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Online Graduate Certificate in Assessment of Integrative Health Modalities

This certificate offers opportunities to enhance your well-being and positively influence others across various areas of your life. The curriculum emphasizes whole-person health — including physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being — while examining environmental influences on overall wellness.

For personal growth, you’ll gain strategies to prioritize self-care, reduce burnout and manage compassion fatigue. By focusing on your well-being, you’ll be better prepared to support clients, loved ones and others who rely on you.

The knowledge you gain can support a transition into health and wellness careers and help you foster resilience in others. You’ll also learn to apply mindfulness practices and stress management strategies to expand your impact in helping professions, such as social work, nursing and behavioral health.

What you’ll learn

Coursework explores assessment and intervention in clinical settings, working effectively with multicultural populations and analyzing how social determinants affect health outcomes. You’ll study the neuroscience foundations of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MSBR). An embedded eight-week course helps you build a personal mindfulness practice grounded in MBSR principles.

This program also emphasizes guiding others in forming positive habits in nutrition, physical activity, stress management, connection with nature and mental wellness. As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to foster mental health through supportive relationships, self-regulation and integrative approaches.

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Graduate Certificate
Program Focus
Assessment of Integrative Health Modalities
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Assessment of Integrative Health Modalities (Graduate Certificate)
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Graduate
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Program Description Intro

Arizona State University’s online graduate certificate in assessment of integrative health modalities gives you the tools to thrive in today’s fast-paced world. Through this program, you’ll gain knowledge to support holistic well-being, guide sustainable lifestyle changes and improve quality of life for yourself, your clients and your community.

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Courses Summary

This certificate includes two core courses and three electives, offering flexibility to align your studies with your personal and professional goals while providing insight into integrative health. You’ll develop a personal mindfulness practice as you explore topics such as holistic therapies, quality of life enhancement and the psychology of mindfulness.

The eight-week mindfulness training course culminates in a certificate of completion in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and makes you eligible to apply for national certification. You’ll complete the full MBSR program, taught by a certified instructor and based on the curriculum founded by Jon Kabat-Zinn, as part of your graded assignments.

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5
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15
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The impressive faculty in the School of Social Work inspires the next generation of social workers through real-world solutions to issues in areas such as child welfare, family violence, health and mental health disparities, human trafficking and water scarcity. Our faculty are among the most prolific social work researchers in the country and many of the texts used in social work programs across the country were written by faculty who teach in the school’s online social work programs. Our faculty includes:

  • 7 Fellows of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare
  • 11 Fellows of the Society for Social Work and Research
  • 5 Fulbright Scholars
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The School of Social Work is a part of the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions — a comprehensive public service college dedicated to addressing social problems through teaching, research and service. Our programs, which range from public policy and social work to criminal justice and emergency management, are designed to prepare graduates to make a difference in their communities.

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Applicants to the graduate certificate in assessment of integrative health modalities program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the School of Social Work.

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  • Graduate admission application and application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal statement
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Online Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Applied Psychological Science – Counseling Military Members and Veterans

This program provides you with comprehensive preparation for a career in counseling military members and veterans. Upon graduation, you’ll be well-prepared for various jobs within the defense market, such as behavioral health specialist, psychological operations, family support specialist, special operatives and peer specialist, particularly within the VA System and armed services.

Additionally, with your specialized skills and knowledge in supporting military members and veterans, you'll be a competitive candidate for graduate programs in counseling, social work and applied areas of psychology. However, it's important to note that while this program provides a strong foundation, meeting specific admission requirements for graduate professional programs will depend on the individual school's criteria.

The knowledge and skills you’ll develop

As a counseling and applied psychological science program, you’ll first develop foundational skills in communication, analytical thinking, research, interpersonal relations, leadership, problem-solving and adaptability. These skills are essential for the broader fields of counseling and applied psychology.

In addition to these foundational skills, you’ll gain concentration-specific knowledge on counseling military members and veterans, including:

  • Mental performance.
  • Military psychology and counseling.
  • Navigating combat trauma.
  • Social issues in counseling.

These specialized courses will equip you with the insights and expertise needed to address the unique challenges faced by military members and veterans, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in their lives.

