HUman Services

A human services degree positions you to work in a variety of sectors, including government, nonprofit and community organizations. If you are passionate about protecting and advocating for the well-being of others, a human services major is perfect for you.

Degree and Concentrations

Bachelor's Degree

The Bachelor of Science degree offers students concentrations in:

Human Services, B.S.
Addiction Studies, B.S.
Elementary Education, B.S.
Mental Health, B.S.

Minor

Human Services

Department Information Catalog: Courses Offered

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WHY CHOOSE CSUF Human Services

At CSUF, human services majors participate in three fieldwork assignments, where hands-on practice pairs with exceptional networking opportunities.

Distinction:

CSUF’s human services program is one of the few undergraduate programs on the West Coast approved for Standards in Human Services Education.

CAREER PATH

Consider pursuing a human services degree to help prevent and treat mental health struggles and addiction; serve the elderly; teach elementary school students or work in a community organization.

A human services degree may offer a fulfilling career in the following areas:

Behavioral therapist
Case manager
Child adoption specialist
Child welfare specialist
Community health specialist
Community organizer
Community outreach specialist
Crisis intervention specialist
Elementary school teacher (credentials required)

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Family therapist
Gerontology specialist
Human services administrator
Occupational therapist
Policy analyst
Probation officer
School counselor
Social worker

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