Human Services, B.S.
This major in the RU Online program combines knowledge and experience to prepare learners for advancement within the Human Services field. The skills developed and supported in this major, combining the disciplines of psychology, human development, and business, make the graduate highly desirable in the work force. Learners will demonstrate content mastery and critical soft skills needed to work and lead in the field of Human Services. Graduates can work in professions that address the needs of at-risk populations throughout the life span. Employment opportunities include positions such as social and community service managers, child and family services, drug and alcohol counselors, training specialists, medical and health service managers, as well as many other opportunities.
The major will also prepare graduates to pursue an advanced degree should they choose to continue beyond the bachelor’s degree. The Human Services major will prepare learners to succeed in advanced degree programs required to attain credentials needed to become Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors in the fields of mental health, addiction, marriage and family therapy, social workers as well as related fields.
Degree Requirements
General Education Courses (33 credits)
Composition - 6 hours (2 courses)
Social Sciences - 9 hours (3 courses)
Arts/Humanities - 12 hours (4 courses)
Science/Math - 6 credits, including 3 credits in Statistics (RUOL 230)
Degree Completion Core (22 credits)
Major Course Requirements (39 credits)
| BSMS 405 | Organizational Change Management | 3 |
| HSRV 215 | Typical & Atypical Lifespan Development | 3 |
| HSRV 220 | Casework, Management, & Client Advocacy | 3 |
| HSRV 320 | Psychology in the Workplace | 3 |
| HSRV 357 | Understanding Mental Health Disorders | 3 |
| HSRV 360 | Trauma-Informed Care | 3 |
| HSRV 362 | Drugs & Alcohol: Use, Abuse, & Recovery | 3 |
| HSRV 364 | Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion | 3 |
| HSRV 365 | Death, Grief, and the Healing Journey | 3 |
| HSRV 379 | Topics in Human Services | 3 |
| HSRV 495 | Senior Seminar in Human Services | 3 |
| 3 credit hours in elective course work | 3 |
| 3 credit hours in elective course work | 3 |
Electives/Specialization (30 credits)
Transfer credit and/or general electives as approved by academic advisor.
Optional- not required but recommended