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APS.ASHS - Associate of Science - Major in Human Services

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Human Services - CAPS

About the Program

Program Plan of Study

Program Description

The Associate of Science degree with a major in Human Services prepares students for entry-level positions in organizations and agencies wherein social, community, and educational services are provided. Students are introduced to a wide variety of academic disciplines including Social Work, Addictions Counseling, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. Courses emphasize the development of relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to work successfully in human services. Moreover, students acquire the knowledge necessary to assist individuals, groups, and communities toward the betterment of their lives and livelihoods and to work with persons of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. The completion of the Associate of Science degree with a major in Human Services fulfills the prerequisite requirements to enter into Bachelor's degree completion programs offered by the College of Adult Professional Studies (CAPS).

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Exhibit sensitivity and insight into the wide variety of problems experienced by individuals and groups in contemporary society.

  • Promote personal growth in self and others by understanding core concepts in human development.

  • Demonstrate clinical skills of screening and interviewing.

  • Apply principles of ethical decision making in the human services field.

  • Apply theories of crisis intervention with individuals, couples, families, and groups. 

  • Articulate an understanding of the field of Human Services from a Christian worldview.

  • Evaluate social, economic, and political processes as they relate to human services.

Admissions Requirements for this Program

  • Proof of standard high school diploma or GED certification.

Graduation Requirements for this Program

  • Completion of 60 credit hours.

  • Completion of the required core (major) courses with a GPA of 2.0 or higher and a minimum of 15 hours of the core (major) taken at Indiana Wesleyan University.

  • Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

  • Completion of 24 hours of general education requirements as specified (CAPS - General Education Requirements).

  • Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.