January 2024 University Catalog with April Addendum

MS in Human Services, Social and Community Services

School of Public Service and Education

The master’s Social and Community Services specialization is designed for individuals who are focused on helping individuals and communities in nonprofit, for-profit, or government settings. Throughout the specialization, learners gain the skills they need to manage services, track and identify trends within communities and organizations, evaluate appropriate programs to meet identified needs, and advocate for those they serve. Successful graduates of this specialization are prepared to pursue leadership roles in a variety of diverse work settings.

Core courses

HMSV5002Theory and Application in Human Services

4

HMSV5316The Effective Use of Analytics in Human Services

4

HMSV5320Ethical Practice in Human Services

4

HMSV5334Diversity and Inclusion in Human Services

4

HMSV5390Interpersonal and Leadership Skills for Human Services Professionals

4

HMSV5402Social Change and Public Policy in Human Services

4

HMSV5993Human Services Capstone for Master's Learners

4

Specialization courses†

HMSV5314Program Development and Evaluation in Human Services

4

HMSV5340Leading in For-Profit, Nonprofit, and Government Organizations

4

 

HMSV5990Human Services Internship

4

Or

SHB8478The Family in Social Context

4

Two Elective Courses

At least 8 quarter credits

Recommended elective courses†:

HMSV5990Human Services Internship

4

SHB8478The Family in Social Context

4

SHB8775Issues in Aging, Grief, and Bereavement

4

Or

Choose any graduate course(s).

Total

At least 48 quarter credits

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

† Practicum and/or Internship hours are considered complete once all program required practicum/internships hours have been successfully achieved. Partial completion of practicum/internship requirements/hours can’t be verified for licensure or transfer of credits.