Sep 14, 2024  
2022-2023 Winona Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Winona Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Human Services Major, B.A.


(37–38 credits plus thesis or internship)

Generalist human services professionals are often ‘front- line’ workers in daily contact with vulnerable individuals and families. These professionals work with interdisciplinary teams to assess functioning, and develop service plans, coordinate services, provide support and work for social change. The human services curriculum prepares generalists who have knowledge and skills necessary to assure the safety, stability, and dignity of diverse populations including the frail, elderly, abused or neglected children, persons living with physical or mental health challenges, and victims of violence.

B. Research Core


Three courses; either PY235 or S250:

E. Section E or F


Both of the following:

Please Note:


A student may complete the internship requirement with an approved domestic or international immersion program. Consult with the department chair and your academic advisor to learn about options. 

Human services majors are strongly encouraged to complete at least 600 hours of related service work through volunteering, service learning, field experience and internships, and to achieve basic proficiency in Spanish or American Sign Language.