P904 - Family and Human Services (Bachelor)

For a simple list of all course and program requirements, see the Family and Human Services (2024-2026) Program Plan.

• Complete the associate degree requirement.

• Complete all program specific courses.

• Complete all General Education and Religious Education requirements.

• Complete 30 upper-division credits (300 or 400 level courses).

• Complete at least 30 credits in residency (taken directly from the awarding institution).

• Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.

• Complete additional elective credits to meet the 90-credit graduation requirement.

The bachelor’s degree in family and human services prepares students for careers in family life education, human services, advocacy groups, nonprofit organizations, and youth services.

Through this program, students will learn principles and skills pertaining to healthy family functioning, including skills related to communication and conflict management. Students will also develop skills pertaining to effective advocacy, problem solving, and basic social science research.

In the United States, a master's degree could be required in this field before higher paying jobs could be expected. Some mid-range positions could be obtained in the following areas:

• Social and community services

• Family mediation

• Parent education

• Family issues and child advocacy