Online Behavioral Health Classes for Community-Focused Careers

Fully online. Affordable. Designed for adults ready to support behavioral health needs where they live and work.
Request Information

Online Behavioral Health Classes for Community-Focused Careers

Fully online. Affordable. Designed for adults ready to support behavioral health needs where they live and work.
Request Information
behavioral-health-1 (1)
behavioral-health-2 (1)

A Behavioral Health Program Built Around Your Life

Central Methodist University’s online Behavioral Health program is designed to support adult learners who need flexibility, affordability, and meaningful academic support. With fully online coursework, small class sizes, and personalized advising, the program helps you move forward without putting the rest of your life on hold.

  • 100% online behavioral health coursework

  • $275 per credit hour along with a $25 per credit hour student services fee (totaling $300 per credit hour)

  • Transfer-friendly for accredited college credits

  • Small class sizes (around 20 students)

  • Personalized academic advising

 

Built for Real Life, Not a Traditional Campus Schedule

If you’re balancing work, family, and a desire to make a difference in your community, CMU’s online Behavioral Health program is designed with you in mind.

 

Request Information

This program is a great fit if you:

  • Started college but never finished

  • Want to support individuals with behavioral health needs

  • Need a flexible, fully online degree option

  • Are interested in community-based mental health work

  • Prefer small classes and personal support

No dorms. No commuting. No rigid schedules.

 

Online Behavioral Health Degree Program

The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health at CMU focuses on community-based mental health research and practice. Students learn about behavioral health systems, regulations, communication strategies, and community resources that support individuals with mental health needs. The program emphasizes understanding how behavioral health services function at the local, state, and federal levels, while preparing students for graduate study or entry-level roles in behavioral health–related fields.

What You'll Study

  • Community mental health systems and regulations

  • Therapeutic and motivational communication techniques

  • Case study analysis and applied learning

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

  • Behavioral health research and community resources

 

Prepare for Community-Focused Behavioral Health Roles

Graduates of CMU’s Behavioral Health program are prepared to pursue entry-level roles supporting individuals and families with behavioral health needs in community-based settings. The program also provides a strong foundation for graduate studies in fields such as psychology, counseling, applied behavior analysis, social work, and related disciplines.

 

  • Community mental health organizations
  • Social service agencies
  • Behavioral health support programs
  • Nonprofit and public health organizations
  • Foundation for Graduate and Professional Study
Request Information
Career outcomes vary based on individual experience, additional education, and employer requirements. Completion of this program does not guarantee employment or graduate school admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program fully online?

Yes. All coursework for this program is delivered online.

Yes. CMU accepts accredited transfer credits and evaluates transcripts before application.

 

This program is designed for adult learners, working professionals, and parents seeking flexibility.

No. This program is not approved for international students.

No. You can request information and receive a transcript evaluation first.

Request Information About Our Online Classes

From where you are now to a degree that moves you forward. CMU is committed to helping you finish strong.

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Are you a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident?*