Earn Your Associate of Science in Behavioral Science 100% Online
Prepare for an exciting career in Behavioral Science with our 100% online degree program
Flexibility and Convenience
Earning your Associate of Science in Behavioral Science at Murray State College Online is convenient, flexible, and affordable. With no set class times and no visits to campus, you can log in when it fits your schedule, so you can fit your education into your life, not the other way around.
Expert Support
You’ll receive academic support from knowledgeable instructors dedicated to your success and access to tutoring and assistance in our Student Success Center. Our tech team is available to help you with any computer needs.
Transferrable
We designed our programs to prepare students wishing to pursue a career in the most sought-after jobs. This degree prepares students with the behavioral science skills desired by employers and those who want to continue their lifelong learning through ease of transfer credit.
How do online courses work?
Students log in to the Blackboard learning management system via computer at any time and can work from anywhere. Through Blackboard, students can contact professors, interact with other students, watch lectures, upload assignments, and take exams. Students can study in their own time with no need to come to campus.
Program Requirements and Course Details
Associate of Science in Behavioral Science –
Psychology, Sociology, or Case Management
The online Associate of Science in Behavioral Science is designed to maximize the development of student potential and prepare graduates for the wide variety of career paths in behavioral science, whether they are looking for a short-term credential for immediate employment in the field, interested in transferring to a four-year institution for further study, or both. Courses are taught by highly trained, extensively experienced faculty, most of whom are licensed in the mental health field, enabling them to guide students in gaining
the skills employers are seeking.
The degree’s interdisciplinary nature exposes students to a variety of approaches to studying human behavior and culture, social and cultural relationships, and methods for addressing potential bias in oneself and others. With options in psychology, sociology, or case management, students can specialize in coursework that best supports their goals and obtain experience in effective research methods, critical thinking, analysis, problem-solving, and professional written and interpersonal communication.
- The psychology option is ideal for those interested in how the mind works and want a better understanding of why people behave the way they do.
- The sociology option is ideal for those interested in how society works, current social issues, social behavior and change, and how social institutions, patterns, and context affect behavior and social justice.
- The case management option integrates academic preparation in behavioral health and human services with a supervised internship through a partnership with Lighthouse Behavioral Health, ensuring students gain structured, in-person field experience that enhances applied learning and strengthens job readiness.
Graduates are able to positively make an impact in the lives of others through a variety of helping professions within the behavioral science field. Depending on the emphasis area and prior experience, career opportunities include:
- Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager*
- Teaching
- Social Work
- Career Counseling
- Wellness Coach*
- Testing
- Personnel Roles
- Case Work
Psychology:
- Psychological Services
- Mental Health Counseling
Sociology:
- Statistical Research
- Governmental Agencies (city, state, federal)
- Law Enforcement and Corrections
- Census Bureau
Case Manager:
- Peer Advocate
- Services Coordinator
Graduates may also consider transferring to a four-year institution for further study or acquire additional training to prepare for advanced roles like college faculty, supervisory positions, and specialized areas such as:
- Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Sports Psychology, Medical Social Work, Treatment Therapist, and many others
- Sociological Research, Urban Planning, Criminology, School Counseling, Rehabilitation Counselor, Penology and Probation
*With successful completion of certification exams with state agency (Oklahoma)
Associate in Science in Behavioral Science
General Education Requirements
37 credit hours in general education courses
If you would like to receive a tentative evaluation of transfer credit,
please contact Online Admissions at 580.319.5453 or online@mscok.edu
General Education Requirements
| Course # | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 1113 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 1213 | English Composition II | 3 |
| HST 1483 | US History to the Civil War or HST 1493 US History since the Civil War | 3 |
| GVT 1113 | American Federal Government | 3 |
| BIO 1114 | General Biology or other lab science course | 4 |
| CHM 1114 | General Chemistry I or other lab science course | 4 |
| Humanities | Humanities Courses to be selected from electives | 6 |
| Mathematics | Any college-level general education math course | 3 |
| Liberal Arts | See catalog for list of courses | 3 |
| General Education Electives | See catalog for list of courses | 4-5 |
| COL 1211 | Success Strategies (For first-time freshmen) | 1 |
| If student did not complete a high school computer course, at least one elective or program course must have a CIS or CS prefix. |
Psychology Degree Requirements
24 credit hours in program core and recommended elective courses
Program Core and Recommended Electives
| Course # | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 1113 | Intro to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1113 | Intro to Sociology | 3 |
| PSY 2533 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2523 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Recommended Program Electives – 6 credits: | 6 | |
| PSY 2113 | Psychology of Adjustment (3 credits) | |
| PSY 2313 | Introduction to Counseling (3 credits) | |
| PSY 2443 | Personality Theories (3 credits) | |
| PSY 2213 | Wellness, Exercise, & Sport Psychology (3 credits) | |
| Related Electives: Courses with the following prefixes: ASL, CHI, CJ, ECO, GEO, GVT, RE, PSY, SOC, SPA, SPC (6 credits) | 6 |
Sociology Degree Requirements
24 credit hours in program core and recommended elective courses
Program Core and Recommended Electives
| Course # | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 1113 | Intro to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1113 | Intro to Sociology | 3 |
| PSY 2533 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2523 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Recommended Program Electives – 12 credits: | 12 | |
| SOC 2013 | Marriage and Family Relationships (3 credits) | |
| SOC 2063 | Deviance, Crime & Delinquency (3 credits) | |
| SOC 2143 | Cultural Diversities (3 credits) | |
| SOC 2023 | Social Problems (3 credits) | |
| CJ 1113 | Intro to Criminal Justice (3 credits) | |
| GEO 2513 | World Regional Geography (3 credits) |
Case Management Degree Requirements
24 credit hours in program core and recommended elective courses
Program Core and Recommended Electives
| Course # | Course Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 1113 | Intro to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1113 | Intro to Sociology | 3 |
| PSY 2533 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2523 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Recommended Program Electives – 9 credits: | 9 | |
| PSY 1583 | Introduction to Human Services (3 credits) | |
| PSY 2683 | Foundations of Case Management (3 credits) | |
| PSY 2783 | Practical Applications of Case Management (3 credits) | |
| Related Electives: Courses with the following prefixes: ASL, CHI, CJ, ECO, GEO, GVT, RE, PSY, SOC, SPA, SPC – 3 credits | 3 |
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