January 2025 University Catalog

Doctor of Human Services (DHS)

School of Public Service and Education

The Doctor of Human Services (DHS) degree program prepares learners to engage as scholar-practitioners within the human services field to address organizational and/or community needs to effectively serve diverse and marginalized populations. Learners develop and demonstrate the ability to systematically collect and analyze data to make data-driven decisions. They also demonstrate both professional and scholarly writing skills. Learners examine multidisciplinary collaboration strategies as well as leadership skills to become effective change agents within their organizations and communities.

Specialization

Leadership and Organizational Management

Leadership and Organizational Management, FlexPath option