Health & Behavioral Sciences | UMass Global School of Health & Behavioral Sciences Invest in a powerful education that prepares you to promote physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being, cultural acceptance, and social justice in today’s communities. The School of Health and Behavioral Sciences encompasses UMass Global’s psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, and social work programs to prepare you for high-demand behavioral health roles.​​ Develop Licensure-Ready Skills The School of Health and Behavioral Sciences at UMass Global offers flexible, student-centered education in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work , certificate, master’s, and doctoral levels. By uniting these programs under one school, students gain clear pathways from foundational study into advanced, licensure-aligned degrees that prepare them to support individuals, families, and communities across diverse settings. Faculty bring together academic study, clinical practice, and community-based experience to help students develop the skills, cultural humility, and professional ethics needed for meaningful impact in today’s dynamic behavioral health workforce.​ WASC Senior College and University Commission University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) UMass Global's Bachelor and Master of Social Work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Our Faculty All Health & Behavioral Sciences Faculty Isa Ribadu, PhD Dean, School of School of Health & Behavioral Sciences, Distinguished Professor of Psychology Isa Ribadu PhD Jenny Good, PsyD Associate Professor of Psychology Jenny Good PsyD Tobi DeLong Hamilton, PhD Director of MSW Program, Associate Professor of Social Work Tobi DeLong Hamilton PhD Zoila Gordon, PhD Director of BASW Program, Associate Professor of Social Work Zoila Gordon PhD Sandy Howard, EdD Director of Partnerships, Associate Professor of Social Work Sandy Howard EdD Testimonials The university has made my college experience smoother by providing an academic advisor who helped create a tailored education plan for my needs. Additionally, having a financial advisor to review my financial needs and expectations was invaluable. Open communication with my professors and faculty from other departments played a significant role in my success here. Cherie C. Master of Social Work The curriculum challenged me to think critically, communicate effectively, and approach problem-solving with empathy and awareness, qualities that have greatly enhanced how I show up in my work and within my team. This degree gave me more than just credentials; it gave me direction, purpose, and the confidence to pursue a future in mental health services where I can truly make a difference. Briggette A. BA in Psychology The counseling program prepared me for my surprise career in behavioral health by providing me with a strong background and practical experience in counseling techniques and a strong skill set in research and critical thinking—key in building a leadership career. Robert P. 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