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University of Houston expands behavioral health programs to meet workforce demand

By Valeria Escobar

According to an Aug. 14 news release, the UH College of Education will offer three new ABA-focused programs this fall designed to prepare students and working professionals to enter, or advance in, the field of behavioral health.

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