Students who choose the major in Behavioral Science with a specialization in Gerontology must complete:

• BHSC 244 - Social Psychology
• BHSC 226 - Data Management in Behavioral Science
• BHSC 282 - Perspectives on Aging
• BHSC 348 - Methodology Soc/Beh Sciences
• BHSC 399 - Internship Soc/Beh Sciences
• BHSC 426 - Classics Soc/Beh Sciences
• PSYN 232 - Health Psychology
• PSYN 315 - Aging & Mental Health Or
• PSYN 239 - Adult Development and Aging
• SOCL 271 - Med Sociology: Hlth Care Modrn
• Plus three elective courses selected under advisement from the major offerings in psychology and/or sociology numbered 200 and above.

Note(s)

At least two major courses in psychology and two major courses in sociology must be completed in residence at Mercy University.

BHSC 370 - Stats Socl/Behv Sciences  is recommended for students planning to attend graduate school.

There is an 18-credit residency requirement in the major of Behavioral Science.
PSYN 101  and SOCL 101  are Prerequisites for the major courses in psychology and sociology and fulfill part of the General Education requirements.