Offerings include both master of arts and bachelor of science degree completion programs. These programs are generally compatible with full-time employment as they are held in two to six day intensive modules. There are no daily classes. The experiential educational methods and strong learning community provide an excellent method for students to access practical and immediately applicable skills to improve their effectiveness, both personally and professionally.
Faculty members are active practitioners in their fields.
LIOS was founded in 1969 and has provided academic programs since 1973. LIOS is affiliated with Bastyr University based on its dedication to improving and sustaining the health and well-being of individuals and systems, through teaching the theories and skills of applied behavioral science. This degree blends interpersonal effectiveness training with a strong theory base drawn from the disciplines of individual and organizational psychology, sociology, anthropology and systems thinking. Learning in the program is often life changing and always immediately applicable in a student's personal and professional life. Prerequisites Undergraduates entering the bachelor's degree completion program in applied behavioral science must have at least a 2.25 cumulative GPA with a grade of C or better in all required courses.