Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Services
Take a step forward toward a career helping people live better and healthier lives. From childcare to elder care, there is an ongoing need for compassionate, ethical professionals who are ready to serve. Learn how people live and operate within society and examine how changes to existing structures and systems can benefit others with your Bachelor of Science in Human Services (BSHS) from Thomas Edison State University (TESU).
Our 120-credit online degree program prepares you for positions in social service agencies, mental health and substance abuse treatment facilities, domestic abuse shelters, community centers and more. Develop a professional tract to match your career goals and explore how you can help people in diverse populations find the stability and self-sufficiency to overcome societal challenges.
You must have at least one (1) year/1,500 hours of current work or volunteer experience in your professional track for admission to the program. Your degree will culminate with a capstone project that integrates content from across the program and validates your knowledge. Current TESU students who wish to pursue the BSHS degree must submit a recent resume at the time of application.
Concentrations
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Criminal Justice
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Services is designed for adults seeking a career, or those who currently work, in human services areas preparing them for professional advancement or graduate studies. Students will complete a Human Services Core and may select a concentration in either Criminal Justice, Sociology or Psychology.
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Psychology
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Services is designed for adults seeking a career, or those who currently work, in human services areas preparing them for professional advancement or graduate studies. Students will complete a Human Services Core and may select a concentration in either Criminal Justice, Sociology or Psychology.
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Sociology
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Services is designed for adults seeking a career, or those who currently work, in human services areas preparing them for professional advancement or graduate studies. Students will complete a Human Services Core and may select a concentration in either Criminal Justice, Sociology or Psychology.
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