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Human Services B.S.

School of Professional Studies

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Crown College was founded on the principle of equipping Christian leaders to serve the world with both conviction and compassion. Our Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services prepares you to do just that — by helping you understand how to meet the practical, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals, families, and communities.

This program blends biblical truth with applied skills in counseling, organizational communication, and ethics. Whether you’re called to work in non-profits, ministry settings, schools, or community agencies, you’ll graduate equipped to make a real and lasting impact.

With flexible online options, supportive faculty who share your faith, and hands-on learning opportunities, Crown’s Human Services degree will prepare you to serve wherever God leads.

Why study Human Services at Crown?

Faith Integration: Students can learn a wide range of skills, all taught from a Biblical perspective.
Convenient: Our program is primarily online, perfect for busy working adults. Most courses last eight weeks, creating an optimized and efficient learning environment. Students are assigned an academic advisor who walks alongside them to help every student succeed.
Internship: When students are in their final semester, they will complete an internship that will provide them with experience to put on their resume when seeking employment after graduation.

Affordable

Graduates of Crown’s online Human Servies program can be confident they are receiving a degree at an affordable price compared to other programs. For more information, visit our financial aid page.

Experienced Faculty Practitioners

Our program is led by individuals with excellent scholarship and experience in the profession of Human Services. Built within each course are discussion posts designed to bolster the online community and expand every student’s network.

Broad Experience

Students are exposed to a great array of helping profession work environments. Students may choose to work in a helping profession directly after graduation or continue on for a master’s degree. Wherever the Lord leads, Crown prepares students for either direction.

I have the opportunity to not just be in a caring community, but a community that fosters the same values and faith. There are so many different perspectives here from students and professors, and it creates so many opportunities to grow.

Being at Crown makes you want to stay at Crown for the rest of your life; but being at Crown also gets you excited for what God is preparing you to do after college, too.

Nora Xiong

Careers

Crisis Counselor
Victim Advocate
Non-Profit Coordinator

Advanced Degrees

M.A. in Counseling
M.A. in Pastoral Counseling
M.A. in Organizational Leadership

Faculty Spotlight

Dr. Cathy Sigmund

Core Counseling Faculty

Dr. Jim Zapf

Dean, School of Professional Studies

Dr. Michelle Bethke-Kaliher

Core Counseling Faculty

Karissa Godel

Core Counseling Faculty

Victoria Riollano

Core Counseling Faculty

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Preview of Courses

HMS 3610 - Human Services Ethics

This course examines from a Christian perspective the basic ethical dilemmas and problems that arise in the practice of human services professions. The impact of ethics and values on leadership in human services will be addressed.

HMS 4555 - Human Services Internship

With the consultation and supervision of a faculty member, the student will engage in a planned and supervised practical experience in a human services field. The practicum is designed for students in their junior or senior year.

PSY 3542 - Methods of Counseling

Designed to teach interviewing and basic counseling skills, this course is practice-oriented. The application of counseling theory and interpersonal dynamics to the counseling process will be explained. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of skills which will enable the student to establish, guide the session, and define the nature of the problem and goals for change, while monitoring the essential components of the counseling relationship.

FAQs

How does online education work?

Online education uses digital technology and the internet to deliver educational content. Our courses are built to be 8-week courses. Students can access lectures, assignments, and resources through our online platform, Canvas. Communication with instructors and peers often occurs through discussion forums, video conferencing, and email.

What technology and equipment do I need for online classes?

Requirements may vary, but generally, students need a reliable computer and internet connection.

How do online exams and assessments work?

Online exams and assessments can take various forms, including multiple-choice quizzes, essays, and timed exams. Most classes utilize discussion posts each week, due every Thursday. All of these are available on our online program Canvas.

Will my credits transfer?

We generally accept credits from accredited institutions as long as the student maintained a C or higher in the course. To see a full list of what classes will transfer, you can visit Transferology or contact our registrar office at registrar@crown.edu.

What Financial Aid Options Are Available?

Crown College offers a wide-range of scholarships. For more information about financial aid, click here.

How will Crown help me grow in my faith?

At Crown College, every class is taught from a Biblical worldview. Our faculty are all followers of Christ and are comfortable incorporating Christian principles into their curriculum.

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