Master of Science (MS) in Human Services

Counseling Studies Specialization

School of Human Services

This online master's degree specialization is designed for professionals in the counseling, psychology, or sociology fields who wish to advance their careers, and for those wishing to enter the human services profession. You will develop fundamental knowledge in the discipline that will position you to pursue career opportunities in public or private human services settings.

Note: The counseling studies specialization is not designed to meet licensure requirements for the counseling professions.

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: October 7, 2024 COST PER 4-CREDIT COURSE: $1,520 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 48 credits

Core Courses:

• HS 5002 - Survey of Research in Human Development and Behavior - 4 credits
• HS 815 - Professional and Scientific Ethics - 4 credits
• HS 818 - Scope of Human Services - 4 credits
• HS 834 - Ethnic and Cultural Awareness - 4 credits
• HS 5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 credits

• Specialization Courses:
• HS 814 - Theories of Personality - 4 credits
• HS 821 - Mental Health Counseling - 4 credits
• HS 837 - Counseling and Guidance with Diverse Populations - 4 credits
• HS 5108 - Foundations of Addictive and Compulsive Behavior - 4 credits
• HS 5990 - Integrative Project - 4 credits

Two Elective Courses:

• Choose any graduate courses - 8 credits

Learn more about our related specializations:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Counseling Studies
• Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - General
• Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling/Therapy
• Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Mental Health Counseling
• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - Counseling Psychology
• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - General Psychology