Human Services, BS

Purpose

The Human Services major prepares students to effectively engage in Human services professional and paraprofessional jobs in such diverse settings as clinics, hospitals, group homes, correctional centers, government agencies, day treatment centers, sheltered workshops, extended care facilities, community-based living homes and social service agencies throughout the community. Depending on the employment setting and the kinds of clients served there, job titles and duties vary a great deal. A human services career is extremely rewarding because of helping others overcome obstacles and providing guidance for members of society that are in distress.

Objectives

In addition to the mission statement, general objectives, and requirements of the University, the objectives of the Human Services program are:

Develop a personal biblical philosophy of human helping, emphasizing student strengths and potential growth areas. Apply the principles and skills of ethical decision-making and respect for diversity within a biblical worldview.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills in helping relationships and group dynamics.
Recognize the social and psychological dimensions of human interactions in a variety of settings.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum 120 semester hours of credit
Complete 18 hours in Bible and Theology courses.
6 semester hours of Leadership Development courses.
Minimum of 30 semester hours of General Education
Minimum 24 semester hours in Human Services courses.
Minimum 30 semester hours of upper division courses
Satisfactory evidence of Christian character and doctrinal views
Meets all ethical requirements and Student Life standards
Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA

See Undergraduate Core for all requirements.

Course of Study (120)

Degree Core (54-55)

Math (3) - Choose one of the following:

The following majors are designated: Philosophy Majors must select PHI 2610, Business Administration - MAT 1110, Educational Studies - MAT 1110, Psychology and Health Sciences - MAT 2100, Teacher Education - MAT 1110
MAT 1110 - College Algebra Credits: 3
MAT 2100 - Introduction to Statistics Credits: 3
PHI 2610 - Introduction to Logic Credits: 3

Culture and Arts (3) - Choose one of the following:

Humanities Majors must select MUS 2110
ART 2110 - Art Appreciation Credits: 3
MUS 2110 - Music Appreciation Credits: 3

History (3) - Choose one of the following:

The following majors are designated: Business Administration and Teacher Education - HIS 1110
HIS 1110 - Introduction to World History Credits: 3
HIS 2310 - United States History and Government Credits: 3
HIS 2400 - Ancient Rome: Empire of Civilizations Credits: 3

Science (3) - Choose one of the following:

The following majors are designated: Teacher Education - BIO 2113; Health Sciences - BIO 2210 and BIO 2111
BIO 1100 - Introduction to Human Biology Credits: 3
BIO 2113 - Introduction to Biology Credits: 3
CHY 1100 - Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry Credits: 3
NTR 2110 - Introduction to Nutrition Credits: 3
PHE 2120 - Health Science & Personal Wellness Credits: 3

Leadership Development and Spiritual Formation (6)

CSL 0101 - Christian Service Learning I Credits: 0
CSL 0201 - Christian Service Learning II Credits: 0
CSL 0202 - Christian Service Learning III Credits: 0
ICS 1210 - Discovering the Mission of God Credits: 3
MSD 1110 - Encountering Spiritual Formation Credits: 3

Human Services Major (36)

Human Services Courses (24)

HMS 1110 - Introduction to Human Services Credits: 3
HMS 1115 - Cultural Diversity Credits: 3
HMS 2110 - Social Welfare Policy and Practice Credits: 3
HMS 3110 - Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis Credits: 3
HMS 4310 - Case Management Credits: 3
HMS 4320 - Working with Older Adults Credits: 3
HMS 4920 - Human Services Practicum Credits: 3
SOC 3740 - Marriage and Family Credits: 3

Psychology Courses (12)

PSY 3310 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3
PSY 3370 - Human Growth and Development Credits: 3
PSY 3445 - Theories of Counseling Credits: 3
PSY 4540 - Integration of Psychology & Christianity Credits: 3

Open Electives (30)

Choose 10 courses from any department.

Notes:

Students working toward a BS in Human Services are encouraged to choose a minor to complement their major program of study or consider a Bible major. Most minors are comprised of 18 credit hours.
Students are also encouraged to focus 12 hours (4 courses) in the following areas: American Sign Language, Art, Bible, Communications, Economics, English, Greek, Hebrew, History, Humanities, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Science, Social Science, Spanish and Theology.