Behavioral Science and Human Services
If you are motivated to help people, serve your community, and improve the lives of those in need, consider the Behavioral Science and Human Services Field of Interest. Professionals in this field typically work with community members to identify problems and create and implement solutions.
If you aspire to be a first responder, work in the court system, or provide counseling or social work/advocacy services, this Field of Interest offers you the training you need. Some Behavioral Science and Human Services students may go directly into positions as EMTs, paralegals, or behavioral health technicians, while others may pursue a bachelor’s degree at a four-year institution.
If you are ready to find the Behavioral Science and Human Services program that is right for you, select the option below that meets your current goals.
* Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
The bachelor’s degree(s) listed below cost less than a third of university tuition, and are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to reach your educational goals and be successful in your career. In many cases, these degrees offer university transfer partnerships to help you move seamlessly from a bachelor’s to a master’s degree program. Be sure to check with your advisor, as acceptance is not guaranteed.
Behavioral Sciences | South Mountain |
Public Safety Administration | Phoenix College, Rio Salado |
The Associate degrees in this list give you the opportunity for an in-depth study of your chosen field.
Many of our Associate degrees will also transfer to a four-year university upon graduation. With these, you can complete most of your general education coursework at Maricopa Community Colleges and have guaranteed acceptance to one of our over 40 university and college partners to complete your Bachelor's degree.
Be sure to check with your advisor if you plan to move on to a four-year university to ensure your degree program credits will successfully transfer.
Addictions and Substance Use Disorders | Rio Salado |
Administration of Justice Studies | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Counseling and Applied Psychological Science | All Colleges |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Criminal Justice | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Family Life Education | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Law and Policy | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Political Science | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Psychology | All Colleges |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Social Work | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Behavioral Sciences | Glendale, South Mountain |
Corrections and Detention | Rio Salado |
Fire Science | Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Fire Service Management | Glendale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Forensic Science | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Law Enforcement Training | Chandler-Gilbert, Glendale, Rio Salado |
Paralegal | Paradise Valley, Rio Salado |
Paralegal Studies | Phoenix College |
Workforce Development and Community Re-Entry | Rio Salado |
A certificate prepares you for entry-level work in your chosen field and requires fewer classes than our bachelor's degrees, Associate degrees, or university transfer options. There are several types of certificates available, including career, trade, and academic certificates.
Credits earned in a certificate program can often be used toward an Associate degree. For more information, speak with an advisor.
Addictions and Substance Use Disorders Level I | Rio Salado |
Addictions and Substance Use Disorders Level II | Rio Salado |
Administration of Justice | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Adolescent Studies | Phoenix College |
Advanced Behavioral Sciences | Glendale, South Mountain |
Advanced Corrections and Detention | Rio Salado |
Advanced Juvenile Corrections | Rio Salado |
Basic Corrections | Rio Salado |
Basic Detention | Rio Salado |
Child and Family Organizations Management and Administration | Glendale, Rio Salado |
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): Level I | Phoenix College |
Corrections | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Crime Scene Investigation | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix College, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Developmental Disabilities Specialist | Glendale |
Driver Operator | Glendale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Emergency Communications | Rio Salado |
Emergency Communications and Deployment | Phoenix College |
Emergency Management | Glendale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Fingerprint Identification and Photography | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix College, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Fire Service Management | Glendale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Firearms | Rio Salado |
Firefighter Operations | Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Forensic Science | Chandler-Gilbert |
Foundations of Behavioral Sciences | Glendale, Phoenix College, South Mountain |
Hazardous Materials Response | Phoenix College |
Homeland Security | Chandler-Gilbert, Glendale, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, South Mountain |
Juvenile Corrections | Rio Salado |
Law Enforcement | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Law Enforcement Field Training | Rio Salado |
Law Enforcement Investigation | Glendale, Rio Salado |
Law Enforcement Training Academy | Chandler-Gilbert, Glendale, Rio Salado |
Leadership in Public Safety Organizations | Chandler-Gilbert, Glendale, Phoenix College, Rio Salado |
Legal Studies | Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Non-Sworn Fire Service Professional | Glendale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College |
Paralegal | Paradise Valley, Rio Salado |
Paralegal Studies | Phoenix College |
Professional Addictions Counseling | Rio Salado |
Public Safety Leadership | Rio Salado |
Public Safety Technology | Rio Salado |
Search Warrant Preparation | Rio Salado |
Substance Use Prevention and Interventions | Rio Salado |
Terrorism Liaison Training: Level I | Phoenix College |
Terrorism Liaison Training: Level II | Phoenix College |
Victimology | Chandler-Gilbert, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, South Mountain |
Workforce Development and Community Re-Entry | Rio Salado |
Workforce Development: Foundations in Addictions and Substance Use Disorders | Rio Salado |
View all Behavioral Science and Human Services awards offered at Maricopa Community Colleges.