Explore how families, organizations, and communities function as interconnected systems. This pathway emphasizes communication, leadership, and social relationships for students interested in education, nonprofit leadership, counseling, and community engagement.
Course options (choose any three):
- EIS 320 – Family Systems
- COM 304 – Group Communication and Leadership
- PSY 310 – Social Psychology
- CRM 362 – Juvenile Justice
- PSY 407 – Multicultural Psychology
Examine the relationship between justice, leadership, and public service while developing critical thinking and communication skills applicable to careers in law, government, counseling, and community leadership.
Course options (choose any three):
- CRM 362 – Juvenile Justice
- POL 333 – Constitutional Law: Power and Structure
- COM 304 – Group Communication and Leadership
- CRM 220 – Policing and Law Enforcement
- MGT 470 – Leadership
Gain an early introduction to the counseling profession through graduate-level bridge courses offered through Heidelberg's Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program. This pathway is ideal for students considering graduate study in counseling or related helping professions. Students must apply for approval before enrolling in graduate-level coursework.
Students may combine approved courses across semesters to complete 9 credit hours.
Available bridge courses include:
- COU 502 – Introduction to Professional Counseling Identity
- COU 504 – Theories of Counseling
- COU 637 – Substance Use & Abuse
- COU 654 – Human Sexuality
- COU 512 – Clinical Mental Health Agency & Counseling
- COU 611 – Trauma and Crisis
Dive into human behavior, society, and mental health with Behavioral Sciences. Build a strong foundation for careers in counseling, advocacy, or social services through hands-on, real-world learning.
One of the best parts of Heidelberg is getting to know and working with your professors. You'll be supported and challenged as you develop skills and experiences centered around research you're interested in.