Bachelor’s Degree
Behavioral Health & Human Services – Human Services Practice
An affordable bachelor’s degree program to prepare for a career in Public Health services.
Talk to an Enrollment CoachThe Bachelor of Applied Science in Behavioral Health & Human Services – Human Services Practice prepares students to become compassionate, ethical, and effective professionals dedicated to improving individual, family, and community outcomes. Grounded in human services theory, policy analysis, and professional practice, the program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to serve diverse populations and strengthen community systems.
Students explore how theory informs practice, how policy shapes service delivery, and how collaboration across agencies improves client outcomes. Emphasis is placed on ethical counseling skills, cultural competency, leadership development, and real-world application.
Graduates are prepared for careers in nonprofit organizations, social service agencies, advocacy groups, community programs, and public service leadership roles.
Estimated Annual Cost: $8,640
Cost estimate based on enrollment in 45 annual quarter hours with current Tuition and Fees. Cost includes fees for textbooks and materials.
Possible Career Paths Include:
- Case Manager
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Nonprofit Program Manager
- Family Support Specialist
- Advocacy and Policy Associate
- Human Services Administrator
The BAS in Behavioral Health & Human Services – Human Services Practice curriculum includes courses in the following:
- Introduction to Human Services
- Diversity and Social Justice
- Human Services Law and Ethics
- Counseling Skills
- Theory in Human Services
- Fundamentals of Nonprofit Organizations
- Working with Support Groups
- Working with Families
- Working with Children and Youth
- Crisis Intervention
What You Will Learn
Apply human services theories to improve client and community outcomes
Understand how policy development and advocacy shape service systems
Collaborate with community agencies to strengthen service delivery
Practice ethical decision-making and professional counseling standards
Lead with cultural competence, integrity, and professionalism
About This Program
The Bachelor of Applied Science in Behavioral Health & Human Services – Human Services Practice prepares students to become compassionate, ethical, and effective professionals dedicated to improving individual, family, and community outcomes. Grounded in human services theory, policy analysis, and professional practice, the program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to serve diverse populations and strengthen community systems.
Students explore how theory informs practice, how policy shapes service delivery, and how collaboration across agencies improves client outcomes. Emphasis is placed on ethical counseling skills, cultural competency, leadership development, and real-world application.
Graduates are prepared for careers in nonprofit organizations, social service agencies, advocacy groups, community programs, and public service leadership roles.
Program Benefits
- Applied, career-focused curriculum
- Strong emphasis on ethics and professionalism
- Leadership preparation for nonprofit and community organizations
- Focus on real-world service delivery systems
- Capstone experience connecting theory to practice
Program Cost
One of GMC’s goals is to offer the highest quality college education at some of the most affordable tuition rates. We have also extended that goal to our bachelor of applied science degrees. To understand our tuition rates, please visit the Tuition and Fees Basics Page on our website. Keep in mind that total costs for the program will depend not only on tuition rates, but the amount of quarter hours students must take in order to complete the degree. This will include courses both in the core and in the major.
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Program Coordinator
Degree Program Coordinator:
Dr. Gary Easter, geaster@gmc.edu
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