Human Services

Human services is a broad career field with the purpose of meeting human needs and improving the overall quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. Career pathways in this industry include counseling and mental health services, family and community support, and personal care services. Professionals in this field may provide direct services or work to improve access, accountability, and coordination among service providers.

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What can you do with a humanities major? More than you think

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As the U.S. economy rebounds and companies continue adding jobs, it won’t be finance or technology prowess they want most from new hires — it’s communication and critical thinking skills …

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Careers for Graduates with a Degree in Sociology

Its Not Who You Know, It’s What You Know About Them

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Graduates with a degree in sociology have completed a four year curriculum which gives them a readiness to begin variety of careers immediately. In …

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14 tips for finding a job upon graduation that is not related to your major

Let’s be honest: very few people actually end up spending forty years doing exactly what they studied at twenty-two. It’s incredibly common to wake up senior year and realize that while you have a degree in Sociology, you actually want …

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