Bachelor's of Applied Human Services Online
Program Code: BS6333
The Human Services major leads to a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services. The program equips students with the skills required to serve clients in a variety of settings. Graduates with a degree in Human Services can work with numerous nonprofit and for-profit organizations and social service agencies, as well as state and local government.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts job growth for to be much faster than the average for all occupations. Adding a bachelor's degree boosts your potential to be hired as well as to increase in salary.
Students will complete the following major courses and select six courses from the two areas of emphasis: (a) Leadership and Organization and (b) Diversity and Communication.
Opportunities Upon Graduation
The indicates that the employment of social and human service assistants is projected to grow 13% from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. A growing older adult population and rising demand for social services are expected to drive demand for these workers. Career opportunities associated with the Human Services major include, but are not limited to:
- Community and Family Organizations
- Intake Specialist
- Social Work Assistant
- Case Management Aide
- Probation Officer
- Foster Care and Child Advocate
- Community Outreach Worker
Degree holders are also prepared to enter graduate programs in Counseling, Social Work, and Psychology. The 花季传媒 Counselor Education program offers a M.Ed. degree in Counselor Education that prepares graduates for counseling licensure in the state of Ohio. The program offers three areas of specialization: (a) clinical mental health counseling, (b) clinical mental health/clinical rehabilitation counseling, and (c) school counseling.
For more information, contact:
Kristin Chamberlain
Assistant Professor of Instruction
Human Services Program Coordinator
Patton Hall 432K
740.593.4460