Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

Degree Type

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Study Options

On Campus
Online
Hybrid

Human Services

The bachelor's degree in Human Services builds on foundation courses with additional field placements. The result: you’ll graduate as a professional able to meet the needs of a diverse community. The expansion of the adult day care system, growth in group homes and residential care facilities, and the accommodation for people who are handicapped or mentally ill, emphasizes the need for qualified professionals with a degree in Human Services. You’ll have the skills necessary for jobs in management and leadership and you’ll be prepared for a lifetime of learning.

Eight semesters
Classes on campus, online, or a combination of both
Two internship and practicum opportunities
Career-focused skills and experiences
Flexible schedules

The Curriculum

Monroe’s challenging human services curriculum is heavy on field placements, giving you plenty of opportunities to decide where you want to focus. You’ll also study psychology, ethics, crisis intervention, and behavior.

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Featured Course

Cultural Competence in the Human Services

This course focuses on how to effectively provide cross-cultural services and the development of an awareness of personal biases and prejudices that can hamper communication, compliance, and outcomes. Students explore some of the critical issues in working with culturally diverse populations, and are trained to develop a higher level of cultural competency. Biases in the delivery of services are examined.

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Professional Opportunities

Internship and practicum opportunities let you put your academic know-how to the test, gauge your interest, and apply your skills. They give potential employers a chance to determine if you’re a good fit.

Recent internships have included:

New York City Department of Probation
Boys and Girls Club of New Rochelle
Compassionate Care Hospice
The Children’s Village
ACDP Sedgwick Cornerstone Community Center
Success Outpatient Treatment Services

Professional Connections

Monroe’s Human Services Club seeks to assist agencies with fundraising and building awareness of critical issues regarding domestic violence, poverty, and homelessness in local communities.