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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Human Services & Counseling at Lindsey Wilson University offers an affordable, flexible, and career-focused degree that provides a strong academic and hands-on foundation for entering the helping professions.

Why Choose Human Services & Counseling

We designed our program to support your success:

  • Study in-person at our A.P. White Campus in Columbia, Kentucky
  • Choose 100% fully online program for maximum flexibility
  • Learn from dedicated faculty with real-world experience in mental health, substance abuse, trauma, play therapy, and more
  • Develop practical skills through coursework informed by real-world human services practice
  • Experience a program committed to empathy, ethical leadership, and respect for humanity A transfer-friendly
  • Human services curriculum built for the real world

Curriculum & Learning Experience

Our human services curriculum blends theory and practice, offering a broad foundation in behavioral and social sciences. Courses are taught by experienced faculty with diverse backgrounds in:

  • Case management
  • Substance use treatment
  • Intimate partner violence intervention
  • Community mental health
  • Career guidance and vocational counseling
  • Child and adolescent services

Career Outcomes & Opportunities

Graduates of our Human Services & Counseling program will be prepared to:

  • Understand human behavior and development across the lifespan
  • Apply basic counseling theories and interpersonal techniques
  • Recognize ethical and professional standards in human services
  • Develop assessment and intervention skills
  • Understand how agencies and community-based organizations function
  • Build a foundation for graduate-level Human Services or Counseling programs

Potential Career Paths Include:

This degree prepares you for entry-level roles in the human services and counseling fields, including:

  • Case Manager
  • Mental Health Support Specialist
  • Community Outreach Worker
  • Social Services Coordinator
  • Residential Counselor
  • Family Services Specialist
  • Group Home Worker

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