HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Human Services Administration Associate Degree
The Associate of Arts in Human Services Administration degree prepares students for employment in social service agencies, schools, and centers as well as transfer for continuance to a bachelor’s degree program. The Human Services Administration program provides a unique combination of college course work and human services field experience valued by employers.
There are 60 credits required to complete the Human Services Administration associate degree including program concentration courses in:
Child Welfare & Family Law
Counseling Methods & Interviewing Techniques
Case Management
Introduction to Human Services
Internship I
Access to internships and job placement sites are readily available through various human service agencies, childcare programs, mental health sites and other relevant organizations.
Interested in a bachelor’s degree? Transfer agreements with other colleges allow students to continue their education. See our College Transfer Pathways page for information on how your associate degree at UCB can transfer into several bachelor’s degree completion programs.
“I chose Urban College of Boston because of the asynchronous option, and how helpful all of the staff is. I felt very comfortable to ask for help and express concerns.”
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Learning Type: Online, On Campus, Both
Length: 60 Credits
Course Languages: English
Financial Aid Available: Yes
Scholarships Available: Yes
Application Fee: FREE
Cost: $951 per course - See Financial Aid for more information
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You will be asked to provide the following materials:
Copy of your high school diploma, GED, or HiSET
Photo ID
Completed Online Application
We can assist and schedule times for you to meet with an advisor about your academic goals and the Financial Aid team to discuss available support and make a plan.
Career Facts and Outcomes
Occupational Outcome: Much faster than average growth expected *
Common Occupation Titles: Case Manager, Crisis Counselor, Outreach Worker, Advocate, Residential Counselor, Mental Health Counselor and more!
Career Advancement: This well planned course of study facilitates continuance to a bachelor’s degree program in a human services career field.
Alternate Pathways: Urban College of Boston (UCB) offers seven certificate programs including a Case Management Certificate and a Human Services Certificate. Take a look at our certificate programs here.
WHY CHOOSE URBAN COLLEGE?
Urban College of Boston opens new pathways to opportunity through individualized, supportive, and multilingual education that prepares a diverse community of learners to pursue career advancement and transform their lives.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Health Education Specialists and Community Health Workers, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/health-educators.htm (visited July 17, 2022).