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Empower Communities to Transform Lives
Gain the skills to be a leader at service organizations with your Master of Arts in Human Services from the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC). In this degree program, you will be taught by qualified human services faculty members as they help you develop an understanding of the different values, goals, and lifestyles of service consumers and employees.
In the online master’s in human services degree program, you will develop a historical context of human services while honing your own management skills. Upon completion of your degree, you will be able to:
- Develop a historical context of human services
- Evaluate various human systems as they relate to the human services field
- Demonstrate research and written communication skills applied to the human services field
- Explain knowledge, theory, and skills pertaining to interventions and direct services
- Synthesize values and personal world views for self-awareness, ethical behaviors, professional and personal development
- Validate cultural humility with acceptance of diverse and unique perspectives of others
Military Students $350.00/credit
Human Services Master’s Degree Courses $600.00/credit
Technology Fee** $145.00/course
Books and Other Class Materials** $155.00/average per course
Graduation Fee $150.00
Total Program Cost See UAGC Catalog¹
¹Keep in mind that this figure doesn’t factor in any potential discounts, partner benefits, or impact of accepted transfer credits, if eligible.
UAGC offers enrolled students access to ScholarshipUniverse, a platform that tailors external scholarship opportunities to your unique situation, making it easier to find and apply for scholarships.
UAGC is proud to provide reduced tuition rates for our academic and corporate partners, helping community college transfer students and corporate employees earn their degrees at a lower cost.
MA in Human Services Curriculum Overview
With an emphasis on topics such as grant-writing, planning, managing budgets, implementing information systems, and leading people, your human services coursework also includes an integrative project, where you will apply your knowledge in a practical way to solve a human services problem.
To be awarded the Master of Arts in Human Services degree, all students must complete 33 credit hours with a 3.0 minimum grade point average in all coursework attempted at the University of Arizona Global Campus.
This program is not designed to meet the state educational requirements for a specific professional license or certification in any state. Students seeking licensure or certification in a particular profession shall carefully research the requirements prior to enrollment and regularly review the requirements as they are subject to change. Requirements vary by state. The University of Arizona Global Campus does not guarantee that any professional organization will accept a graduate’s application to sit for any exam for the purpose of professional certification. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in their field of study.
Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
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What Can I Do With a Master’s in Human Services Online?
The Master of Arts in Human Services degree program provides the in-depth knowledge you need to help operate human services organizations. As a graduate of this program, you will be prepared to pursue a career in fields such as:
- Social and Community Service Managers
- Community Services Director
- Social Services Director
- Social and Human Service Associates
- Non-profit Agencies
- Community and Social Service Specialists
Gain insights into the human services job market by reviewing the Bureau of Labor Statistics market outlook report.
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Master of Arts in Human Services FAQs
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A career in human services can be both rewarding and impactful. Professionals in this field play a vital role in assisting individuals to overcome challenges, thereby improving their quality of life.
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Human service workers are dedicated to supporting individuals facing various challenges by providing essential services and resources. They work in diverse settings, including mental health centers, social service agencies, and community organizations, striving to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those they serve.
Just a few of the responsibilities they have include client assessment, advocacy, and support and counseling.
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With an emphasis on topics such as grant-writing, planning, managing budgets, implementing information systems, and leading people, your UAGC human services coursework also includes an integrative project, where you will apply your knowledge in a practical way to solve a human services problem.
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To access this rate using the Liberty Grant, only eligible undergraduate active duty service members, members of the National Guard, Reservists, spouses of active duty, members of the National Guard and Reservists, Department of Defense employees using Tuition Assistance (TA), and civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard (only if utilizing Military Tuition Assistance) will qualify.
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The Technology Fee covers access to University systems such as the online classroom, the Student Portal, and other academic resources. The Technology Fee and the Course Digital Materials (CDM) Fee are fully refundable if a student does not attend beyond Day 3 of a course (Week 3 if covered under the University of Arizona Global Campus Promise Refund Schedule). After this time, the fee becomes non-refundable. Students are charged the Technology Fee for repeated coursework. Students are not charged the CDM fee for repeated coursework if previously charged.
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The transferability of credits is subject to the University of Arizona Global Campus transfer credit policies and requires the submission of official transcripts. The official transcripts will be evaluated by the Registrar’s Office to determine the credits that will officially apply toward a UAGC degree program. Credits must be earned at the same degree level in order to be applied. Additional restrictions may apply. See the UAGC Academic Catalog for full undergraduate and graduate transfer policies.