Who’s a good fit for this program?

Ideal candidates for this program include military service members seeking career advancement, students interested in working in military and veteran service organizations, those seeking specialization in military and veteran studies and recent retirees looking for personal growth. While there’s no specific occupational profile required, this program may be most suitable for those in public service or occupations that interact with military or veteran populations.

Please note: Graduates of this program can’t claim to be military psychologists or other professions requiring graduate education and licensure. This program introduces foundational ideas related to military psychology and counseling with an intentional focus on the interaction between military psychology and counseling.

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Counseling and Applied Psychological Science – Counseling Military Members and Veterans (BS)
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Program Description Intro

Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Science in counseling and applied psychological science with a concentration in counseling military members and veterans focuses on the specific challenges faced by military members and veterans, equipping you with the skills to support their mental health needs. Aligned with ASU's commitment to assisting those who have served our country and providing access to all qualified students, this program will prepare you for rewarding careers in organizations serving this population.

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Courses Summary

You’ll first delve into foundational courses covering counseling and applied psychological sciences, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of counseling principles and psychological theories. As you progress, you’ll take concentration-specific courses focusing on counseling military members and veterans.

This program culminates with a mandatory internship, offering valuable hands-on experience in the field. For instance, you may have the opportunity to observe mental health professionals or shadow in a low-risk clinic to gain insight into the daily work of counseling military members and veterans. This practical experience will give you valuable insights into the daily work of counseling military members and veterans, preparing you for your future career.

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41
Total Credit Hours
120
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College of Integrative Sciences and Arts - Humanities and Social Sciences Programs
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Take courses in military psychology, counseling and more
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Learn from experts in the field of counseling and psychology
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  • American Educational Research.
  • American Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.
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Online Master of Counseling

This Master of Counseling online will prepare you to become a licensed professional counselor in Arizona and other states with comparable licensure requirements. Upon graduation, you can work in a range of settings from small clinical private practices to large agencies and hospitals.

In this program, you’ll focus on growing your ability to counsel clients of all ages and backgrounds. You’ll learn how to promote mental health within individuals, families, groups and organizations in a multicultural society. Additionally, you’ll gain clinical and non-clinical skills to apply in your counseling practice, such as:

  • Assessment (intake, crisis, personality and diagnostic)
  • Basic trauma response
  • Case management
  • Clinical counseling (individual and group counseling, couples counseling, family therapy and counseling children and adolescents)
  • Clinical documentation
  • Cultural responsiveness
  • Research

Who’s a good candidate for this Master of Counseling?

Candidates from a variety of educational and occupational backgrounds are encouraged to pursue this program. To succeed, you should have an interest in providing clinical counseling services to diverse client populations, as well as managing a range of psycho-social-emotional challenges. You must also demonstrate your commitment to personal growth and reflection, multicultural awareness and an openness to supervisory feedback.

Additionally, this counseling master’s program is designed for those looking for opportunities to learn hands-on. You’ll complete three semesters of in-person, supervised field experiences in your geographic region. As a required component of the field experiences and state licensure, you’ll also participate in a live, virtual group supervision session weekly. These opportunities will allow you to develop your skills in providing counseling services, case management, crisis and risk assessment, clinical documentation and diagnosis.

Learn from expert faculty who are active in the field

In this Master of Counseling online, you’ll learn from faculty who are also leading professionals in a variety of areas of the field from research to direct practice. In addition to teaching, a majority of faculty are licensed in their respective fields, hold leadership positions and engage in scholarly work. Many also are fellows of the American Psychological Association and hold specialized credentials. Key areas of focus for program faculty include:

  • Children and adolescents/play therapy
  • Counseling process and outcome
  • Couple and family relationships
  • Crisis assessment
  • Culturally responsive treatment
  • Mental health disparities
  • Nonbinary stress and resilience
  • Social justice and advocacy
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Master of Counseling
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Counseling
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Counseling (MC)
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Program Description Intro

Offered through the School of Counseling and Counseling Psychology, Arizona State University's online Master of Counseling will prepare you to provide culturally responsive, clinical mental health services to clients across the lifespan. With a combination of coursework and supervised field experiences, you’ll graduate prepared to take the next steps to become a licensed professional counselor.

