Program highlights
| Accreditation | Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
|---|---|
| Transfer credit | Transfer up to 90 approved credits |
| Format | 100% online classes |
| MS pathway | Build a foundation to pursue a Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership |
| QuickPaths | Option to earn up to 12 dual credits towards a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Social Work (MSW); transfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University |
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Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services
The Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services is a 120-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a wide variety of potential career pathways.
The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in behavioral health theory, counseling and communication, nonprofit management, grant writing, legal advocacy, and much more.

Career-focused curriculum
Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.
Flexible schedule
You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Virtual services
Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
Program classes & curriculum details
The bachelor’s degree includes 8 behavioral health courses totaling 25 credit hours. Courses prepare students with a foundation of behavioral health entry-level skills that can be applied to a range of diverse career paths. This core is unique to Herzing and will allow students in Health and Human Services to work in settings that improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities.
All didactic (lecture-style) classes are delivered online. There is no field work, practicum, or internship included as part of the program. You can personalize your education utilizing 9 open elective credit hours, and potentially apply for dual credit towards an MBA or MSW program.
| Program | Months i | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services | 32 | 120 |
i. Average number of months for students to complete the program attending full-time
Required Courses in Behavioral Health
All courses, 25.00 semester credit hours, are required.
OR HH 510 Inquiry and Information Literacy Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
OR MSW 520 Generalist Social Work with Individuals/Families/Groups Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Note: Master of Social Work courses are all 16-week courses.
Required Courses in Business and Human Resources
All courses, 9.00 semester credit hours, are required
Or BU 525 Strategic Human Capital Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Required Courses in Health and Human Services
All courses, 39.00 semester credit hours, are required.
OR BU 502 - Leadership and Team Dynamics Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
OR BU 631 - Project Management for Business Leaders Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
OR MSW 540 - Social Policy and Services Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Note: Master of Social Work courses are all 16-week courses.
Open Elective Courses
A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours is required. Eligible students can take up to 12.00 credit hours of graduate level coursework to complete a portion of the open electives requirement.
Dual Credit Courses
Eligible students can replace up to 12.00 semester credit hours of the core program requirements with approved dual credit graduate level coursework. A total of 12.00 graduate semester credit hours can be taken throughout the student's program. Graduate Program Applicable Dual Credit Courses Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management Master of Business Administration in Project Management BU 502 Leadership and Team Dynamics BU 525 Strategic Human Capital BU 631 Project Management for Business Leaders Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership HH 510 Inquiry and Information Literacy Master of Social Work MSW 520 Generalist Social Work with Individuals/Families/Groups MSN 540 Social Policy and Services
Required Courses in General Education
Students enrolled in this bachelor's degree must complete a minimum of 36.00 semester credit hours in general. 12.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications EN 104 English Composition I 3.00 EN 111 Information Literacy 3.00 EN 116 Speech 3.00 EN 304 English Composition II 3.00 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities HU 140 Cultural Diversity 3.00 HU 240 Introduction to Humanities 3.00 HU 340 Humanities and Contemporary Popular Culture 3.00 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics MA 109 College Algebra 3.00 MA 320 Statistics 3.00 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Behavioral Science PS 101 Psychology 3.00 SS 350 Social Issues and Technology 3.00 3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Science SC 270 Environmental Literacy 3.00 Transfer students may transfer courses that are within 1.00 semester credit hour of the courses listed above to meet these discipline requirements. Any resulting deficiency in the total of 36.00 semester credit hours required in general education may be made up with general education electives from any of the listed disciplines.
Personal and Professional Development Courses
A minimum of 2.00 semester credit hours is required.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition & Cost
The cost of tuition for the Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services program is $450 per credit.
You can potentially earn even greater savings by transferring credit from prior college coursework, applying for financial aid, or potential partnership opportunities through your employer.
Our goal is your career advancement. That's why we are always working to improve our curriculum and processes to make our program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
You may be eligible for multiple scholarships and grants, both through Herzing University and several national scholarship websites.
Military/Veteran Discounts
Veterans, Active Duty U.S. Servicemembers, and spouses may qualify for a 10% tuition discount or tuition reduction to $250 per credit.

Admissions Requirements
Prerequisites to enroll in the Herzing University Health and Human Services bachelor's degree program include:
- Prior education requirement. Completion of high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Entrance testing. Applicants must demonstrate the capacity to succeed in college-level courses via prior ACT/SAT scores, completion of prior college credit, or additional entrance testing.
- Availability of time, personal commitment, and a professional attitude. We exist to help enthusiastic students fully committed to reaching their highest career goals. Our faculty and leadership are dedicated to helping you reach them.
You will need to meet and interview with a Herzing University admissions advisor and complete an enrollment application to be admitted into the program.
If you have any additional questions regarding admissions into the program, please contact our admissions team.
Degree pathways: build a foundation for graduate study
Choose Herzing University and several degree pathways at the master’s degree level are potentially available for you in the future.

MS in Health and Human Services Leadership
Emerge as an influential leader in health and human services. Earn a master's degree online and learn to effectively manage and lead HHS organizations.

Master of Social Work (MSW)
Earn dual credit in the BSHHS program
Advance your education in behavioral health and pursue a master’s degree in social work, an important step towards becoming a clinical social worker.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Earn dual credit in the BSHHS program
Step towards becoming a leader in business. Our MBA program includes coursework preparing you for success across many different industries.

MS in Healthcare Administration (MHA)
Become a behind-the-scenes leader in the delivery of healthcare. You can utilize skills acquired in a psychology bachelor’s degree program to qualify for an MHA program in the future.

