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Degree Programs > Human Services Major

team workThe Human Services Major (HS) is for students wishing to work within public, nonprofit, and private agencies serving clients, infants through the aged, and their families.

The Human Services Major is also for students who are preparing themselves for graduate study in such fields as counseling/social work, public administration, nonprofit leadership, human development and family studies, or law. Combining course work and clinical experiences, the program of study prepares graduates for positions in direct client services and/or management and administration.

There are two concentrations the Human Services major can pursue:

Clinical Services Concentration

Administration and Family Policy Concentration

FAQ's for Human Services majors (includes some examples of Areas of Interest with Restricted Electives)

Advanced Studies in Nonprofit and Public Administration

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