Behavioral Healthcare
A Bachelor is Applied Science in Behavioral Healthcare (BAS-BH) provides the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to work in a variety of human service careers.
The program is designed to graduate individuals who are well-grounded in the knowledge,
skills and abilities to work effectively with a diverse client base in a variety of
human service careers.
New Career Track Available
Centralia College has been added to the list of training programs whose graduates can achieve Behavioral Health Support Specialist certification from the Washington State Department of Health.
Centralia College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Behavioral Healthcare (BAS-BH) was added to the state’s “approved programs” list in 2025. The inclusion makes graduates from Centralia College’s BAS-BH program eligible to apply to become Behavioral Health Support Specialists.
Program Details
Students enroll full-time for a total of 15 credits (three classes) per quarter. Depending on the coursework completed, prior to admissions, students may complete the program in six quarters. Students will work with an advisor to establish a plan that works for their unique needs. There are no upper division summer courses offered.
Hybrid Evening program
The upper division courses in the evening hybrid program is a mix of online work (60 percent) and shortened class meetings (40 percent). Each class meets two hours per week and the remaining coursework is online.
Upper division courses are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-8:50 p.m. Course schedules will be published in advanced to allow students to plan.
Lower division courses completed during the program are offered online or during the day. Students will work with an advisor to determine their schedule.
Graduates are prepared for positions in a variety of healthcare, non-profit, and state agencies focused on human services careers, such as: social and community service managers, addiction/substance use disorder counselors, behavioral health support specialists, and case managers..
For more information, visit the CTE Office in TEC 114 or email bachelors@centralia.edu. Application instructions and additional information will be available in January 2026.
Minimum Admission Requirements
- Completion of BAS application materials
- Associate degree or 90 credits at junior-level standing with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
- English 101 – English Composition I with at least a 2.0 minimum GPA
- Completion of SUDP 100 Intro to SUDP (formerly CDP 100) offered online spring quarter at Centralia College
General Education Degree Required Courses
The following courses must be completed prior to earning a bachelor’s degree. The courses can be included in the two-year degree or be completed during the bachelor’s program in addition to program required courses.
Successful completion of each of these courses:
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ENGL& 102 English Composition II
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CMST& 220 Public Speaking
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PSYC& 100 General Psychology
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PSYC& 200 Lifespan Psychology
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PSYC& 220 Abnormal Psychology
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SOC& 101 Intro to Sociology
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MATH& 146 Intro to Statistics
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BIOL& 170 Human Biology and natural science w/ lab or BIOL& 175 Human Biology w/ lab and any 5 credit distribution elective
Tuition
The State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) sets the tuition rate.
For the current year's tuition rate, see Tuition & Fees - Bachelor of Applied Science.
The cost of room and board would be additional.
Financial Aid
For information on applying for financial aid, see Financial Aid.
Scholarships
Students can apply for scholarships online from Dec. 1-March 1. Visit the scholarships page for information and a link to the online application.
Upon successful completion, students will have demonstrated the ability to:
- Analyze behavioral health concepts such as current trends, theories, approaches, and best practices.
- Recognize institutional and social barriers that impede access, equity, and success for individuals and families within behavioral health systems.
- Effectively analyze, evaluate, and conduct behavioral health research.
- Identify the structures, functions, and organizations which comprise the local health care system, with a particular focus on behavioral healthcare organizations.
- Demonstrate the ability to adhere to professional, ethical standards, including confidentiality and sensitivity when working with diverse populations within the behavioral health field.
- Demonstrate clear, concise, and effective written, electronic, and verbal communication skills with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to enhance person-centered care and health outcomes.
- Complete both brief screenings and biopsychosocial assessments to include co-occurring disorders and develop and monitor client-centered treatment plans in the context of family community, and cultural identities.
BAS-BH Education Plan
Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science
Emphasis: Behavioral Healthcare
Credits: 90
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Notes:
- SUDP 110 and SUDP 240 are required courses. Students who have not completed SUDP 110 & 240 prior to program admissions, must complete the courses as part of the program.
- Students who have completed SUDP 110 & 240 prior to program admission, must complete three general education requirements as part of the program.
- Students who have completed SUDP courses and all general education prior to program start, will take the following course(s) to reach a minimum of 90 credits for this degree. (PSYC 210; PSYC 250, SOC& 201, SOC 125)
CONTACT
Bachelor's Degree Programs
360-623-8927
bachelors@centralia.edu