Earn Your Human Services Degree

Do you have a kind heart and the drive to make a powerful, positive impact on others? A career in human services may be your calling. Our Human Services Associate’s degree can be completed in as few as 18 months and can put you on the fast track to earning your Human Services Bachelor’s degree in another 18 months.* In our Human Services programs, you can help move your career forward while being an integral part of change in the lives of others.

In our Associate’s degree level, you’ll focus on working with others to develop empathy and your ability to communicate with diverse populations. You will understand the role of human services in healthcare and practice the important skill of objective and professional writing. You’ll be prepared for a rewarding career, making a difference in the lives of others as a social services specialist, care coordinator or community support coordinator/specialist.

As you ladder into the Bachelor’s degree, you’ll benefit from an internship or capstone project and prepare to make your impact in roles such as social services manager or community services manager in settings including advocacy organizations, rehabilitation services, public assistance programs, health facilities, nonprofit organizations and government entities.

To offer a more flexible schedule and help you save money, we offer Flex Choice®, which allows you to combine traditional courses and optional, self-directed assessments as a Human Services major to earn your degree with more flexibility and affordability.

The Human Services Bachelor’s degree also prepares you to further your education with the Rasmussen College Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA).