IRSC Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Services

B.S., HUMAN SERVICES

If you enjoy helping others in crisis or those who are having difficulty coping with life problems, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Services is your key to a rewarding career. Students may choose from three areas of specialization.

Human Services Generalist Concentration

This concentration allows student to take electives from both the Youth & Family and Addictions concentrations. Practical application of skills and techniques through simulated classroom scenarios is emphasized. Students prepare to work in a broad array of areas including agency family services counselor, academic advisor, clinical assistant, dependency case manager, and intake interviewer.

Graduates Go Further

Nearly four out of five (77%) program graduates are employed shortly after graduation. This includes placement with dozens of local programs and agencies including New Horizons of the Treasure Coast, SafeSpace and Children’s Home Society. Many program graduates continue their education with a Master’s Degree in Health Counseling or Clinical Social Work while working in the human services field.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Program Code:S0080

(Rev. 1/11/2023)

Program Title:Bachelor of Science in Human Services: Human Services Generalist Concentration

Admissions Criteria:A.A. or A.S. Degree from a regionally accredited institution and a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA are required for program admission

Foreign Language Requirement:

Students who have not taken 2 credits of sequential high school foreign language must complete two semesters or 8 credit hours of the same foreign language at the college level to meet the foreign language requirement.

Capstone Guidance:Students must see an advisor to register for Capstone course (HUS4945). Students must also have completed the foreign language requirement, all General Education courses, all Human Services upper-division core courses. Registration is generally limited to 12 credits during the final term when Capstone is taken.

Department Chair Name:Bryan Reuther

Department Chair Email:breuther@irsc.edu

Department Chair Phone:772-462-7981

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