MS in Behavioral Health (MSBH) degree at the University of San Francisco

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As the Director of the MS in Behavioral Health (MSBH) degree at the University of San Francisco, I would like to share some information that may be of interest to your pre-health students.
 
The MSBH degree has a unique curriculum based on the belief that "health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity" (World Health Organization). Our courses teach students about the intersection of physical, psychological and systems factors that impact health as well as strategies for addressing inequalities and inefficiencies in healthcare delivery. Our MSBH grads complete the program knowing how to use appropriate, evidence-based practices to address health disparities.
 
Our classes are small and taught by faculty with doctorates in social work, nursing, psychology, public health, health behavior, and informatics. From day one, students develop the skills they need to work successfully on inter-professional teams. Because of our program focus, the MSBH appeals to students with undergraduate degrees such as psychology, sociology, kinesiology, public health, nutrition, and social work. A number of our students are pre-med or pre-dental. We do not require a particular undergraduate degree for admission or the GRE.
 
This program can be completed in as little as twelve months if students attend full time. Part-time options are also available.
 
Please encourage your students to attend our next upcoming Virtual Informational Webinar on March 1, 2016 at 4 PM PST. Students can register on our website www.usfca.edu/msbh. In addition, you and your students can find information about our courses, fieldwork opportunities, faculty, current students and career prospects. 
 
I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have about the MSBH. Or, I can help your students set up a campus visit to sit in on one of our classes and meet with our current students. You or your students can contact me at kkraffel@usfca.edu with any additional questions.
 
 
Sincerely,
 
Kathleen Raffel, MSW, MBA, PhD
Assistant Professor and Director, MS in Behavioral Health
School of Nursing and Health Professions
University of San Francisco

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