Bachelor of Science in Human Services (Online)

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a degree in Human Services should be able to:

• Make informed decisions that are mindful of the historical trends in human services;
• Demonstrate an understanding of human development and interpersonal dynamics;
• Apply critical thinking and research skills in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data;
• Understand the different components of conducting an effective, systematic program evaluation;
• Develop effective interpersonal skills that enhance their work with others;
• Conduct evidence-based interventions in service delivery, which address the entire range of needs related to the human condition;
• Understand the value of indirect support, such as grant writing, risk and financial management, and other components of administrative support;
• Reflect the values and ethics of the human services field, including an understanding of and respect for diversity and social justice;
• Implement the knowledge, skills, and insights gained from their coursework and internship experience to a variety of occupations or graduate programs.

Human Services Core

• Major Requirements (45 credits)

• HUS 101 - Human Services: Agency & Advocacy Credits: 3
• HUS 495 - Internship Credits: 3
• PSY 101 - General Psychology Credits: 3
• PSY 203 - Psychology of Communication Credits: 3
• PSY 210 - Human Sexuality Credits: 3
• PSY 250 - Psychological Disorders Credits: 3
• PSY 301 - Drugs and Behavior Credits: 3
• PSY 309 - Health Psychology: An Integrated Approach to Behavioral Healthcare Credits: 3
• PSY 402 - Counseling Theory and Practice Credits: 3
• SOC 105 - Social Problems Credits: 3
• SOC 205 - The Family Credits: 3
• SOC 310 - Minority Groups Credits: 3
• SW 201 - Social Work Methods Credits: 3
• SW 315 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment Credits: 3
• SW 401 - Social Welfare Policy Credits: 3

• Two Additional Courses to Complete the Track in Addiction Studies (6 credits)

  • PSY 450  - Substance Use Disorder Rehabilitation Credits: 3
  • PSY 451  - Ethics in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Credits: 3 

Foundation Courses (12 credits)

• ENG 120 - Composition in Context Credits: 3
• RIV 120 - Dignity, Work, Vocation Credits: 3
• MA 112 - College Algebra Credits: 3

• College Algebra or above

  • Religion Elective Credits: 3

Area Distribution Courses (18 credits)

Choose two courses from each area:

• Humanities: English, History, Modern Language, Philosophy, Religion
• Natural/Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Technology: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics
• Social Sciences: Economics, Geography, Human Development, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work

General Education Liberal Arts Electives (12 credits)

Choose four courses from the Area Distribution Courses.

Electives (33 credits)

Degree Requirements (Minimum): 120 credits