Behavioral Health Pathway                

Social worker visiting with a family
High-Wage, High-Skill, High-Demand Careers:

» Child, Family or School Social Worker 
» Clinical Psychologist
» Mental Health and Substance Abuse
» Social Worker 
» Healthcare Social Worker

 

Pathway Courses


Grade 10 Pathway Course
Sociology

 


Grade 11 Pathway Course
Basic Psychology &
Communication Essentials
 


Grade 12 Pathway Course
 Advanced Psychology
 

Grade 10:  Sociology
These courses provide a foundational understanding of the behavior and environmental interaction of individuals and groups.

Grade 11:  Basic Psych & Communication Essentials
These courses provide a deeper understanding of the application of psychological research to mental health careers through effective communication skills.

Grade 12:  Advanced Psych
This course empowers students to make a difference in their communities, schools, and businesses through the development of leadership skills.

Recommended Electives:

  • Careers in Government 
  • Child Development
  • Computer Apps
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Foreign Language
  • Foundations of Leadership
  • Peer to Peer Leadership
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Speech

Activities, Clubs & Organizations 

  • National Honor Society
  • Science Club
  • FCCLA

College & Career Readiness

Industry Certificates 
  • Mental Health Advocate
  • First Aid Certification
    Advanced Degree   
  • Masters in Counseling
  • Masters in Social Work
  • Doctorate of Psychology
Associate's Degree
  • Human Services 
Bachelor's Degree
  • Social Work
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Human Services
  • Human Development & Family Science
  • Addiction Studies