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Associate Degree

Health and Human Services
Associate of Science

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CLASSES START
May 6th

24 Mo.

Program Length

60

Credits

Online

Format

$415

Tuition cost per credit

Associate Degree

Health and Human Services
Associate of Science

Program highlights

AccreditationAccredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Format100% online classes
Degree pathwaysEarn a 2-year degree and transfer credit into a BS-HHS, or pursue related bachelor's degree majors in allied health, nursing, business, or others
QuickPathsTransfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University
Human Services Worker with Associate Degree Smiling in Community Meeting

Over 90%

Satisfaction rate

Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2022 Herzing Graduate Survey.

Over 90%

Satisfaction rate

Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2022 Herzing Graduate Survey.

Associate of Science in Health and Human Services

Associate of Science in Health and Human Services

The Associate of Science in Health and Human Services is a 60-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a wide variety of potential career pathways in community health.

The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in human resource management, behavioral health in communities, social problems and policy, human development across the lifespan, and much more.

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Career-focused curriculum

Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.

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Flexible schedule

You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We strive to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.

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Virtual services

Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.

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Lifelong support

We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

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Rolling admissions

No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.

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Curriculum

Program classes & curriculum details

All didactic (lecture-style) classes are delivered online, and there is no field work, practicum, or internship included as part of the program. You can personalize your education by utilizing 10 open elective credit hours.

ProgramsMonthsiCredits
Associate of Science in Health and Human Services2460

i. Average number of months for students to complete the program attending full-time

Required Courses in Behavioral Health

All courses, 9.00 semester credit hours, are required.

Required Courses in Business and Human Resources

All courses, 9.00 semester credit hours, are required.

Required Courses in Health and Human Services

All courses, 15.00 semester credit hours, are required.

Open Elective Courses

A minimum of 7.00 semester credit hours is required.

Required Courses in General Education

Students enrolled in this associate degree must complete a minimum of 18.00 semester credit hours. 

Courses transferred from other accredited colleges may also be used to meet these requirements.

Personal and Professional Development Courses

2.00 semester credit hours are required.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition & Cost

The cost of tuition for the Associate of Science in Health and Human Services program is $415 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.

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 Scholarships & Financial Aid

You may be eligible for multiple scholarships and grants, both through Herzing University and several national scholarship websites.

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 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.

VA/Military benefits 

Requirements

Enrollment requirements

Prerequisites to enroll in the Associate of Science in Health and Human Services program include:

  • Completion of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Meet and interview with a Herzing University admissions advisor
  • Complete an enrollment application

Eligible states for enrollment: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District Of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands.

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Degree Pathways

Find your educational pathway with Herzing University

We are proud to offer many degree pathways across all undergraduate and graduate levels.

Earning an associate degree in Health and Human Services can build a foundation for you to pursue all sorts of different educational opportunities.

Undergraduate degrees

After earning an associate degree in HHS, you can potentially transfer credit into an HHS bachelor's degree program—or choose related bachelor’s degree programs in psychology, allied health, nursing, or business.

Graduate degrees

Pursue a bachelor’s degree in HHS in the future and you can potentially earn dual credit towards a Master of Social Work (MSW) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)—or explore healthcare administration or nursing.

US News Best Online Programs Bachelor's 2022

Herzing University is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best online bachelor’s degree programs in 2023.

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.

View all Herzing University Accreditations and Approvals.

Herzing University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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Careers

What can I do with an associate degree in health and human services?

An associate degree curriculum provides you with foundational skills and knowledge to pursue many different types of entry-level positions in health and human services.

You’ll also take a selection of general education and elective courses, which can better tailor your education to the type of job you’re looking for after graduating.

Potential job titles include, but are not limited to:

  • Case Work Aide
  • Family Service Assistant
  • Daycare Assistant
  • Behavioral Health Technician
  • Human Service Worker
  • Prevention Coordinator
  • Volunteer Coordinator
  • Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Social Services in Nursing Homes
  • Addictions Counselor

Salary potential & job outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Social and Human Service Assistants earn an average salary of $41,600 per year ($20.00 per hour).*

Employment of Social and Human Service Assistants is expected to rise 9% from 2022-2032, faster than the average across all U.S. occupations.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but it may be more appropriate to say psychology is an important element in the delivery of human services—among other fields.

Psychology represents a discipline that is a crucial component in human services, though a degree in psychology can be applied in jobs outside of the generally accepted category of “human services” jobs.

The range of jobs you can potentially apply for with an associate degree 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 Human Service Assistants, containing some of the most common types of professions in human services you can qualify for with an associate degree education.

According to the BLS, Social and Human Service Assistants earn an average annual salary of $41,600 per year ($20.00 per hour).* Pay can vary based on your education, experience level, and state of employment.

The highest degree level we offer in health and human services is the undergraduate bachelor’s degree program.

If you want to advance your education to the master’s degree level in the future, we have many potential pathways you may consider. You can potentially earn dual credit towards a Master of Social Work (MSW) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)—or choose to pursue more healthcare-focused options in healthcare administration or nursing.

There is some overlap when it comes to careers in human services and social work. In both career fields you’ll be helping individuals and/or communities solve problems and find better social outcomes. Degree programs typically cover introductory behavioral health and global topics relevant to both career pathways.

However, jobs in human services typically focus on the health of communities at large, while social workers tend to place more focus on helping individuals and their families. Human service workers apply interdisciplinary skills to solve many types of problems in communities, while social workers help those in need to secure access to important social resources.

For instance, our Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services curriculum includes study of nonprofit organization management, grant writing and fundraising, program planning and development, and volunteer, board, and community development.

On the social work side, our Master of Social Work curriculum zooms in on social services primarily for individuals and families, including clinical social work theory and practice, social policy and services, clinical social work interventions, and more.

How long it takes depends on several factors, including your prior college education and the degree path you choose.

We offer three different entry points into the field of human services:

All program length estimates are averages based on full-time enrollment.

Yes, earning a degree in human services is worth it!

You’ll earn a good educational foundation to pursue jobs making real, impactful change for individuals and their communities. You can become a difference maker, and advancing your education is an important first step towards success in your new career path.

Get your start in human services with a university dedicated to your success. We are your lifelong learning partner devoted to making your rewarding career possible.

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Disclosures

Disclosures

1. Certification in this program is not a state requirement.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.

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The program has an automatic transfer of credits, and allows you to transfer up to additional credits.

  Transfer Credits

The program allows you to transfer up to credits.

  Transfer Credits

The program allows you to transfer up to credit hours.

  Transfer Credit Hours
Associate of Science in Health and Human Services Online Campus
Tuition
Cost per Credit$415.00
Base Tuition$24,900.00
Savings from Transfer Credits (45 x $415.00 )(-$18,675.00)
Estimated Tuition Cost*$6,225.00
Fees
One-time Program Fee$0.00
Per-semester Program Fee$0.00
Per-semester Learner Resource Fee$530.00
Estimated Total Fee*$530.00
Total Semesters 1
RequiredNeeded
41
Total Credits
RequiredNeeded
6015
Estimated Cost 2
Base CostYour Cost
$27,020.00$6,755.00
Estimated Savings*
$20,265.00

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Actual semesters to complete are dependent upon university approved transfer credits and program mapping.

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Estimated program length, estimated number of semesters, and estimated program shown above are standard by program for each student based on: a student taking a full-time course load each semester, the student not having any transfer credits (from previous Herzing experiences or from other post-secondary institutions), and successful completion of each course.

Current tuition rates for Nursing programs are effective through the Summer 2023 semester, and tuition rates for all non-Nursing programs are effective through the Summer 2023 semester.