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Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services
Give your career in health a head start with your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services. You will develop strong communication skills and learn the proper role of technology in health and human services.
Degree Focus
Your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services is an interdisciplinary degree program that prepares you for diverse entry-level positions in health and human services. This degree focuses on delivery of health and human services to diverse populations, in the context of the political, socioeconomic, psychosocial, and regulatory environment.
Career Opportunities
According to the US Department of Labor, jobs in health and human services will grow at twice the rate of the overall economy. When you complete your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services degree program, you will have what you need to seek entry into non-clinical and non-management health positions. This degree could be your ticket into this fast-growing field. Just a few of the opportunities you might pursue include:
- elder care
- health education
- rehabilitation
- day care
- community health service
- patient account service
- health insurance
- disability service
Admission Requirements
- Have a regular high-school diploma earned through college preparatory or regular high school courses or GED equivalency recognized by the Department of Education of the state in which it was earned, completed secondary school through home schooling as defined by state law, or earned an equivalent to a US high school diploma at an international high school. An earned IEP or Special Education Diploma or Certificate of Completion based upon IEP goals does not meet the regular high school diploma requirement for admission to Ashford University. If no high school degree was earned, applicants may be admitted with a minimum of 60 transferable credits from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution as defined by Ashford University transfer credit policies.
- Be 22 years of age or older, or a graduate of Ashford University's Associate of Arts in Business degree program, or receive documented approval from the Registrar's Office via the "Under 22 Appeal" process.
- English Language Requirement
Technology Requirements
Competencies
Students must possess the following online competencies:
- Ability to access course and program material on the Internet;
- Ability to correspond with University staff, students, and faculty using email and the Internet; and
- Ability to use appropriate antivirus utilities so that files transmitted and received are virus-free.
The following minimum system configuration and software are required:
- Platforms: Mac OS X 10.2 or higher or Windows XP or higher;
- Hardware: 256 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, and 1 Gb free disk space;
- Productivity Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel 2003 or higher; Adobe Reader 8.0 or higher;
- Web Browser: Firefox 3.0 or higher, Internet Explorer 7.0 or higher, Safari 3.0 or higher;
- Networking: 56k dialup modem, DSL, or Cable modem; and
- Email: Outlook, Outlook Express, Mac Mail, Eudora, Entourage, or Yahoo/Hotmail/Gmail.
- Productivity Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel 2007 or higher;
- Networking: Broadband internet connection (DSL, Cable, or other).
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The following additional platform and hardware requirement apply when using ebooks:
- Platforms: Mac OS X 10.4 or higher, Windows XP with service pack 2 or higher, or Vista;
- Hardware: 512 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, 1 gHz processor, and 1 Gb free disk space; 1024x768 screen resolution or larger.
Transferability
Put your college credits to work at Ashford! When you enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services program, you can transfer up to 99 semester credits (148.5 quarter credits) to help fulfill your degree requirements.* That means all your past hard work will not be wasted.
If you enter the program with fewer than twenty-four (24) transferable credits, you will be required to successfully complete EXP 105 Personal Dimensions of Education as your first course. EXP 105 is required if you have little or no previous college experience and is not recommended if you have high transfer credit. EXP 105 applies toward elective credit requirements so enrollment in EXP 105 may result in the reduction of three (3) potential transfer credits in the Elective category. If you take EXP 105, you are required to take PSY 202 as your second course.
If you enter the program with twenty-four (24) or more college transferable credits, you will be required to successfully complete PSY 202 Adult Development and Life Assessment as your first course. PSY 202 is designed to help you acclimate to the online college environment, though you already have some college experience. If you have been out of school for a long time or feel that you need additional support to enter the online environment, you may appeal to enroll in EXP 105 as your first course, followed by PSY 202 as your second course. Unsuccessful completion of either EXP 105 or PSY 202 will result in the rescheduling of the course and revision of the future course sequence. See the Courses tab for descriptions of each course.
* The transferability of credits is subject to Ashford University transfer credit policies, and requires the submission of official transcripts. The official transcripts will be evaluated to determine the credits that will officially apply toward an Ashford University degree program.
Graduation Requirements
- Total number of credits required: 120 credits
- General Education Requirements: 46 credits
- Major Course Requirements: 36 credits
- Electives: 38 credits
Students must earn a minimum of 30 upper-division credits and a minimum of 21 credits at Ashford University (residency requirement).
Online Format
You will take your classes one at a time for 5 weeks each, accelerating your path to graduation. Your course content is delivered in a high-tech format, and you can complete your weekly assignments when and where it's convenient for you thanks to the asynchronous online environment.
Cost*
You will appreciate that Ashford offers one of the lowest tuition rates available online. Your tuition is $372 per credit. You will also be responsible for fees to enroll. Call today to learn more at 866-711-1700.
* Tuition costs subject to change without notice.
Payment Options
- Cash Plan – 100% of tuition and fees paid prior to each course start date.
- Tuition Reimbursement – If your employer offers a tuition reimbursement plan, we'll work with you to apply this great benefit toward your education.
- Financial Aid – You may be eligible for financial aid. Talk to an enrollment advisor to find out if you meet the requirements to qualify.
- Direct (Employer) Billing – If you work for a company approved for direct billing, you may qualify for this payment option.
- Military Tuition Assistance – Includes active duty service and Veterans Affairs Benefits, such as GI Bill and Vocational Rehab if you qualify. Click here for more information on military benefits.
If this program fits your personal and professional goals, contact Ashford University at 866-711-1700 to learn more, or click here to request additional information.