Harcum College Coatesville
Behavioral Health Science
Build the knowledge and hands-on skills for behavioral health roles—covering addictions, cognitive conditions, and personality disorders—with a pathway to certifications and continued study.
Adult-Friendly
Classes meet two nights per week with a blend of in-person and online support in Coatesville
Career-Ready Skills
Assessment, documentation, and application of recognized behavioral health treatments
Next-Step Pathway
Opportunities toward AAC/CFRS and potential eligibility for RBT; transfer-friendly toward a bachelor’s degree
What You’ll Learn:
- Foundations of behavioral science—from introductory concepts to advanced practice
- Addictions and substance-use treatment approaches, including prevention and intervention
- Support strategies for cognitive conditions (autism, Alzheimer’s, dementia, traumatic brain injury)
- Understanding and responding to personality disorders in professional settings
- How to apply, document, and assess recognized behavioral health treatments
- Effective communication while working with patients of varied cognitive levels
- Applying psychological and sociological theories to real-world interventions
Where Graduates Can Work
- Clinics and outpatient services
- Hospitals and healthcare teams
- Treatment centers and recovery programs
- Home healthcare settings
Curriculum Highlights
Sample course sequence may vary by student; your plan is based on transfer credits, start date, and course availability.
- Introduction to Behavioral Health Science
- Introduction to Substance Abuse
- Professional Ethics & Advocacy
- Recovery Management
- Drugs and Behavior
- Basic Pharmacology
- Dialectic Behavioral Therapy
- Fundamentals of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- View the Full Course List and Sequence
Office: 645 E Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville, PA 19320
Call: (610) 810-1556
