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Human Services
Do you want to make a positive impact on people’s lives? Are you passionate about connecting people to the resources they need and helping them make meaningful changes in their everyday lives? Do you enjoy working with children, the elderly, the disabled, and other vulnerable populations? If so, then a degree in Human Services might be for you.
At Wayland, our BAS in Human Services major offers an inter-disciplinary approach for students interested in interpersonal, cultural, and community relations. Students have the flexibility to customize their degree towards their area of interest and focus on areas such as: child and family agencies, substance abuse treatment programs, behavioral health centers, mental health centers, child protective services, women’s protective services, victim advocacy agencies, family support services, social services, community-based services, and programs for youth, the elderly, and developmentally and physically disabled individuals.
Career Opportunities
- Adult care worker
- Caseworker
- Community outreach worker
- Group home worker
- Home health aide
- Juvenile court liaison
- Life skills instructor
- Mental health aide
- Probation officer
- Residential counselor
- Social service liaison