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BS in Human Services

Your impact matters. Channel your compassion for others into a fulfilling future with Walden’s BS in Human Services program.

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BS in Human Services

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Build an Education Plan, Suited for You

Create and download your comprehensive plan with scholarships, financial aid, credit transfer, and more!

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Build an Education Plan, Suited for You

Create and download your comprehensive plan with scholarships, financial aid, credit transfer, and more!

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HEAD START ON YOUR MASTER’S

Is an online human services master’s degree part of your future plan? As a BS in Human Services student, you can take graduate-level courses that could be applied to Walden’s MS in Human Services program.

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Program Details

Prepare to Make an Impact

Develop essential relationship-building and community engagement expertise. Learn to ethically guide people to the services they need for a better life.

 

Curriculum ComponentRequirementsCostAmount
Tuition181 quarter credit hours$350 per quarter hour$63,350
Program FeePer quarter$180$2,880
   $66,230**
BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP

YOUR TUITION
-$19,250

$46,980*

*Represents course-based learning format, minimum time to completion, no transfer of credit, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.

**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 135 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.

Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,000.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Change Lives

Vulnerable populations need compassionate, informed advocates who can guide them toward a better life. Earn your BS in Human Services from Walden and be a voice for those in need.

 

1Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023) 
2Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023) 
3Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023)

No guarantee is made that a person who enrolls in the BS in Human Services program will obtain a job or will earn the stated salaries. Percentile wage estimates are based on the 10th–75th percentile.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of Walden’s online BS in Human Services program will be prepared to:

Describe the roles of human services professional practitioners.

Develop a professional identity as a new human service professional practitioner.

Describe how human services related research informs the delivery of culturally sensitive human services.

Demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate application of a variety of human services intervention strategies.

 

Communicate with a variety of stakeholders in a professional manner.

Demonstrate an ability to determine client needs based on a variety of information.

Demonstrate skills necessary to advocate for client needs in order to support positive social change.

Meet Your Academic Team

Below are some of the distinguished faculty members who bring diverse industry expertise and a passion for teaching to the Walden community.

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BS in Human Services FAQ

How long will it take to complete my bachelor’s degree in human services?

Time to completion depends on a number of factors, including transfer credit. Walden has a generous credit transfer policy. You can even be earn academic credits for work experience or professional certifications. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.

Does the BS in Human Services program include fieldwork or internship opportunities?

While the BS in Human Services does not incorporate fieldwork, the program prepares you to be on the front lines helping clients navigate social services in settings around the world.. Take advantage of the many in BS in Human Services concentrations that can deepen your ability to work in different industry settings and with unique populations.

Can I transfer credits from my associate degree into this program?

Yes. You can transfer up to 75% of your BS in Human Services program credit requirements from your associate degree and any other ways in which you have earned academic credit. Walden has articulation agreements with many community colleges across the nation to streamline the transfer credit process.

Can I teach with a BS in Human Services?

The focus of the BS in Human Services is to prepare professionals with the practical skills required to assist individuals and communities in crisis. Skills include program development, implementation, and evaluation. Additional skills include case management and crisis response. Generally speaking, a BS in Human Services is not designed for becoming a teacher.