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What is Behavior Intervention Psychology?
Behavior interventions psychology focuses on understanding why people behave the way they do and how to promote positive change. This discipline of psychology studies behavior, designs effective interventions, promotes wellbeing and healthy habits, and applies psychological principles to real-world challenges in a variety of settings.
Introduction to Behavioral Psychology Interventions
The behavior interventions psychology program at BYU-Idaho prepares students to enter the workforce right away. You’ll learn critical principles of psychology and apply it to behavior through collaborative research projects with other students. With a focus on real-world applications, BYU-Idaho gives you the opportunity to obtain the Registered Behavior Technician certification. This certificate can build your foundation for further study in psychology or start you off on your career.
As a student in the behavior interventions psychology major, you’ll:
- Learn how to improve or change behavior
- Understand theoretically psychology
- Collaborate with peers on research
- Critically examine historical trends in psychology
- Develop professional written communication
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BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries
Graduates with this emphasis typically enter the workforce with starting salaries between $46,000 and $63,000 as certified behavior technicians in private clinics and school districts. Your earning potential increases significantly with board certification and experience in behavioral health management where senior professionals in Idaho often exceed $85,000 annually.
Common Career Paths
You will be prepared for impactful roles as a registered behavior technician or behavior interventionist within developmental disability agencies and K 12 special education programs. This degree also provides the foundational principles of behavior change required to excel in animal training or organizational support roles within the corporate sector.
Preparation for Grad School
This emphasis provides a rigorous academic foundation for students pursuing a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis or advanced degrees in occupational and speech therapy. You will graduate with the specialized knowledge and clinical hours necessary to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst or pursue doctoral studies in school psychology.
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