Doctor of Philosophy in Human Services
School of Human Services
Social and Community Services Specialization
Prepare yourself for community leadership by deepening your knowledge of contemporary societal issues and contributing to field through your own doctoral research. The curriculum for this Social and Community Services specialization offers in-depth study of major community and social work issues and social science research, along with elective courses that allow you to focus on areas that reflect your professional interests and career goals. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing higher education faculty positions, or advanced research, consulting or leadership positions in public or private organizations focused on serving community needs. The residential colloquia experience
As a doctoral learner, you will attend three one-week colloquia at specific stages in your program, in addition to your online courses. These energizing residencies provide you with insights and knowledge that will be valuable during your doctoral studies and beyond. Learn more about residential colloquia:
Total Program:
120
quarter credits
Next Start Date: January 5, 2009
Cost Per Quarter:
$4,335.00
78% of our learners receive aid.
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Core Courses
- HS8002 - Advanced Research in Adult Human Development and Behavior - 4 quarter credits
- HS8300 - Diversity in the Workplace - 4 quarter credits
- HS8415 – Advanced Professional Scientific Ethics - 4 quarter credits
- HS8106 - Epistemology of Practice Knowledge - 4 quarter credits
- HS8100 - Fundamentals of Social Science Research* - 4 quarter credits
- HS8111 - Quantitative Research Methods in the Human Services* - 4 quarter credits
- HS8112 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
- HS8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
Specialization Courses
- HS8103 - Principles and Practice of Social Work - 4 quarter credits
- HS8413 - Social Influences of Behavior - 4 quarter credits
- HS8447 - Applied/Clinical Sociology - 4 quarter credits
- HS8453 - Prevention and Causes of Child Abuse - 4 quarter credits
- HS8476 - Methods of Family Research - 4 quarter credits
- HS8478 - The Family in Social Context - 4 quarter credits
- HS8745 - Grief and Bereavement Counseling
- CES8764 - Contemporary Issues in Compulsive and Addictive Behavior Treatment - 4 quarter credits
- HS9919 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination* - 4 quarter credits
- HS9920 - Dissertation Courseroom* - non-credit
- HS9921 - Dissertation Research 1* - 5 quarter credits
- HS9922 - Dissertation Research 2* - 5 quarter credits
- HS9923 - Dissertation Research 3* - 5 quarter credits
- HS9924 - Dissertation Research 4* - 5 quarter credits
Eight Elective Courses
- Choose any graduate courses
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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