Human Services and Rehabilitation 

Overview

Why Human Services and Rehabilitation major at Bay Path University ?

The Human Services and Rehabilitation major helps advance students working in social, medical, rehabilitation, and human service settings, as well as those intending to move directly into support and human service jobs.

The Human Services & Rehabilitation program incorporates and supports the 12 national standards set by the Human Services Research Institute, the highest expectations in the field. As a student in the program, you will:

• Prepare to meet various human needs through an interdisciplinary knowledge base.

• Focus on prevention, as well as remediation of problems.

• Develop the skills and knowledge to work in a variety of direct-service roles.

• Employ appropriate assessment theory and delivery models.

• Evaluate community resources to assist and support clients.

• Apply the appropriate skills to treat individuals with developmental disabilities.

• Advance the independence, integration, and full participation of individuals with rehabilitation needs in the workforce and the community.

As part of this degree program, students will participate in a 120-hour practicum.  This is a great opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience while also applying the concepts and skills they are learning throughout their coursework.

Human Services & Rehabilitation Careers After Bay Path

• Adult Day Care Worker

• Case Worker

• Crisis Intervention Counselor

• Rehabilitation Case Worker

• Residential Manager

• Social Service Aide

• Social Service Liaison

Accreditation

Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)