Bachelor of Science in

Human Services

Compassion and Social Impact

The Human Services program at Columbia International University equips you with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in the helping professions. Designed to prepare you for diverse career paths, the program opens opportunities in clinics, hospitals, correctional centers, social service agencies, and more. You’ll gain foundational insights into human services while tailoring your education to align with your interests and career goals.

CIU’s emphasis on faith-based education ensures you’ll develop not only professional expertise, but also a deep understanding of how to serve individuals and families with empathy, compassion, and competence. Through real-world experiences and collaboration with your community, you’ll graduate ready to make a difference in your community and beyond.

Location

Campus • Online

Next Start

Campus – August 25
Online – March 10

Credit Hours

Campus – 120
Online – 120 • $445/Credit Hour

College

College of Arts & Sciences

Accreditation

ABHE, SACSCOC

Career Opportunities

  • Social Services Manager
  • Case Manager
  • Probation Officer
  • Group Home Manager
  • Behavioral Interventionist
  • Residential Counselor
  • Correctional Officer
  • Juvenile Counselor
  • Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Mental Health Worker

Diverse Courses

From psychology and sociology to counseling techniques, our courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the diverse needs of individuals and families within the field of Human Services.

Hands-On Experience

You will have the opportunity to engage in at least one practicum in a human services environment. This hands-on experience will allow you to apply the theories and concepts learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios, gaining valuable practical skills.

Holistic Support

At CIU, we prioritize your overall well-being, not just your academic success. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to getting to know you personally, providing the support and guidance you need to thrive spiritually, academically and emotionally.

Meet the Faculty

Course Preview

In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.

For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog at one of the options below:

PSY 3370 Human Growth and Development

In this lifespan course, you will examine developmental psychology covering the stages of physiological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual growth of the individual from conception to adulthood. You will analyze significant terms, theories, methods of assessment, and the biblical nature of the developing person. Special attention will be given to the cultural diversity of developing persons in varied learning environments.

PSY 3445 Theories of Counseling

This course introduces students to popular approaches to counseling and therapy. The course includes a review of assumptions about personality made by the therapeutic schools and the techniques they typically use to effect change. The course covers a variety of psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive and phenomenological approaches, and addresses the desire for evidence based practice.

PSY 4540 Integration of Psychology & Christianity

This course is an overview of some basic approaches to the integration of psychological science and practice with Biblical the theological perspectives. Students will be exposed to a variety of beliefs regarding the relationships between science and Christianity, and they will engage in thoughtful discussion on difficult integrative topics while developing their own perspectives and convictions regarding integration.

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