Bachelor of Science in Human Services
100% Online Degree Program
Build a Career Helping Individuals and Communities Thrive
Our BS in Human Services blends foundational theory with real-world application across social services, community support systems and behavioral health environments. Throughout the program, you’ll strengthen your communication, research and critical thinking skills while learning from faculty who bring professional experience into the online classroom.
Flexible, fully online coursework allows you to advance your education while balancing work and personal responsibilities.
Is an Online BS in Human Services Degree Right for You?
Take the Hilbert College Global Online BS in Human Services Degree Readiness Quiz
This fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for.
Get Your Online BS in Human Services Degree Readiness Score Now >>
See Where a BS in Human Services Can Take You
The online BS in Human Services is designed to prepare you for professional roles focused on advocacy, support services and community development. Throughout your studies, you will develop essential skills in communication, ethical decision-making and social analysis while building a working knowledge of:
- Human development across the lifespan
- Social policy and community systems
- Case management principles
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Cultural competency and inclusive service delivery
- Behavioral health foundations
- Ethics in human services practice
- Research and program evaluation methods
Carve Your Human Services Career Path
The online BS in Human Services prepares you for a variety of careers in social services, behavioral health and community-based organizations. With your newly developed skills, you can pursue careers like*:
Substance Abuse Counselor
Median Annual Salary: $59,190
Social Worker
Median Annual Salary: $61,330
Community Health Worker
Median Annual Salary: $51,030
School and Career Counselor
Median Annual Salary: $65,140
Marriage and Family Therapist
Median Annual Salary: $63,780
Occupational Therapist
Median Annual Salary: $98,340
*Salary data reflects national median pay as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Required Courses in Major (14 Courses, 42 Credit Hours) ¶
- HS 101 Introduction to Human Services (3 credits)
- HS 203 Introduction to Counseling (3 credits)
- HS/PSY 205 Interpersonal Communication & Effectiveness (3 credits)
- HS 210 Human Services Methods (3 credits)
- HS 308 Group Work in Human Services (3 credits)
- HS 310 Human Service Ethics (3 credits)
- HS 311 Organization, Policy, & Practice in Human Services (3 credits)
- HS 360 Internship I (3 credits)
- HS 430 Senior Seminar (3 credits)
- HS 460 Senior Internship I (3 credits)
- HS 461 Senior Internship II (3 credits)
- MA 200 Topics in Statistics (3 credits)
- PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)
- SO 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)
Major Electives (3 Courses, 9 Credit Hours) ¶
- PSY *** Developmental Psychology Elective (3 credits)
- EN *** Writing Centered Course (3 credits)
- HS or CJ 305 Research Methods in Social Sciences (3 credits)
Blueprint Requirements (7 Courses, 21 Credit Hours) ¶
- BLU 101 Foundations Seminar (3 credits)
- BLU 151 Public Speaking (3 credits)
- BLU 201 Service Learning and Civic Engagement (3 credits)
- BLU 301 Junior Symposium (3 credits)
- EN 101 Introduction to Composition (3 credits)
- EN 102 Unveiling Literary Treasures (3 credits)
- RS *** Religious Studies Elective (3 credits)
General Education Core Modules (6 Courses, 18 Credit Hours) ¶
- American History/Western Civilization Approved Elective (3 credits)
- Art Approved Elective (3 credits)
- Foreign Culture and Language Approved Elective (3 credits)
- Humanities Approved Elective (3 credits)
- Natural Science Approved Elective (3 credits)
- General Education Approved Elective (3 credits)
General Electives (5 Courses, 15 Credit Hours) ¶
- Liberal Arts Elective, Any Liberal Arts Course (3 credits)
- Liberal Arts Elective, Any Liberal Arts Course (3 credits)
- Liberal Arts Elective, Any Liberal Arts Course (3 credits)
- All College Elective, Any Course (3 credits)
- All College Elective, Any Course (3 credits)
Colleen Kumiega, MSED
Associate Professor and Internship Coordinator
(716) 926-8863
ckumiega@hilbert.edu
The Cost of an Online BS in Human Services
$560 per credit
120 credits
95% of students receive some form of financial aid
At Hilbert College Global, we’re committed to making your education affordable and accessible. For a full-time student on a four-year track, the cost of tuition will be $16,800 per year. You will also be responsible for the following fees:
Course Resource Fee: $351 per course
Registration Fee: $50 per semester
Orientation Fee: $220 (one-time charge)
Graduation Fee: $300 (one-time charge, assessed in the last semester)
Our transfer-friendly policies and financial aid may significantly reduce the cost of your degree.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Inclusive Community
Our cultural foundation in inclusivity and support creates a welcoming learning community that guides students to become servant leaders.
High ROI
Hilbert was ranked in the top 25% in the nation for return on investment by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce.
Attentive Faculty
Thanks to a 12:1 student-to-instructor ratio, you’ll develop strong relationships with our industry-leading faculty members, who are committed to your success.
Career Preparation
Earning your bachelor’s degree from Hilbert provides a strong foundation for professional roles in human services and continued graduate study.
Flexibility
All courses are asynchronous and last eight weeks, with six convenient start dates throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
The next class start date is approaching. Don’t wait to apply!
Get Your Human Services Degree While You Work
Flexible scheduling, affordable tuition and accelerated degree programs allow you to balance your personal and professional life while earning your degree.
APPLY NOW
Your Space to Belong
Applying to Hilbert College Global is fast, simple and completely free. We’re committed to serving transfer students by accepting AP, IB, CLEP and Dantes (DSST) credit. We’ll also waive general education requirements for students who have earned at least 60 credit hours through prior education.
To complete your application, take the following steps.
- Create an account and set a password.
- Provide the required materials in the application portal:
- Completed application
- Official transcripts from high school and any other collegiate institutions where you’ve attended
- Send transcripts to onlineadmissions@hilbert.edu or by mail to: Online Admissions, Hilbert College Global, 5200 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York, 14075
- Once we receive your completed application and transcripts, your assigned admissions counselor will connect with you personally to guide you through the remainder of the enrollment process. Have questions or concerns? We’re here to help. Contact us at (716) 926-8804 or by email at onlineadmissions@hilbert.edu.
About Hilbert College Global
Hilbert College is an independent institution of higher learning that embraces its Franciscan heritage and values. Students from diverse backgrounds learn through liberal arts and professional programs to become informed citizens committed to serving and strengthening their communities.
