Online Bachelor's Degree in Human Services
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Bachelor’s in Human Services Overview
The demand for human services professionals is growing fast. It’s time to earn your bachelor’s degree online and move forward in a rewarding career advocating for individuals and communities.
- Gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to assess, intervene, and evaluate the situations of those most vulnerable in our society.
- Learn to critically evaluate the world as you explore the public and private policies that drive the day-to-day operations of human service agencies.
- Choose from three concentrations to gain specialized knowledge in your field of interest.
Gain the Skills Employers — and Our Communities — Need
- Master the theories, best practices, and historical and current trends in the human services profession.
- Identify, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions involving client needs and delivery systems in human services.
- Use relevant professional, ethical, and legal values and standards.
- Apply information and systems management skills to oversee and deliver human services.
- Understand the importance of culture, gender, global perspectives, and the variety of human experiences in the delivery of human services.
Member of CSHSE
This program is a member of the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE) and adheres to their curriculum standards.
Prepare for Optional HS-BCP Certification
The coursework in this program fulfills the requirements to sit for the optional exam to become a Human Services—Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP). Please note that you must meet post-degree experience requirements in order to earn the optional HS-BCP credential.
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
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Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
What Courses Will I Take?
Coursework focuses on providing a solid foundation in communication, drawing from disciplines in health services, psychology, sociology, law, and criminal justice to help equip you with the tools to meet the complex challenges of the twenty-first century.
Sample Courses
- Prevention and Crisis Intervention
- Family and Domestic Violence
- Juvenile Justice
- Public Personnel Administration
- Child Welfare and Family
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.
There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Human Services Degree Concentrations
Concentrations allow you to personalize your bachelor’s degree in human services by focusing your elective choices on an area of study that best fits your desired career path.
Human Services Administration
Gain the knowledge and skills to influence policy, supervise staff, and intervene on behalf of those most vulnerable in our society in situations involving other agencies and players in the human services industry.
Child and Family Welfare
Learn to assess, evaluate, intervene, and re-evaluate social structures, such as adoption, foster care, child protection, and reunification, as you work with children and families.
Community Organization and Advocacy
Acquire the knowledge and skills to work as a change agent within the community or specific groups. Learn how to demonstrate the need for change within the community, influence outcomes, drive change, and organize action.
Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience
The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Describe a time when you had to advocate for a client who wasn't getting the services or support they needed. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
- Describe a situation where you had to work with a team to support a client with complex needs. What role did you play, and how did you ensure effective collaboration?
- Describe a time you encountered an unexpected obstacle or a problem that required you to think quickly and adapt your plan. What was the situation, and what did you do?
- Tell me about a situation where you had to work with someone on a team who had a very different working style or personality than yours. How did you adapt to ensure effective teamwork?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Human Services
- Case Management
- Research
- Crisis Intervention
- Communication
- Advocacy
- Management
- Writing
- Computer Literacy
- Planning
- Problem Solving
- Detail Oriented
- Teamwork
- Ethical Standards and Conduct
Get to Know Our Faculty
Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.
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Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.
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