Advisory regarding Southern California wildfires

Advisory regarding Southern California wildfires

On behalf of everyone at Thomas Edison State University, we hope that students affected by the wildfires in Southern California remain safe. The University is offering accommodations to students affected by the wildfires:

  • Students who are directly impacted by the fires and who are currently registered in courses for the November 2024, December 2024 and January 2025 terms have the option of receiving a free eight-week course extension without mentor approval; or, a 100% tuition credit for their course(s) to a future term. Affected students should submit a Request for Course Extension Form or a Request for Course Withdrawal Form indicating “Southern California wildfires” as the reason for the request. Please note that TECEP exams in these terms cannot be extended, nor credited for tuition after the exam has been taken.
  • Impacted students who are currently on a course extension for the September 2024 and October 2024 terms can request a second eight-week extension on their current term at no additional cost.

Request an Accommodation: Students affected by the wildfire and evacuations who need an accommodation should contact the Office of the Registrar by email at registration@tesu.edu or by phone at 609-777-5680. Accommodation requests should be submitted by January 24th. Requests after that date can be accommodated if the student provides documentation of the reason for the late request.

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Services

Credits 120
Format Online

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

  • 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.

    See Curriculum & Learning Outcomes

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