Human Services Degree

The human services program at Lincoln Christian University 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 Illinois colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Lincoln Christian University

One University Parkway, Romeoville, IL

Lincoln Christian University, located in Lincoln, Illinois, is a school dedicated to providing faith-filled education. The school maintains a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. Lincoln Christian College has a yearly student enrollment of around a thousand. Lincoln Christian College offers more than twenty different programs available to students, with a Doctor's degree being the highest degree granted. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology
• Theology
• Theological and Ministerial Studies
• Ministry

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, as well as any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to Lincoln Christian University score between 18 - 25 on the ACT.

Lincoln Christian College also offers services for students including flexible scheduling for working or busy students, help with employment opportunities for students, and academic guidance for students that may require additional help.

The cost of tuition is approximately $16,000 for undergraduate programs and $14,000 for graduate students, but may change yearly. Students may to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal cost estimates. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $3,100. This school may help with costs by offering financial assistance for students who qualify in the form of grants and loans.

The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission has accredited the instruction & training provided by Lincoln Christian University for over four consecutive years. Get more information by following the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see programs available, tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lincoln Christian University 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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $66830
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $52810
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $60210

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $33850
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 560
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $26780
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 630
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $30680

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $37480
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.01
  • Average Annual Salary: $35380
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $34360

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