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EDCOUNMC
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GRLS
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Courses Summary

This program covers a range of topics from multicultural counseling and psychotherapy to human development across the lifespan and psychological tests. You’ll also have the opportunity to take elective courses in your interest areas such as neuropsychology, substance abuse and addiction, personality assessment and more.

Additionally, you’ll participate in three semesters of field-based clinical practice, which will provide you with a foundation for success during the licensure process. You’ll complete a practicum and two internships at a site you identify and that is approved by the program. This, combined with weekly live, virtual group supervision experiences, will allow you to practice providing clinical services in an array of mental health settings.

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Total Credit Hours
60
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Counseling (M.C.), Admitted Prior to Summer 2025
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Online counseling master’s courses
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Learn from leading counseling practitioners in the field
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  • Association Fellows
  • American Psychological Association fellows
  • Fulbright scholars
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Applicants to the Master of Counseling program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.

This program has a highly competitive admission process. Please note that the fall application deadline is Feb. 1 and the spring application deadline is Aug. 1.

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Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00* cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their bachelor's program. Alternatively, applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in an applicable master's program.

*The program committee reviews applications holistically. While the minimum cumulative GPA required is 3.00, it’s preferred that an applicant has an undergraduate GPA of 3.50 and at least one year of work or volunteer experience in a helping setting. The committee emphasizes multicultural knowledge, awareness and skills, and the applicant’s strengths may offset an area of weakness.

All applicants must submit:

  • Graduate admission application and application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Resume
  • Two to three letters of recommendation
  • Video submission

Recommendations should come from academic and professional references. Recommenders should be able to speak to an applicant’s academic potential (e.g., faculty member) and/or professional or volunteer experience (e.g., supervisor).

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The purpose of the personal statement is for applicants to share their qualifications, such as professional experiences and personal attributes, as well as express their interest in the Master of Counseling online program. Your statement will also be used to assess your written communication abilities.

Your statement should be two to three pages and double-spaced. Document specifics also include using 12-point, Times New Roman font and one-inch margins. For the admission committee to appropriately review your statement, you must address the following prompts:

  • Explain how your education and training, as well as your volunteer and professional experiences, inform why you want to pursue the Master of Counseling program.
  • Outline how the Master of Counseling will help you meet your future career goals.
  • Discuss your ability to work with and be sensitive to the needs of a multicultural and diverse society, including but not limited to members of diverse racial and ethnic groups and sexual minority individuals.
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  • An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.
  • The review committee may invite finalists to provide additional materials to supplement their application.
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Online Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Applied Psychological Science – Sport and Performance Counseling

This program provides context for understanding human behavior and achieving peak performance in domains, such as sport, exercise and competition. You’ll develop practical skills for enhancing performance and well-being in yourself and others, whether you’re an athlete, coach, parent or simply interested in the intersection between psychology and sport.

In your courses, you’ll learn about a variety of topics in psychology from the lens of sport and counseling performance, including:

  • Anxiety and stress management.
  • Counseling theories and techniques.
  • Foundations in sport psychology.
  • Human development across the lifespan.
  • Motivation and confidence in athletes.
  • Multicultural research, theory and practice.
  • Performance enhancement.
  • Psychological factors of injury and rehabilitation.
  • Team dynamics.

What fields can I go into after graduating from this program?

The knowledge you’ll gain in this sport and performance counseling degree concentration applies to fields in sport and beyond. The military, health and wellness, K-12 coaching, performance arts and emergency services are examples of industries that require mental preparation and resilience for success.

Additionally, the psychological dynamics at play in sport are also relevant to wellness within organizations and the workplace. From increasing motivation to perform at optimal levels to reducing stress in high-pressure situations, you can apply sport counseling techniques to roles in the public, private and nonprofit sectors.

Can I become a sport psychologist with this degree?

No. This degree doesn’t lead directly to a career as a sport psychologist or any profession that requires graduate education and professional licensure to practice. However, as a graduate, you’ll be equipped for advanced studies in a variety of areas, such as sport psychology, kinesiology, athletics and physical therapy.

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Counseling and Applied Psychological Science – Sport and Performance Counseling (BS)
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Program Description Intro

Are you curious about the psychological challenges elite athletes face after suffering from a major injury or retiring from their sport? Do you want to understand why people are captivated by sport and how they bring people together? Pursue a Bachelor of Science in counseling and applied psychological science with a concentration in sport and performance counseling to explore these questions and more.

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Courses Summary

Courses in this concentration cover topics ranging from how participation in sport and physical activity affects psychological development and mental well-being to using psychological science to improve performance. You’ll also explore the mental and emotional aspects of sport performance, including motivation, confidence, anxiety and focus.

To culminate the program, you’ll complete a required internship in a sport or mental health setting. This gives you practical opportunities to apply what you learn in class and prepares you to take the next step in your career.

Courses may include:

Total Classes
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Total Credit Hours
120
Program Fee Code
UPO203
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Learn from top faculty and researchers in sport and performance counseling
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Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.
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ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university is repeatedly awarded peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and other respected organizations.

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Online Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Applied Psychological Science – Substance Abuse and Addictions

Applied psychological science connects theory to hands-on counseling practice. In this substance abuse and addictions degree concentration, you'll focus on learning how to counsel clients experiencing forms of addiction.

As an ideal candidate, you’ll be interested in learning a combination of psychological theory and practice related to addiction. This concentration is an especially good fit if you have an associate degree in psychology and are looking to focus your upper-division studies on substance abuse and addiction counseling.

The skills you’ll develop in this program

In this program, you’ll acquire skills in screening, assessing, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans for patients afflicted with substance abuse or related addictions. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with a range of skills that can apply to many career paths in behavioral health, including:

  • Applying counseling theory to practice.
  • Counseling microskills.
  • Cultural sensitivity.
  • Foundational knowledge of substance abuse and addiction patterns.
  • Research methods.
  • Understanding group dynamics relevant to substance use and addictions.

Does this lead to substance abuse counseling licensure?

Although earning a bachelor’s degree is the first step towards licensure, this degree won’t qualify you to become a licensed professional counselor. However, this program provides preparation for the master’s degree that leads to the licensed professional counselor credential.

Additionally, the coursework in this program meets the requirements for the Licensed Addiction Counselor Technician (LACT) credential in Arizona. Note: Licensure requirements differ in every state, so it’s important to determine your career goals and the educational requirements needed to achieve them.

State authorization:
We strongly recommend you visit our state authorization page to learn how ASU is authorized to operate in your state, policies for out-of-state students and program exceptions.

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Bachelor of Science
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Substance Abuse and Addictions
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Counseling and Applied Psychological Science – Substance Abuse and Addictions (BS)
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Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in counseling and applied psychological science with a concentration in substance abuse and addictions is the first of its kind at a major research university. In this program, you’ll learn the principles of substance abuse and addiction counseling practices, including diagnosis, assessment and treatment plans. This applied psychology program equips you with knowledge of researched patterns of addiction styles in addition to an understanding of counseling techniques.

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Your concentration courses focus on counseling practices related to treating those suffering from substance abuse and related addictions. In addition to your coursework, you’ll have the opportunity to build hands-on experience in a 135-hour required internship supervised by a licensed counselor.

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Total Credit Hours
120
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UPO203
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Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.
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Program Features

Online Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Applied Psychological Science

This counseling and applied psychological science degree equips you with foundational training in trauma, lifespan development, group counseling and professional ethics. A unique aspect of this program is its attention to cultural diversity, which focuses on age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion and socioeconomic status. In addition, you’ll also gain transferable skills that will prepare you for many roles, including:

  • Adaptability
  • Analytical skills
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Research methods
  • Understanding group dynamics

Tailor your studies to fit your career goals

In this program, you’ll learn the foundational principles of counseling and explore strategies that promote psychological well-being in others. Ideal candidates include those interested in improving behavioral health among individuals and families. This program is beneficial if you have an associate degree in a related field or are working in human services roles, such as care coordinator, caseworker and clinical school liaison.

