Human Services Degree

The human services program at Beacon 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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Beacon College

5445 Balboa Boulevard, Encino, CA

Beacon College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Leesburg, Florida, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school enrolls 140 students per year, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Computer
• Human Services
• Liberal Arts

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions staff. An estimated 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 41 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $32,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $5,700 per year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.beaconcollege.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

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

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor'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

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).