BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN SERVICES

The Human Services baccalaureate degree offers a high level of training which prepares the graduate to enter the work field as a well-trained, competent professional. The student will be provided with a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and professional skills which relate to various aspects of the profession such as direct service delivery to clients, social policies and environmental trends as they impact organizations and practice in human services. The program offers a broad liberal arts knowledge base, as well as skills and competency in the student’s personal and professional growth, communication and interpersonal skills, techniques in effective interviewing and assessment, problem solving, crisis intervention, counseling, case management and treatment of a broad range of problems likely to affect individuals, families and communities in need of services. As such, human service professionals may become employed in a variety of settings including social service agencies, schools, and businesses.

MISSION STATEMENT 

The Department of Human Services at Hilbert College prepares students to become ethical, competent, and self-reflective practitioners in the field of human services. Central to the curriculum is an appreciation of human beings in all of their diversity.   The program emphasizes experiential learning in the classroom and through extensive field experience.  The program provides the skills, attitudes, and knowledge for students to make meaningful changes in the lives of individuals and their communities. 

The Human Services program plays a central role in student learning by: 

• Providing a combination of academic course work and field/clinical experiences to develop skills in critical thinking, interpersonal communication, and ethical practices. 

• Preparing students for employment in the public and private community-based human services fields. 

• Preparing students for lifelong learning, personal growth and self-awareness. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Students will understand how the human services field has evolved over time. 

• Students will learn the skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes required of entry-level professionals. 

• Students will appreciate all aspects of diversity and its impact on the human condition. 

• Students will develop moral and ethical behaviors and attitudes in personal and professional practice. 

• Students will develop a commitment to their own self-awareness, personal growth and development. 

CAREER OUTLOOK

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A unique feature of the program is an opportunity for students to pursue either a generalist or specialized base of knowledge. The Human Service student may select from among the various options available to specialize in: substance abuse/chemical dependency, law and human services, child and family practice, or family violence. A fifth option is also available to students who prefer to pursue a more generalized approach to the profession.

A broad range of selected elective courses are featured in an array of disciplines such as psychology, sociology, and criminal justice, as well as human services.

To supplement and enhance the in-class learning experience, internship opportunities are afforded to all students in various areas of interest. The Human Service baccalaureate program can furthermore serve as excellent preparation for graduate work in counseling, school counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, sociology, and social work.

Dr. Habib Bakht
Division Chair, Natural and Behavioral Sciences

Professor Colleen Kumiega
Assistant Chair, Natural and Behavioral Sciences