Human Services Degrees

Human services degrees are ideal for those who love working with others, performing research and providing education. Human services is a field focused on helping others and providing service to society through the study of human needs, with an emphasis on improving quality of life through prevention, remediation, guidance and counseling.

If you are an excellent listener and get along well with people from all walks of life, then explore Grand Canyon University's (GCU) wide variety of human services degrees to see which one is right for you. In addition to the degrees on this page in fields like behavioral health science, sociology and mental health and wellness, we also offer counseling and psychology degrees that allow you to pursue your passion of making a difference in the lives of others.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is pleased to offer human services degrees and liberal arts degrees in a variety of fields to help students find their purpose. 

GCU’s Bachelor of Science in Sociology helps you learn to contemplate and analyze how social structures and society impact human interactions. Explore various issues facing American society today, from globalization to crime and poverty. Discover hierarchies of power and how society plays a role in shaping individuals, and prepare for a dynamic career in a field like social research, data analysis or human resources. If you are hoping to pursue social work, explore the social work emphasis with this bachelor’s degree in sociology. 

If you are passionate about the field of social work and wish to pursue a career in as a non-licensed social worker or community health worker, then consider the Bachelor Science in Sociology with an Emphasis in Social Work.

Are you looking to advance your career or add a new dimension to your professional practice? A Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness prepares you to succeed in a variety of evidence-based mental health and support areas by helping you discover how biological, social, cultural and spiritual factors can have an impact mental wellbeing. Learn how the human mind develops and gain a strong foundation in delivering support to individuals, organizations and communities. If you wish, choose an emphasis in one of the areas below to gain specialized knowledge in a certain area. 

For those who are passionate about helping families determine and solve problems, the Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics may be a great fit. 

Gain a foundation in mental health and wellness with a focus on grief training and research with the Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Grief and Bereavement.

A Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Prevention can help you gain training in preventative psychological care to make a difference in a field like community health.

If you want to gain biblical knowledge as part of your mental health and wellness program, then consider the Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Christian Ministry.

The Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration is designed for those who are seeking leadership roles in social services settings.

If you hope to gain specialized education in an area of human services, then you may want to consider one of our graduate certificates of completion. These certificates are designed to help students who already have a degree in a similar area continue their education through advanced courses targeted toward a specific field. If you aspire to advance in your career, a graduate certificate of completion may help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to continue progressing. Explore our offerings to see which one may be right for you.

Help others reach their goals and achieve their full potential through motivation, communication and observation with GCU's Graduate Certificate of Completion in Life Coaching.

Advance your career in mental healthcare with a Graduate Certificate of Completion in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration.

Human services covers a broad range of disciplines, so your career options are nearly endless. Depending on your degree, you may want to explore a career as a:

• Government organizations
• Public or private organizations 
• Healthcare facilities

The more education you earn, the more opportunities you may have to advance in your field.