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Capella University
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP

MS Master of Science in Human Services Social and Community Services specialization

Courses

Total program credits needed for graduation: 48

Core Courses

16 course quarter credits.

PSL5002
Collaboration, Communication, and Case Analysis for Master's Learners (4 quarter credits)
HS5007
Introduction to Research Methodology (4 quarter credits)
HS5318
Scope of Human Services (4 quarter credits)
HS5334
Ethnic and Cultural Awareness (4 quarter credits)
HS5993
Human Services Integrative Project* (4 quarter credits)

Specialization Courses

20 course quarter credits.

HS5401
History of Social Welfare (4 quarter credits)
HS5402
Social Change and Public Policy (4 quarter credits)
HS5423
Philosophy of Social Work (4 quarter credits)
HS5436
Utilization of Community Resources (4 quarter credits)

Three Elective Courses

12 quarter credits. Choose any graduate course(s).

*This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor or refer to the course descriptions for more information.

Transfer Credits

There are many ways to reduce tuition costs, including transferring credits which can help save time and money. You can transfer up to 12 credits into this specialization.

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Take a Single Course

You can enroll in any of our online courses without committing to a degree program. Simply sign up for a single course today — whether you're interested in a specific topic or just want to see if online learning is right for you. We recommend speaking first with an enrollment counselor to discuss your goals and ensure the credits you earn now can be applied to a degree program later.

To learn more, call 1.866.933.5957 or email an enrollment counselor.

Concentrations

If you have elective courses in your specialization, you may be able to use them to fulfill both your degree and concentration requirements at the same time. However, completing a concentration may extend your total credits beyond the requirements of your degree. Concentrations available for this specialization include:

  • Fire Service Administration
  • Forensics
  • Health Policy and Management
  • Homeland Security
  • Public Administration
  • Public Health
  • Public Policy Management and Collaborative Governance
  • Nonprofit Management and Leadership

To learn more, call 1.866.933.5957 or email an enrollment counselor.