Human Services

Program Overview

Make a difference in lives of all ages with Palm Beach State College's Associate in Science (A.S.) in Human Services. This immersive degree blends classroom instruction with fieldwork experiences to prepare students for careers in assessing, facilitating and coordinating services for individuals with behavioral, educational or socio-emotional needs.

This degree offers specialized concentrations designed to enhance the skills of individuals already working in human services or preparing to enter the field. Graduates are well-equipped for roles in support and treatment settings. Students choose from three concentration areas:

Addiction Studies (Code: 2391): Explore interventions and treatments to help people recover from addictions. Course content includes awareness of the history of addiction, treatment modalities and therapeutic interventions.
General (Code: AS 2345): Learn the broad scope of human services, gaining critical skills in interviewing, case management and group dynamics. You'll develop the expertise to work with various populations.
Youth Development (Code: AS 2374): Specialize in youth development needs, with emphasis on group dynamics, youth programming and behavioral and educational management.

Program Details

Admission requirements: High school diploma or GED
Location: Online and on-site at Lake Worth campus
Credits: 60
Program Length: Two years (full-time)
Start Terms: Fall, Spring and Summer. View academic calendar.
Cost: $101 per credit hour for Florida residents, plus fees. View tuition details.
Financial aid and scholarships: Apply to the Prime Time Palm Beach County scholarship (youth development) or explore other financial aid options.

This program is part of the Education, Human Services, Social & Behavioral Science Pathway. Learn More

Career Outlook

Graduates in addiction studies can pursue careers as human services specialists or behavioral health technicians. The General concentration prepares students for positions in social service, government and community agencies, as well as rehabilitation facilities and group homes. It provides a broad foundation for roles such as outreach workers and mental health technicians. Those specializing in youth development may begin as youth afterschool program assistants, family support workers or in similar youth-focused roles.

Stackable Credentials

With an A.S. in Human Services, you can:

Transfer credits seamlessly to PBSC's Bachelor of Science in Human Services.
Earn stackable college credit certificates, including PBSC's Addiction Studies certificate, Human Services certificate and Youth Development certificate.
Fulfill the training requirement needed to obtain the addiction certification provided by the Florida Certification Board (Addiction Studies concentration).

Why Choose PBSC?

Student Leadership: Get involved in the Psychology and Human Services Club, increasing mental health awareness on and off campus.
Affordable Tuition: PBSC offers some of the lowest tuition rates in Florida, making a cutting-edge human services education accessible to all.
Career-Ready Mindset: Learn from expert faculty and graduate with the skills employers need in today's human services field.
Supportive Community: Access internships, industry networking and daily interaction with faculty dedicated to your success.

How to Apply

You can apply to the A.S. in Human Services program by filling out PBSC's general application on the Admissions webpage and choosing the program code for your preferred concentration area:

Addiction Studies: 2391
General: AS 2345
Youth Development: AS 2374

Take the Next Steps

Palm Beach State College's A.S. in Human Services is your affordable, flexible and direct route to a rewarding career in a field that's shaping the future. Gain the technical, ethical and problem-solving skills employers want. Start your journey today!

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