NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

297 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF HUMAN SERVICE, HEALTH, AND JUSTICE Majors at the Institute for the Study of Human Service, Health, and Justice Human Services Administration Major The Bachelors of Science in Human Services Administration program is designed to provide students with an understanding of administration, public policy, ethics and practice in the field of Human Services Administration, in addition to a working knowledge of vulnerable and underrepresented populations. This program is suited to individuals who have the desire to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families in need through the development and administration of agencies involved in service delivery. The B.S. in Human Services Administration will provide an excellent foundation for students who intend to pursue careers in human services administration, the aviation industry, other related professions, or graduate studies in areas such as health administration, public administration, social work, and business administration. Multiple enrollment opportunities exist as courses are offered both on-site at NSU’s main campus and online providing students with greater flexibility in attending classes. The program is designed to take knowledge and skill preparation to the next level by providing real life scenarios on the many fundamental trends and issues facing professionals within the human services field today. Human Services Administration Major Learning Outcomes A successful human services administration graduate is expected to: 1. Demonstrate knowledge and application of the leadership dynamics of administrators, managers, and directors in the field of human services administration as they relate to client support, family participation, and collaborative community partnerships; 2. Demonstrate knowledge of social issues and an understanding of how common Evidenced-Based Practices are used within Human Services organizations to enhance the well-being of vulnerable populations, including assessment, rehabilitation, and family intervention practices; 3. Articulate and define the character and qualities of human services organizations unique to the community and to the community members they serve; 4. Identify the importance and functions of human resources and supervision for human services administration; 5. Demonstrate an understanding of current concepts and trends in management and their application within the field of human services; 6. Identify, evaluate, and apply legal aspects and implications for human services administration; 7. Articulate the principles of program planning and evaluation as these impact human services organizations; 8. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally, in writing, and with the use of technology such as Blackboard and Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Powerpoint); 9. Demonstrate the ability to integrate personal experiences in human services organizations with current research and emerging human service administrative issues (at the conclusion of the field placement experiences). Human Services Administration Major Curriculum The Bachelor of Science in Human Services Administration requires successful completion of 120 credit hours including 30 credit hours of General Education, 54 credit hours of major (core) courses, which include two 3-credit field placements and 36 hours of elective courses. The elective courses may be selected to count towards specific concentrations, which consist of 12‑18 credits each.