Master of Science in Nursing Direct Entry (MSN-DE)
You may potentially find your calling in the field of nursing. With a bachelor’s degree in health and human services, you may be eligible to pursue a master’s degree in nursing.
Accreditation & Recognition
Our accredited & recognized online school
We strive to earn rank as one of the top private, nonprofit universities in the United States. Just as you work every day to become the best version of yourself, so do we as a university.
We are proud to have attained institutional accreditation in addition to industry recognition for our accomplishments helping students earn a college education and find career success.

Ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best online bachelor’s degree programs in 2026.
Herzing University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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What can I do with a bachelor’s degree in health and human services?


A bachelor’s degree in health and human services can help prepare you for many different types of jobs. The broad, interdisciplinary education you receive opens the door to several potential career paths in behavioral health, social services, allied health, business, criminal justice, and more.
Depending on the degree level you earn, you can potentially qualify for everything from entry-level administrative to high-level positions in administration or policy.
Potential job titles include, but are not limited to:
- Adoption Services Manager
- Child Welfare Services Director
- Children’s Service Supervisor
- Clinical Services Director
- Transitional Care Director
- Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator
- Volunteer or Program Coordinator
- Grant Writer or Director of Development
- Executive Director of a Nonprofit
Salary potential & job outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Social and Community Service Managers earn an average salary of $86,100 per year ($41.39 per hour).*
Employment of Social and Community Service Managers is expected to rise 6% from 2024-2034, faster than the average across all U.S. occupations.
The demand for jobs in the social and human services sector is on the rise. Now is an excellent time to begin earning the education you need to compete in this growing field.
Become a certified human services practitioner
By earning a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services from Herzing University, you can fulfill the educational requirement to become a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP).1
Additional HS-BCP eligibility requirements currently include 350 hours of postgraduate work experience in human services, with an exemption for those employed as a human services educator.
Our career-focused curriculum helps you prepare to earn this important industry credential employers recognize as key for success in potential human services jobs.
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The range of jobs you can potentially apply for with a bachelor’s in health and human services can make this number difficult to identify.
However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics provides figures for the occupational grouping Social and Community Service Managers, containing some of the most common types of professions in human services you can qualify for with a bachelor’s degree.
According to the BLS, Social and Community Services Managers earn an average annual salary of $86,100 per year ($41.39 per hour).* Pay can vary based on your education, experience level, and state of employment.
Yes. A health and human services (HHS) degree from Herzing University is worth it for students who want to build a career making a measurable difference in their communities.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that job openings for both social and human service assistants and social and community service managers will grow 6% from 2024-2034, faster than the national average across all U.S. occupations. Depending on your degree level and role, salaries in this field range from an average of $47,090 per year for social and human service assistants to $86,100 per year for social and community service managers.*
Earning a bachelor’s degree in HHS at Herzing also fulfills the educational requirement to become a Human Services–Board Certified Practitioner (HS–BCP) from the Center for Credentialing and Education. The HS–BCP is an industry credential recognized by employers. Beyond career preparation, Herzing provides lifelong career coaching and personalized student support services to help you succeed long after graduation.
The time it takes to earn your HHS degree depends on your prior college education and the program you choose. Herzing University offers four entry points into health and human services:
- Diploma in Health and Human Services: 8 months
- Associate of Science in Health and Human Services: 16 months
- Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services: 32 months
- Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership: 12 months
All program length estimates are based on full-time enrollment. Some programs include transfer credit opportunities. If your transfer credit is approved, this can reduce the time it takes to earn your degree.
Yes. Herzing University’s HHS curriculum covers key psychology concepts including behavioral health theory, addictions and psychosocial assessment. Psychology is an essential component of effective human services delivery.
However, human services programs emphasize applying these concepts at the community and organizational level — through case management, program coordination and client advocacy — rather than focusing on individual clinical assessment. Students who want to focus on psychological theory and individual behavior may want to consider Herzing’s standalone Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
A Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership is the highest HHS degree offered at Herzing University. This 12-month online program prepares graduates for leadership and management roles in social service agencies, nonprofit organizations and community health programs.
Students pursuing an undergraduate degree in HHS can also explore other graduate pathways, including the option to earn dual credit toward a Master of Social Work (MSW) or Master of Business Administration (MBA), or pursue a graduate program in healthcare administration.
Human services and psychology are closely related but serve different purposes. Psychology focuses on understanding individual human behavior and mental processes, building an interpersonal skillset that transfers across many professions. Human services focuses on the leadership and management of social service agencies designed to address community-level social problems. Our HHS programs cover skills for designing, delivering and coordinating services for populations in need.
At Herzing University, the HHS curriculum covers grant writing, nonprofit management, volunteer coordination and program development, while the psychology curriculum focuses on research methods, cognitive development and individual assessment. Both fields are close neighbors in behavioral health, and pursuing one now does not prevent you from advancing in the other later.
The core difference is this: a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is a professional degree that specifically prepares students for generalist social work practice with individuals and families, while a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services is an interdisciplinary degree that focuses on case management, client advocacy, program coordination and organizational leadership across a variety of community settings.
At Herzing University, the health and human services curriculum includes nonprofit organization management, grant writing and fundraising, program planning and development, and volunteer and community development. The social work curriculum focuses on counseling and communication skills, case management and crisis intervention, and child welfare services. Both fields overlap in their commitment to improving social outcomes, and pursuing one now does not prevent you from advancing in the other later. Learn more about human services vs. social work here.
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Behavioral Health | Online CampusAccreditation & Disclosures
1. Certification in this program is not a state requirement.
* BLS pay estimates calculate the median annual wage for various occupations. Per the BLS the median wage for an occupation is: "The wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount, and half earned less. Median wage data are from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey." Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2024. BLS median wage estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geographic market in which you want to work, and degree level and field, will affect career outcomes, including starting salary and earnings as an experienced employee. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the median salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, particular wage or salary, or other career growth.
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