Health and Human Services, Bachelor of Science
Program Overview
St. John's University's Health and Human Services program provides a comprehensive education in health administration, social and behavioral sciences. The program prepares students for careers in healthcare settings, social service agencies, and organizations serving individuals, families, and communities. The curriculum includes a combination of classroom instruction, field experiences, and internships, ensuring students develop the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for success in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Health and Human Services Bachelor of Science program at St. John's University provides a solid foundation in the theory and practice of health administration, social and behavioral sciences. The program curriculum is designed to develop students' knowledge, skills, and attitudes to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, social service agencies, and other organizations that provide services to individuals, families, and communities. The program's objectives are to:
- Prepare students to work effectively in the field of health and human services.
- Provide students with a strong foundation in the social and behavioral sciences.
- Develop students' critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and communication skills.
- Promote students' understanding of the ethical issues involved in working with individuals, families, and communities.
- Prepare students to be advocates for social justice.
Outline:
The Health and Human Services program consists of 120 credit hours. The curriculum includes a combination of classroom instruction and field experiences.
Required Courses (18 credits):
- HSA 1002 Introduction to Health Service Administration
- HSA 1100 U.S. Healthcare Systems
- HSC 1100 Survey Research
- HSC 1102 Social Justice
- HSC 1020 Survey of Human Services
- HHS 3000 Introduction to Health and Human Services
Required Health Administration Concentration (21 credits):
- HSA 1003 Ethical Issues in Health Care
- HSA 1004 The Health Care Labor Force and the Use of Technology
- HSA 1011 Legal Aspects of Health Organizations
- HSA 1012 Financial Administration of Health Care Institutions
- HSA 1020 Advanced Health Services Administration
- HSA 1040 Long-Term Care Administration
- HSA 1023 Internship in Institutional Health Services Administration
- HSA 1024 Internship in Institutional Health Services Administration
- HSA 1025 Internship in Health Service Organizations
- HSA 1035 Ambulatory Care: Organization and Administration
- HSA 1042 Introduction to Managed Health Care
- HSA 1015 Introduction to Global Healthcare Systems
Professional Area Requirements for Health Administration track (9 credits):
- ACC 1007 Fundamentals of Accounting
- MGT 1001 Principles of Marketing
Required Human Services Concentration (24 credits):
- HSC 1030 Dimensions of Human Behavior
- HSC 1071 Gerontology
- HSC 1072 Child Advocacy
- HSA 1015 Global Healthcare Systems
- HSC 1074 Behavioral Health in the Community
Professional Area Requirements: (12 credits):
- MGT 1001 Principles of Marketing
- 6 credits chosen from HSC 1049, HSC 1060, HSC 1065, HSA 1035, 1040, 1042.
Additional Liberal Arts Requirements: (18 credits)
- ENG 1006
- MTH 1003
- MTH 1021
- PSY 1001
- 3-credit sociology elective
- 3-credit social science elective
General Electives: (12-24 credits)
Assessment:
The assessment methods used in the Health and Human Services program vary depending on the course. Some courses use traditional methods such as exams and papers, while others use more innovative methods such as portfolios and presentations. The program also uses field experiences to assess students' skills and knowledge.
Teaching:
The Health and Human Services program is taught by a faculty of experienced professionals. The faculty are committed to providing students with a high-quality education that prepares them for successful careers in the field. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations. The program also emphasizes experiential learning, and students are required to complete a field experience in a health or human service setting.
Careers:
The Health and Human Services program prepares students for a variety of careers in the field, including:
- Health educator
- Community health worker
- Child advocate
- Case manager
- Counselor
- Social worker
- Healthcare administrator