Human Services (BS)

Federal CIP: 44.0000 Human Services, General

Learning Outcomes

Students completing the on-campus Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Services are expected to:

demonstrate knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values related to significant facts, theories, and issues within the human services field;
display knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values consistent with an understanding and appreciation of multi-cultural issues;
display the critical thinking skills and research skills necessary to interpret and contribute to current practices in human services;
understand and apply basic principles of case management in working with clients; and
be prepared for employment or graduate studies in human services-related fields.

Human Services BS Requirements

Specified General Education Course

Students earning a bachelor’s degree must complete all Core Curriculum requirements. The following specific core curriculum course(s) is required.

PSYC 2003 General Psychology 3 credits

Major Courses

Completion of major and concentration courses requires a minimum grade of C-.

HSER 1053 Survey of Human Servives 3 credits
HSER 2053 Ethics in Human Services 3 credits
HSER 2063 Social Welfare and Policy 3 credits
HSER 2073 Human Behavior in the Social Environment 3 credits
HSER 2511 Practicum Human Services 1 credit
HSER 4003 Case Management 3 credits
HSER 4600 Internship in Human Services 3 credits
PSYC 2123 Human Growth and Development 3 credits
PSYC 2713 Counseling Theory and Practice 3 credits
PSYC 2743 Crisis Intervention 3 credits
PSYC 3413 Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
PSYC 3483 Conflict Resolution 3 credits
PSYC 3783 Chemical Dependency 3 credits
SOSC 1143 Human Diversity 3 credits
SOSC 4003 Studies in Social Sciences 3 credits

Emphases

Students have an option of choosing one or multiple emphases. Courses in each emphasis need to be unique. Duplicate course credit will not be applied amount emphases. Completion of emphasis courses requires a minimum grade of C-. Subject to availabilty of courses.

Electives

In addition to core curriculum (40-44 credit hours) and major course requirements, students must complete elective coursework appropriate to their degree. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for the Bachelor of Science in Human Services, including elective coursework. Students are strongly encouraged to work with their advisor to identify courses that complement their program area.

Summary


Core Curriculum Requirements	40-44 hrs.

Major	43 hrs.

Electives	33-37 hrs.

	Total: 120 hrs.

Human Services (BS)

Federal CIP: 44.0000 Human Services, General

Learning Outcomes

Human Services BS Requirements

Specified General Education Course

Major Courses

Emphases

Child, Youth, and Family Services (6 Credit Hours)

Mental Health and Wellness (6 Credit Hours)

Community Development and Nonprofit Leadership (6 Credit Hours)

Electives

Summary

Total: 120 hrs.