Bachelor of Science in Human Services - Family and Community Services

There is a global need for professionals trained to provide critical social services to children, adults and families from diverse backgrounds—counseling, educating, coordinating and advocating for people.Human Services (HS) majors develop the skills necessary to make a difference in the lives of children, adolescents, adults and families. Choosing from one of three concentrations, students can prepare to work in a variety of settings including non-profit organizations, schools, hospitals, community programs, legal aid and advocacy organizations, where they can have a positive impact in fields such as youth development, disabilities, race relations, juvenile justice, substance abuse prevention and domestic violence prevention.Program Educational Goals Students who successfully complete the Human Services - Family and Community Services Concentration will be able to: 1. Employ theoretical knowledge and practical skills to meet the needs of individuals and families in a variety of community settings. 2. Conduct or utilize family studies research. 3. Describe a variety of prevention, intervention, and policy approaches in human services. 4. Describe and plan approaches to work with families and policymakers to alleviate and cope with complex social problems in a variety of contexts. 5. Integrate theory, research, and best practices in administration and policy contexts.

Send official transcripts/examination results for all secondary and post-secondary work to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor. Letters must be sent directly from the recommender to our office.