Human Services Degree

The human services program at Fisher 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Fisher College

260 S Main St, Fall River, MA

Fisher College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Boston, MA and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Fisher College is nearly a thousand yearly.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Legal Professions And Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 730 to 950 on the SAT and in a range of 17 to 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. This school accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying annually. Of those students admitted, around 20 percent of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at fisher.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $28,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.

The mascot for Fisher College is the "Falcons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.fisher.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fisher College offers a bachelor'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).