Interested in exploring specific areas of counseling and applied psychological science? Check out the three online concentrations available:

  • Counseling military members and veterans.
    • In this concentration, you’ll explore the distinct challenges that military members and veterans encounter. You’ll also learn how to effectively address these issues, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in their lives.
  • Sports and performance counseling.
    • In this concentration, you’ll discover the psychological challenges athletes face after a major injury or retiring from their sport. You’ll also examine why humans are captivated by sports and how games bring people together.
  • Substance abuse and addictions.
    • In this concentration, you’ll focus on counseling strategies for clients experiencing addiction. You’ll learn how to screen, assess, diagnose and treat those with substance abuse problems, behavioral addictions or other related conditions.

Does this program lead to counseling licensure?

While this program doesn’t lead to counseling licensure, it’ll prepare you for graduate programs and other advanced training. Upon graduation, you’ll feel confident supporting licensed counselors in behavioral health care delivery settings or beginning a graduate degree program in a counseling-related field. As part of the program, you’ll also participate in a hands-on internship where you may shadow a licensed therapist and practice counseling theory in a supportive training environment.

Please note: Only the BS with a concentration in substance abuse and addictions offers a pathway to licensure in Arizona as a Licensed Addiction Counselor Technician (LACT).

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Bachelor of Science
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Counseling and Applied Psychology
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Counseling and Applied Psychological Science (BS)
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Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in counseling and applied psychology science is the first of its kind at a major research university, designed for those interested in promoting psychological well-being. In this program, you’ll gain an advanced understanding of topics such as cultural diversity, addiction dynamics, counseling strategies, professional ethics and more.

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Courses Summary

In this program, you'll explore common counseling practices and apply them to practical scenarios. Additionally, you’ll complete a 135-hour supervised, hands-on capstone experience to network with community behavioral health specialists and grow your professional identity.

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40
Total Credit Hours
120
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Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.
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best global universities.

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Online Graduate Certificate in Integrated Behavioral Health – Management

Enhance your ability to lead health care teams and integrate medical and behavioral health services with this graduate certificate. You’ll learn how to design and manage programs that support whole-person care, improving patient outcomes and system efficiency.

You’ll explore key concepts in integrated behavioral health management, including:

  • Conduction cost and utilization analyses for integrated care.
  • Enhancing patient and provider satisfaction while improving health outcomes.
  • Lowering per capita health care costs through strategic management.
  • Overseeing effective integration of medical and behavioral health integration.

How our two integrated behavioral health certificate programs compare

While both certificate programs prepare professionals for careers in integrated health care, each focuses on different aspects of the field.

This program equips current or aspiring health care managers with the skills to oversee and implement integrated care models. You’ll explore the financial, policy and operational strategies that drive the successful integration of behavioral and medical services.

ASU’s online graduate certificate in integrated behavioral health with a clinical concentration is designed for clinicians, including social workers, counselors, psychologists and allied health providers, who want to treat patients directly in primary care settings. This program emphasizes brief, evidence-based interventions and collaborative treatment planning among medical teams.

With the management certificate, you’ll gain the skills to design, implement and sustain integrated care systems. If you want to work directly with patients, the clinical certificate trains you to provide care in medical settings.

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Graduate Certificate
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Integrated Behavioral Health – Management (Graduate Certificate)
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Arizona State University’s online integrated behavioral health management graduate certificate equips you with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage integrated care systems. Throughout this program, you’ll learn to navigate primary care models, funding structures and best practices in leading behavioral health integration.

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This certificate is designed to train master’s-level health care managers (or aspiring health care managers) on the integration of medical and behavioral services. Throughout your courses, you’ll deep dive into behavioral health, business and financial topics to successfully manage people and practices in the field.

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  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
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Developing tomorrow’s health workforce
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  • Official transcripts
  • Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume
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Online Graduate Certificate in Integrated Behavioral Health – Clinical

This graduate certificate provides master’s-level clinicians and students with the skills to succeed in the growing field of integrated primary care and behavioral health care.

