Human Services - Burlington College

Human Services from Burlington College is a Campus Bachelor Human Science degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. The Human Services program at Burlington College integrates an understanding of the human experience with an understanding of the ways society and social policies affect individuals and how public and private organizations intervene. Through both study and field experience, students learn to work effectively in complex human service organizations and develop strong project management, communication, research and writing skills. Students in this major are required to take two entry level courses, Introduction to Psychology and Introduction to Human Services, and then five foundational courses in counseling, communications, psychological development, research and policy. At the upper level, students choose electives from human services, psychology, sociology, economics and the law. A degree in Human Services provides a variety of career options in a field that is projected to grow considerably over the next decade, as the need for social programs increases and demographics change. Graduates may choose to work in state or local government, in health care or social service agencies, in childcare, elder care, substance abuse or support programs, or in various special needs fields. Graduates may also use this degree as a foundation to pursue a Masters degree in counseling, social work, public administration, or other fields of study. View more details on Burlington College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Human Science courses.