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Capella University
School of Human Services
Capella University's School of Human Services graduates can apply their academic knowledge and expertise in a variety of non-profit, academic, health care, social services, and government settings.
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Master of Science
Master of Science (MS) in Human Services
Our online master’s degree specializations are designed to enrich your professional knowledge and help you more effectively address social issues and challenges in your community. Our counselor education specializations prepare learners to apply for state licensure in counseling and family therapy.Master of Science (MS) in Human Services – General Human Services Program
The master's degree specialization in general human services is designed for professionals seeking a graduate degree with a customizable curriculum. You will complete core course work for a strong foundation in the specialization and with the guidance of an academic advisor, choose from a wide range of electives to build a program that reflects your interests and professional goals. Graduates of this online program are prepared for leadership and management positions in social services, education, government, law enforcement, health care, and the U.S. Armed Forces.Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Counseling Studies
Our master’s degree specialization in counseling studies is designed for learners within counseling, psychology, or sociology fields who wish to pursue careers in private or public human services settings or counseling service delivery settings, or as a precursor to a doctoral program. Core courses provide fundamental knowledge in the discipline, while electives provide an examination of contemporary issues that allow you to focus on populations and/or practice interest areas.Note: The counseling studies specialization is not designed to meet licensure requirements for the counseling professions
Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Criminal Justice
Capella University’s online master’s degree specialization in criminal justice gives you core knowledge in the field as well as leadership skills and behaviors to help you impact social change. You will collaborate with motivated learners from agencies throughout the nation as you build expertise. Professionals in law enforcement, probation, correction, the judiciary, and public safety positions seek this degree as a stepping stone for career advancement in the growing field of criminal justice.Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Health Care Administration
Our master’s degree specialization in health care administration prepares health care professionals—including administrators, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, analysts, care givers, and researchers—to successfully manage and lead health care organizations. Learners focus on mastering fundamental health care delivery and information knowledge to successfully guide and strengthen the delivery of services to consumers.Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Management of Non-Profit Agencies
Capella University’s master’s degree specialization in management in non-profit agencies is designed for health care professionals, community-based care providers, employment specialists, and case workers who wish to move into non-profit administration and management. You will acquire expertise to address the issues faced by non-profit agencies, such as financial management, grant writing, advocacy, and human resource management. Building critical skills for assuming an effective leadership role within non-profit agencies is central to this specialization.Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling/Therapy
Our online master’s degree specialization prepares learners to assume positions as marital, couple, and family counselors and therapists within agency, community, and private practice settings. Learners will develop the ability to deliver systems-based counseling theory and research methods in contemporary practice. This counseling education program requires academic course work and two 10-day face-to-face residencies.Note: While this program will prepare you for the licensure examinations, it does not guarantee you will receive a license.
Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Mental Health Counseling – CACREP Accredited
Capella University’s CACREP-approved mental health counseling specialization prepares learners to assume positions as mental health counselors within institutional, community, and private settings. Program components, including academic preparation and clinical training, teach counselor education professionals to apply varied theoretical mental health approaches and research activities in contemporary practice assessment and treatment protocols.This master’s degree specialization is approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). It is the first and only online program in the nation that has achieved CACREP-approval. This accredited counseling education program requires academic course work and two 2-week, face-to-face residencies.
Note: While this program will prepare you for the licensure examinations, it does not guarantee you will receive a license.
Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Social Work and Community Services
Our online master’s degree in social work and community services allows entry-level professionals in the field of human services to acquire critical knowledge in social work and community services. You will gain a strong understanding of key issues including cultural awareness, utilization of community resources, social change, and public policy. You will also acquire the skills you need to support individuals, families, and communities as they move toward greater self-sufficiency and healthier functioning.Note: This specialization is not designed to meet licensure requirements associated with a master’s degree in social work.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services
Capella University’s School of Human Services PhD program meets the high academic standards of doctoral study and provides a platform for rewarding personal accomplishment. Throughout the program, you will explore and utilize advanced theory, critical thinking, and principles of leadership which you can apply immediately in your personal and professional life.Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Counseling Studies
Our PhD specialization in counseling studies offers professionals within counseling and human service professions the opportunity to gain advanced academic skill and research competencies. This program is ideal for counseling professionals and those who seek leadership positions in educational, consulting, agency, institutional, public, or private human services settings.Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Criminal Justice
Capella University’s PhD specialization in criminal justice is ideal for learners who wish to conduct advanced study and research in the field and advance to academic positions, or supervisory and administrative levels. This specialization provides the skills and theoretical foundation professionals need to address the complex issues surrounding criminal behavior, prevention, intervention programming, and the development of public policy strategies. Graduates are prepared to impact change within the field of criminal justice and public safety systems through positions in leadership, research, and consulting at community, state, and national levels.Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services – General Human Services
Capella University’s School of Human Services doctoral specialization in general human services gives human services professionals the opportunity to construct a program to address specific professional goals. At the doctoral level, academic emphasis is on the acquisition of advanced skill sets and competencies, and in preparing the graduate to teach, consult, conduct research, and contribute to a wide range of professions and disciplines.Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Health Care Administration
Our online PhD specialization in health care administration incorporates advanced course work and research to emphasize critical analysis of theory and practice skills within the health care field. Health care administration is an ideal specialization for professionals within the evolving health care industry, including researchers, educators, administrators, and consultants. You will be prepared to assume an effective leadership role within the dynamic health care industry.Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Management of Non-Profit Agencies
This specialization offers opportunities for advanced study and research in non-profit agency management. Course work will address contemporary issues of the non-profit agency—such as financial management, marketing, public policy, grant writing, advocacy, and human resource management. This online specialization prepares graduates to assume leadership positions, guide organizational mission, and establish new community programs.Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Social Work and Community Services
Capella University’s School of Human Services PhD specialization in social work and community services prepares graduates to teach, conduct research, and provide consultation services in the fields of social work and community services. Goals of this specialization include working with professionals experienced in building and managing programs designed to help individuals, families, and communities achieve greater self sufficiency and healthier functioning. Graduates are prepared to assume a leadership role as a social change agent at community, state, or national levels.Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
Graduate Certificates
Addiction Counseling
The addiction counseling certificate is designed for professionals who wish to build their knowledge and therapeutic skills related to substance abuse, addictions, and compulsive behaviors. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Criminal Justice
The criminal justice and public safety certificate is for professionals who are pursuing a master's or doctorate in related fields—such as psychology or sociology—and who wish to prepare themselves for agency work in corrections or private practice. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Diversity Studies
The diversity studies graduate certificate is designed for professionals who desire greater understanding of the ethnic, gender, and cultural demographic changes that are impacting industry, schools, military, government, and other sectors of today's society. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Health Care Administration
The health care administration graduate certificate is designed for professionals who want to increase their knowledge and skills in health care administration, including managed health care and workplace health. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Management of Non-Profit Agencies
The management of non-profit agencies certificate addresses leadership issues, organizational behavior, and financial management. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Marriage and Family Services
This graduate certificate is designed for human services professionals and therapists who wish to increase their knowledge and practice capabilities in marital and family therapy. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Note: This graduate certificate is not designed to meet licensure requirements associated with a master's degree in marriage, couple, and family counseling/therapy.
Professional Counseling
The professional counseling graduate certificate is designed for individuals who want to develop knowledge and skills in assessment and treatment of mental health issues. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Note: This graduate certificate is not designed to meet licensure requirements associated with a master's degree in mental health counseling.
Social and Community Services
The social and community services graduate certificate is designed for professionals who desire greater knowledge and skills in the fundamentals of social work and community services. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our MS and PhD programs.Note: This graduate certificate is not designed to meet licensure requirements associated with a master's degree in social work.
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