Human Services Degree

The human services program at Ottawa University – Online 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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Ottawa University – Online (OU Online)

3238 S. Fairway, Visalia, CA

Ottawa University - Online provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Ottawa, KS and operated as a private institution. The school's American Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. The low student to teacher ratio and access to faculty and teachers are due primarily to the limited enrollment, nearly 400 students, maintained by Ottawa University - Online.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Ottawa University - Online offers:

• Healthcare Administration
• Business Administration
• Law and Justice Administration
• Human Services
• Psychology
• Human Resources

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials.

The cost of tuition is approximately $12,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending Ottawa University - Online. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

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Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. OU Online 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

Salary & Wages

• Visalia-Porterville, CA
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $68340

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

• Visalia-Porterville, CA
  • Total Employment: 550
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $31560

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

Salary & Wages

• Visalia-Porterville, CA
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $47930

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