Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services
Social and Community Services Specialization
School of Human Services
The social and community services specialization is designed for counselors or social workers who wish to teach, pursue advanced research, lead programs, or supervise clinicians. The program offers in-depth study of major community issues, social work issues, and methodology, which will help prepare you to assume a leadership role for social change at local, state, or national levels.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
You may be eligible for transfer of up to 48 credits.
- ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: January 6, 2025
- COST PER QUARTER: $4,050
- (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment)
- TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 120 credits
- ONE WEEK COLLOQUIUM - TUITION: $1,350
 
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Core Courses:
- HS 815 - Professional and Scientific Ethics - 4 credits
- HS 8002 - Advanced Research in Adult Human Development and Behavior - 4 credits
- HS 8100 - Fundamentals of Social Research - 4 credits
- HS 8106 - Epistemology of Practice Knowledge - 4 credits
- HS 8111 - Quantitative Research Methods in the Human Services - 4 credits
- HS 8112 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods - 4 credits
- HS 8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 credits
- HS 8300 - Diversity in the Workplace - 4 credits
Specialization Courses:
- HS 813 - Social Influences of Behavior - 4 credits
- HS 845 - Grief and Bereavement - 4 credits
- HS 847 - Applied/Clinical Sociology Services - 4 credits
- HS 853 - Prevention and Causes of Child Abuse - 4 credits
- HS 864 - Contemporary Issues in Compulsive and Addictive Behavior Treatment - 4 credits
- HS 876 - Methods of Family Research - 4 credits
- HS 878 - The Family in Social Context - 4 credits
- HS 8103 - Principles and Practice of Social Work - 4 credits
- HS 9984 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination I - 4 credits
- HS 9985 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination II - 4 credits
- HS 9996 - Dissertation Research I - 4 credits
- HS 9997 - Dissertation Research II - 4 credits
- HS 9998 - Dissertation Research III - 4 credits
- HS 9999 - Dissertation Research IV - 4 credits
Eight Elective Courses:
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