Bachelor of Arts in Human Services
Belhaven University provides students a strong preparation in human services within a Christian worldview context. The Bachelor of Arts in Human Services degree is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge and prepare students to enter a broad range of helping professions directly after completing their degree. Emphasis is placed on developing the students' ability to understand and apply human service principles in their everyday lives; and appropriately interrelating their human service degree and the Christian faith.
Upon graduation students can obtain entry-level (non-licensed) positions within the field of case management, faith based/congregational care, business, recreation, and community outreach programs. The Human Services Degree program seeks to prepare professionals who can meet the needs of diverse communities with faith, integrity and sensitivity; and be prepared for advanced training, graduate school, and life-long learning.
- 124 credit hours
- 100% online
- 7-week courses, taught year round
- All classes taught from a Christian worldview
- Small class sizes so you know your professors and classmates
- Competitive tuition rates
Curriculum Summary
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 203 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 202 | The Family | 3 |
| PSY 243 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| PSY 312 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 201 | Social Problems | 3 |
| PSY 340 | Counseling Theory and Techniques | 3 |
| SOC 220 | Race, Gender and Diversity | 3 |
| SOC 310 | Death, Dying and Grief | 3 |
| PSY 342 | Psychology of the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| BIB 360 | Global Social Responsibility | 3 |
| SOC 350 | Social Services Practice I | 3 |
| SOC 351 | Social Services Practice II | 3 |
| S0C 370 | Social Service Field Experience | 3 |
| WVC 401 | Kingdom Life | 3 |
| Core | 45 | |
| General Ed | 40 | |
| Electives | 39 | |
| Total | 124 |
View Course Descriptions from the University Catalogue.
Bachelor of Arts in Human Services with Christian Ministries Concentration
Students interested in a concentration in Christian Ministries to prepare them for further study in the area of Christian Ministry must complete the BAHS degree requirements along with eleven additional credits in biblical studies. This degree prepares students to serve in churches, social services agencies and other faith based organizations.
Curriculum Summary - Christian Ministries Concentration
| Christian Ministry Concentration (Select 12 hours from this list) | ||
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| BIB 303 | The Books of Moses | 3 |
| BIB 310 | The Life and Teachings of Jesus | 3 |
| BIB 311 | Acts and Paul | 3 |
| BIB 302 | Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| BIB 350 | The Nature and Purpose of the Church | 3 |
| BIB 408 | Global Perspectives | 3 |
| BIB 360 | Global Social Responsibility | 3 |
| BIB 341 | Introduction to Christian Doctrine | 3 |
View Course Descriptions from the University Catalogue.
Bachelor of Arts in Human Services with Criminal Justice Concentration
Adding a criminal justice concentration to Belhaven’s Bachelor of Arts in Human Services is ideal for adults who want to focus on leadership within the judicial and correctional system. As part of Belhaven’s online format, this degree fits into any busy, working adults schedule while providing students with the tools to succeed.
The criminal justice classes emphasize the roles of leaders in the workplace and includes courses in communication, research based decision-making, business law, human resources, marketing, computer applications, communication and business fundamentals.
Curriculum Summary - Criminal Justice Concentration
| Criminal Justice Concentration | ||
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| CJU 320 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJU 407 | Criminology | 3 |
| CJU 412 | Police Organizations | 3 |
| CJU 419 | Justice and Society | 3 |
View Course Descriptions from the University Catalogue.
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