with the training to work as a physician, therapist, psychologist, educational counselor, social worker, and much more.
Pastoral Counseling
Pastoral counseling is therapy provided by priests, rabbis, ministers, and other religiously trained personnel. With a degree in pastoral counseling you will learn information pertaining to the counseling of couples, families, and individuals, as well as communities. Training from an accredited school or college may include personal growth and development,
theology, spirituality, ethics, counseling, and other therapeutic related studies.
Psychology
Psychologists are trained to examine the human mental process and how it affects individual behavior. Coursework for degrees in psychology can include the study of physiological, intellectual, emotional, social aspect of human behavior, and other related topics. With a degree from an accredited educational facility you can learn to be a clinical psychologist, counselor, or school psychologist, working in schools,
government agencies, medical facilities, and more.
Sociology
Sociology is the study of human social and societal behavior by investigating a variety of religious, social, and political institutions. Several schools and colleges provide students the opportunity to study humanities, general science, social psychology, research, urban sociology, and history. An accredited degree in sociology can prepare you for a career in
administration, business, corrections, politics, journalism, public relations, education, and many other exciting fields.
Spiritual Counseling Studies
Spiritual counseling studies are forms of alternative healing, including emotional, mental, and spiritual well being. Some accredited educational facilities offer a range of education opportunities depending on the type of certificate or degree you wish to obtain. Courses can include the study of channeling, energy healing, psychic development,
metaphysics, spiritual counseling, and more. With an education in spiritual counseling you will be trained to work in a variety of places, with a wide range of people and circumstances.
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Accreditation is a must when looking for a career that will be respected not only by your self, but future employers and coworkers. There are a number of agencies like the
Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) that can provide full accreditation to schools, colleges, and universities. Before applying at an educational facility one should always ensure that it carries full accreditation in order to obtain the best possible education.
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