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There's an international demand for skilled professionals who can deliver essential social services—including counseling, education, coordination, and advocacy—to diverse populations of children, adults, and families.
Human Services (HS) majors acquire crucial abilities to positively influence the lives of individuals across all age groups and family structures. By selecting one of three specialized tracks, students gain preparation for careers in multiple environments such as nonprofits, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, community initiatives, legal assistance providers, and advocacy groups. These opportunities allow graduates to contribute meaningfully to areas like youth development, disability services, racial equity, juvenile justice, addiction prevention, and domestic violence intervention.
Upon completing the Human Services - Pre-Social Work/Counseling concentration, graduates will demonstrate these competencies: 1. Apply conceptual frameworks and hands-on techniques to support individuals and families in diverse community environments. 2. Engage with or implement family-focused research. 3. Explain various preventive measures, intervention strategies, and policy solutions within human services. 4. Develop and outline methods for collaborating with families and decision-makers to address intricate social challenges across different situations. 5. Implement academic theories, research findings, and proven methodologies during practical internship experiences.