Psychology and Social Science
Human Services Degree
Psychology and Social Science Bachelor’s Degree Program
BVU’s human services major uses an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students to work in the social services industry. The curriculum combines courses in psychology, sociology, and human services, among others, to create an integrated approach to understanding human services theory and applying those concepts in the real world.
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Why should I earn a human services degree?
Variety
With interdisciplinary coursework and the chance to customize with electives, you can build a major that will prepare you for many roles in the human services field.
Prep for Grad School
The human services major builds a strong foundation for a master’s degree in mental health counseling or professional school counseling.
Real Rewards
Choose a major that prepares you to support people in need — from addiction counseling to rural community organizing to psychological services.
What I Can Do With a Human Services Degree
- Medical and health services manager
- Long-term care facilitator
- Manager at public health departments, governmental agencies, and medical group practices
- Online & On Site
Online & On Site
Learn Completely Online
Earn your bachelor’s in human services at your convenience with our easy-to-access, fully online curriculum. With one click, you can view assignments and grades, set up appointments with specialized tutors around the clock, access the student lounge, engage in group discussions, or contact professors. Get the BVU experience on your schedule, wherever you are.
Learn at a BVU Site
You can earn your Psychology and Social Science degree without leaving your community. BVU partners with Iowa community colleges throughout the state so you can take classes in person with expert faculty in a supportive environment.
Transfer to BVU
100 percent of associate degrees from our community college partners transfer to BVU. Most AA degrees require 68 credits, and we make sure that they all transfer to BVU. Talk about saving time and money!
Contact a personal advisor at 712.749.1000 to see how your credits will transfer.
See How Your Credits TransferHuman Services Courses
Financial Aid & Scholarships
We’ll help you figure out your options for financial assistance and possible scholarships.
Learn MoreHuman Services Faculty
Our instructors are committed to helping you build the future of Iowa and beyond.
See Our FacultyTransfer Your Credits
Do you have previously earned credits or an associate degree? BVU accepts most — if not all — of your credits so you don’t have to retake courses.
Request More InfoEarn a Master’s Degree Faster with Our Accelerated Program
With the Plus One program, you can earn your master’s in organizational leadership within one year of graduating with your bachelor’s in applied studies.
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Health Services Leadership
The health services leadership major combines a knowledge base in management, psychology, social work, and sociology so that students gain a broad understanding of the factors that affect everyday operations of care givers.
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Psychology
As a psychology major, study the cognition and behavior of humans and animals from an empirical, research-based perspective.
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Social Work
As a social work major, help people by looking at the challenges of their lives and environment and then working to bring about change using their strengths.
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Find out more about earning a bachelor’s in psychology and social science with BVU.
