Human Services (Minor)
With this minor, you will learn the roles and functions of the human services profession, characteristics of human growth and development; characteristics of human services agencies; theories and skills of human services and working with specialized populations.
Human Services (Minor)
Description
What is this program at ODU like?
With this minor, you will learn the roles and functions of the human services profession, characteristics of human growth and development; characteristics of human services agencies; theories and skills of human services and working with specialized populations.
Program Highlights
What makes this program at ODU unique?
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Accredited by Council for Standards in Human Service Education
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Finish in five courses (15 credit hours)
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Classes offered on-campus or online
Courses
What are some courses offered in this program at ODU?
HMSV 341:
Introduction to Human Services
Students will learn about human services, the helping process, and the role and function of the human service worker. Students will be exposed to local and state human services facilities. A grade of C or better is required. Prerequisites: ENGL 211C or ENGL 221C or ENGL 231C.
HMSV 339:
Interpersonal Relations
Students will learn concepts and theories of interpersonal relationships. Development of skills necessary for effective communication will be stressed. Prerequisites: ENGL 211C or ENGL 221C or ENGL 231C.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for this program at ODU?
Students entering the Minor program in this program should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
Ways to Save
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Next Steps
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Human Services Program Director
Name:
Jennifer Simmons
Location:
2130 EDUCATION BUILDING, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
757-683-4722
Human Services Online Program Director
Name:
Mark Rehfuss
Location:
2107 EDUCATION BUILDING, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
757-683-5511
Undergraduate Admissions
Location:
1004 Rollins Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-3255
Email:
admissions@odu.edu
International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
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