Online Bachelor of Science in Human Services in Youth/Family Services and Administration

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Program at a Glance
  • Coursework fulfills the educational requirements to sit for the HS-BCPTM exam.
  • Gain real-world experience through an optional internship while you earn your human services degree in youth/family services and administration.
  • Shorten your path to a master’s degree with the accelerated bachelor’s to master’s option.
  • Eligible for the Tuition Cap, ensuring that you only pay a fixed amount for your education.

 

COURSE EFFORT 15–18 Hours per Week
COURSE LENGTH 10 Weeks
Course Details
CREDITS REQUIRED 180
TUITION CAP MAX COST $45,000
Ways to Save
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We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

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February 27

Bachelor of Science in Human Services in Youth/Family Services and Administration Overview

Employment of social and community service managers is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations between 2016 and 2026.* Purdue Global’s online human services degree can prepare you to join a growing field.

The bachelor's degree in human services blends theory and practice, giving you the opportunity to explore the public and private policies that drive the day-to-day operations of human service agencies and how they can best intervene on behalf of the clients served.

Curriculum draws from multiple disciplines, including human services, developmental psychology, sociology, law, and criminal justice, and is focused on preparing you to:

  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of social service programs or a community outreach organization.
  • Oversee the program's or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, including program requirements and benefits.
  • Collaborate with or direct the work of case workers, social service workers, or probation officers.
  • Provide interventions and develop intervention strategies.

See the University Catalog for policy and degree plan information specific to this program.

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Member of CSHSE

This program is a member of the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE) and adheres to the curriculum standards set forth by the CSHSE; however, it is not accredited by this agency.


The Center for Credentialing & Education can be contacted at: 3 Terrace Way, Greensboro, NC 27403-3660; Tel: 336.482.2856; www.cce-global.org.

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services Career Options

Advanced skills and educational requirements may be a factor when considering an individual for placement, promotion, or advancement within the human services field. Earning your Bachelor of Science in Human Services in Youth/Family Services and Administration at Purdue Global can help prepare you for diverse career opportunities, such as†:

  • Adoption services manager
  • Case manager
  • Children's service supervisor
  • Community outreach worker
  • Community services manager
  • Child protective specialist
  • Children’s service supervisor
  • Child welfare services coordinator or manager
  • Director of social services
  • Family support worker or specialist
  • Mental health and substance abuse social services coordinator
  • Program director/manager/coordinator
  • Social services director/manager
  • Vocational rehabilitation administrator

Note: This program was not designed to lead to certification or licensure as a social worker or counselor in any specific state, and Purdue Global makes no representations or warranties as to whether the degree or any individual courses meet such requirements. Refer to the University Catalog for additional information.

Prepare for Certification

Coursework in this program fulfills the educational requirements to sit for the Human Services—Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCPTM) exam offered by the Center for Credentialing & Education.‡


Please note that you must meet post-degree experience requirements in order to earn the HS-BCP credential.

Accelerated Master’s Degree Options

You can work toward a Purdue Global master’s degree in public administration, human services, legal studies, or psychology while you earn your online human services degree. Complete both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in less time and at a lower cost than completing both programs separately.


For details and eligibility requirements, speak to an Advisor.

A variety of courses from multiple disciplines, including human services, criminal justice, and social services administration, provide a well-rounded perspective to better assess and address the needs of clients.

Sample Courses
  • Prevention and Crisis Intervention
  • Family and Domestic Violence
  • Juvenile Justice
  • Public Personnel Administration
  • Child Welfare and Family
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Credit Breakdown
  • Core Credits33
  • Major Credits100
  • Elective Credits47
  • Total Credits180

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Tuition Cap

$45,000maximum cost of attendance
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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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97% Faculty members who have advanced degrees
45% Faculty members who hold a doctorate
218 Faculty publications in 2017–2018
Nearly 87,000 Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2017–2018

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school or program-specific calculations. Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis and Center for Teaching and Learning. 2017–2018 academic year. Note: all figures include data prior to the March 2018 purchase of Kaplan University by Purdue University and subsequent creation of Purdue University Global.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Community and Social Service Occupations, www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/home.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.

†Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement.

‡Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.