Human Services Degree

The human services program at Merritt 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 California colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Merritt College

3600 M St, Merced, CA

Merritt College has a lot to offer. Located in Oakland, California, your two years at Merritt will be a rewarding experience. The school is popular because its degree programs provide students with the skills need to land a job and advance. Transfer courses are accepted at colleges and universities.

Affordability is one of the biggest things that Merritt has going for it. You will receive an outstanding education without taking on major debt. It only cost $552 to attend the college for a semester.

Merritt College is known for outstanding programs in Allied Health. Programs are offered in nursing, EMT, medical assisting, nutrition and dietetics, and radiologic science. The college also offers degrees in languages, mathematics, and physical sciences. No matter your interest, you will find a program that is right for you.

The college has been accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Courses at Merritt College can be transferred to the University of California and other colleges and universities.

Supportive services are excellent. The Financial Aid office will work with you to solve any issue. The staff will work with you to apply for state grants that will help pay for your education. Counseling services as well as health care are offered. Merritt College also offers support for low income students and individuals with disabilities.

Athletic programs are offered at Merritt. The school fields teams in basketball, cross country, soccer, and track and field. Athletic teams are members of the Bay Area conference.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Merritt College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Merced, CA
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $67360

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

Salary & Wages

• Merced, CA
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $36210

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).