Human Services

Human Services professionals provide direct support to individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Human Services work is focused on the pursuit of social justice through case management, needs assessment, counseling support, and client advocacy.

Over 95% of Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) Human Services graduates are employed or begin a Bachelor’s degree program within three months of graduation.

Our Programs

Human Services, A.S.
Professional Human Services Work Certificate

Benefits of a Human Services Degree from BHCC 

• Personalized field placements/ internships with local agencies and programs. No need to find your own placement/internship!
• Career preparation with four semesters of field-based experiences and up to 400 direct service hours of specialized skill training.
• Coursework in human behavior, case management, social issues, human service practice, and field instruction.
• Interactive and small classes offering hands-on learning opportunities.
• Faculty with extensive clinical experience strengthening families and communities and advancing social justice for vulnerable populations.
• Personalized faculty advising to meet your educational needs and interests.

Human Services professionals work in: 

• public and private social service agencies 
• private and local community mental health agencies
• public and private inpatient programs in recovery and substance use support
• Local community and neighborhood associations
• Public social service agencies and community colleges
• Outreach programs and service-based experiences