Human Services, B.S.

Bates Hall
Telephone: (203) 576-4158
Fax: (203) 576-4171

Curriculum and Program Requirements

The Human Services Program is designed to provide the academic and practical experience necessary to enter the field of human services upon completion of the degree. The combination of academic theoretical coursework and its application through supervised field work experience provides students with the breadth of preparation necessary for employment in a wide range of human service agencies and community organizations. Students have the opportunity to enhance their programs with minors in such fields as Education, Business and Social Sciences. Stimulating courses are taught by experienced fac­ulty who are current practitioners as well as active researchers.

Learning Outcomes

By completing the B.S. in Human Services, students will:

1) be knowledgeable of the history and systems of the Human Services field;

2) be skillful at program assessment, planning, and development;

3) be able to find, use, manage, and protect information effectively;

4) be effective at oral and written communication;

5) be adept at program ad­ministration and leadership;

6) be committed to ethical practices; and

7) be respectful of client values and attitudes.