You’ll focus on clinical training and gain hands-on experience in:

  • Brief, focused behavioral health intervention for conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Collaboration strategies for working in primary care teams.
  • Medical literacy to navigate health care settings.
  • Behavioral coaching to improve patient health outcomes.

How our two integrated behavioral health certificate programs compare

While both certificate programs prepare professionals for careers in integrated health care, each focuses on different aspects of the field.

This program is designed for clinicians, including social workers, counselors, psychologists and allied health providers, who want to treat patients directly in primary care settings. You’ll learn how to deliver brief, evidence-based behavioral health interventions while working alongside medical teams to implement support care strategies that improve patient health outcomes.

ASU’s online graduate certificate in integrated behavioral health with a management concentration empowers current or aspiring health care managers to oversee and implement integrated care models. This program focuses on the business and operational aspects of integrated care systems, including funding strategies, policy and the logistics of integrating behavioral and medical services.

The clinical certificate provides the real-world training you need to work directly with patients. If you’re interested in leading, designing and managing integrated care programs, the management certificate may be the better choice.

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Arizona State University's online graduate certificate in integrated behavioral health with a clinical concentration prepares you for clinical roles in both primary care and behavioral health. In this program, you’ll deepen your understanding of behavioral health models and their real-world applications, equipping you to support patient care and improve outcomes in integrated medical settings.

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The curriculum in this five-course, 15-credit program includes the following topics:

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  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
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Developing tomorrow’s health workforce
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  • Business or law (health care and business administration, economics or finance)
  • Engineering (biomedical engineering)
  • General science (biology or physiology)
  • Health-related field (nursing, health policy or public health)
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Online Doctor of Behavioral Health – Clinical

This program provides clinicians with the training and expertise needed to succeed in today’s integrated primary care environments. As a student, you’ll complete specialized coursework focused on evidence-based behavioral interventions.

The curriculum offers options for live and self-paced learning opportunities. You can both set your own schedule and collaborate with classmates and instructors in real time. During live sessions, you’ll engage in discussions, ask questions and explore applied case scenarios. The webinars are also recorded for those who can’t attend live, allowing for maximum flexibility as you prepare for the next steps in your clinical career.

What you’ll learn in this Doctor of Behavioral Health program

This applied, professional doctorate covers health care interventions and management strategies for integrated behavioral health programs. The core curriculum emphasizes three pillars of education, including:

  • Medical literacy: Understanding the nuances of disease pathophysiology, progression and treatment.
  • Integrated behavioral interventions: Learning how to coordinate the treatment of medical and behavioral conditions in primary care and other medical settings.
  • Entrepreneurship: Leveraging your skill set to meet the demands of the 21st century health care market.

Additionally, you’ll learn how to create and implement population health management programs, as well as assess and improve the level of integrated care in primary settings. Other topics covered include using evidence-based strategies to identify patients at risk for health issues and engaging them in their care.

Who’s a good candidate for this clinical DBH?

This program is intended for professionals who are licensed (or license eligible) as behavioral, medical or allied health professionals. It’s ideal if candidates have a current position or would like to work in a hospital or primary care clinic. Experience working on an interprofessional team in a medical setting can also provide helpful context for those entering the program.

Successful candidates seek to enhance their clinical work and develop management skills to specialize in integrated behavioral and primary health care. Different from programs that focus only on mental or physical health, this clinical DBH emphasizes incorporating behavioral interventions and therapeutic lifestyle changes in addition to medical condition management.

Are you interested in creating and/or managing an integrated care program? ASU also offers a Doctor of Behavioral Health with a management concentration online. If you want to explore which concentration is right for you, review this article comparing the two.

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Behavioral Health (Clinical)
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Behavioral Health – Clinical (DBH)
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Prepare for career advancement in the integrated health care field with a Doctor of Behavioral Health with a clinical concentration online from Arizona State University. This concentration is designed to elevate master’s-prepared clinicians by offering advanced learning opportunities in behavioral interventions, medical literacy and entrepreneurship. As a graduate, you’ll be equipped to meet the demands of doctorate-level leaders and clinicians in primary care.

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This doctorate program combines evidence-based clinical practice, quality improvement and entrepreneurship courses and experiences. Your courses ensure that you gain both functional medical and behavioral health literacy to support your work in integrated health. 

