Human Services Degree

The human services program at Beal College prepare students for careers as a social and human service assistant, community health worker, or community and social service specialist. The program focuses on the general study and provision of human and social services, as well as preparing individuals to work in public and private human services agencies and organizations. Program courses include: social sciences, psychology, principles of social service, human services policy, planning and evaluation, and social services law and administration. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Beal College (Bates)

2 Andrews Road, Lewiston, ME

Beal College operates as a two-year private career school dedicated to providing a solid education for students in Bangor and surrounding areas. Students may select from many areas of study, including:

• Health and Clinical Professions
• Security and Protective Services
• Business and Marketing Studies
• Public Administration and Social Services

In the previous year, over 150 students graduated with a graduation rate of about 28%. Beal College has listed over ten different programs available to students, with an Associates degree being the highest degree granted. Listed below are the more popular programs offered:

• Medical Assistant
• Law and Justice Administration
• Medical Administration
• Accounting
• Human Services

To help students and alumni succeed, Beal College may provide some services to students like:

• Academic counseling for students
• Student employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools has accredited the education provided by Beal College for over forty-seven straight years. Please visit bealcollege.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bates offers an associate's degree program in human services.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Social and Human Service Assistants

Description

Assist in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and human service assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.4% from 2014 to 2024

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Description

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, community and social service specialists, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).