Human services is a very broad field that stems from a single concept: helping people. Students who pursue this career pathway are driven by compassion and seek the kind of satisfaction that can only come from helping others.
Social work is most commonly associated with human services, but certainly not the only degree program. This field encompasses a long list of careers, each with its own distinct approach, philosophy, and clientele. The first step in determining which path is right for you is to consider who you want to help (minorities, children, women, elderly, military, disabled, LGBTQ+), the area on which you want to focus (substance abuse, PTSD, physical abuse, disaster relief, poverty, urban, rural), and the ways in which you want to help people (mentally, emotionally, physically). Understanding where your passion lies will help you narrow down your career options