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Learn from distinguished practitioners in behavioral health
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  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
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Applicants to the clinical DBH program must have a master’s degree (in any field) from a regionally accredited institution, and must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Health Solutions. Additionally, candidates must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor’s degree program or in their applicable master's degree education.

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To apply, you must submit the following:

  • Graduate admission application and application fee.
  • Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts.
  • At least one professional letter of recommendation.
  • Personal statement
  • Internship essay
  • Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.
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Clinicians must possess an appropriate clinical license prior to admission to the program and are expected to work within the restrictions of their current license and professional scope of practice while completing all aspects of the DBH program, including clinical internship. Those not already licensed must be on a pathway to acquiring licensure within two years of being admitted (working on hours for the exam).

The terms “licensed” and “license eligible” refer to a license to practice, which are issued by state licensing boards like the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners and the Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners. Some examples include:

  • Licensed or license-eligible behavioral health clinician with a master’s degree-level education.
  • Master’s degree-level medical or ancillary health care providers, such as licensed nurses, dietitians and occupational therapists.
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Online Doctor of Behavioral Health – Management

In this Doctor of Behavioral Health, you’ll explore current issues in management and behavioral care in integrated primary care environments. You’ll also gain important health care administration skills needed to design, implement and evaluate integrated care programs and meet the needs of patients, providers and health care organizations. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with the tools, training and experience required to keep pace with new trends in behavioral intervention and pursue leadership roles in health care administration.

Coursework and more: How you’ll learn in this DBH

This behavioral health management concentration focuses on preparing you for the rapidly evolving integrated care landscape. The curriculum features self-paced learning allowing you to set your own schedule and communicate with peers and professors in real time.

Throughout the behavioral health management curriculum, you’ll focus on:

  • Business entrepreneurship: Maximize your earning potential by identifying and adapting to organizational and market demands.
  • Integrated behavioral health programs: Learn how to improve patient experiences, support positive clinical outcomes and reduce health care costs and inefficiencies.
  • Quality and performance measurement: Improve health care delivery and patient outcomes by adopting the new Accountable Care Organization model.

This program culminates with a unique capstone research project where you’ll develop a comprehensive business plan that aligns with your personal and professional interests.

Who’s a good candidate for this management DBH?

This program is intended for students looking to enhance their clinical work and develop management skills to specialize in integrated behavioral health and health care. As an ideal candidate, you should have a strong interest in working in environments that address both medical and behavioral conditions such as hospitals, primary care clinics and more. Experience working on an interprofessional team in a medical setting would also prepare you well for this program.

In both of our DBH concentrations, clinical and management, you’ll learn about core topics, such as the delivery and economics of health care systems, the organization of health improvement incentives, population-based health management and quality and performance measurement. Additionally, both concentrations prepare you to work in integrated health care environments and support medical and behavioral health services. However, the concentration you choose will depend on whether you prefer to work directly with patients as a clinician or enact policies and create budgets to support clinicians and the patients in their care as a health care administration manager. Learn more about the differences between ASU Online’s clinical and management concentrations. Learn more about the differences between ASU Online’s clinical and management concentrations.

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Arizona State University’s Doctor of Behavioral Health with a concentration in management online prepares you for the rapidly changing medical care marketplace as a future health care manager. This program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle the most challenging issues in modern medicine.

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This program provides you with a wide range of specialized courses in health care administration. You’ll study important aspects of integrated health care management, such as finance, leadership and leading interdisciplinary teams, legal, ethical and professional health care issues, cost savings and return on investment.

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  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
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Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in the last 60 hours of their bachelor’s degree program or in their applicable master’s degree education. 

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To apply, you must submit the following:

  • Graduate admission application and application fee.
  • Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts.
  • At least one professional letter of recommendation.
  • Personal statement
  • Internship essay
  • Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.
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An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.

Applicants with master's degrees in business administration, public health, nursing, counseling, health care administration and social work, among others, are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be master's degree-level professionals who are either currently employed or aspire to be employed in a clinical capacity within integrated health care.

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