This is an online program.

While this bachelor's degree encourages worldwide student enrollments, it is not appropriate for international students who want to study in the U.S. on a student visa.

Make a difference in people’s lives

The Bachelor of Science in Human Services program provides you with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively respond to clients’ needs. Featuring courses in public health, sociology, politics, and human services, the curriculum offers comprehensive perspectives and valuable insights into what is required to successfully work in human service agencies and community organizations.

To focus your studies in your area of interest, you may choose from three degree specializations—child and family studies, human development, health and social issues. No matter which specialization you choose, you will learn about important topics—human development, problems in human functioning, the role of advocacy, influencing public policy, and crisis intervention—and emerge well equipped to pursue a rewarding career in this growing and exciting field.

Who it’s for? The Bachelor of Science in Human Services is designed for students who are interested in working in human service agencies and community organizations, or who wish to advance their education through higher education in psychology, teaching, counseling, social work, or law. Graduates may work as social workers, drug and alcohol counselors, health educators, psychology aides, mental health aides, juvenile court counselors, parole or correctional officers, childcare aides, or gerontology aides.

What the job market looks like: Human services is one of the fastest growing fields in the country, with employment for social workers expected grow faster than average for all occupations through 2018 (according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics). While a bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement for entry into the occupation, some positions require an advanced degree. Occupational prospects are expected to be especially favorable for social workers who specialize in aging populations or work in rural areas.