The Human Services Interest Area at Indiana State University gives you a flexible way to explore different fields and career paths that focus on helping people and strengthening communities.

Explore Human Services Careers  

You care about people and want a career that makes a positive impact on others—but you're still figuring out the best way to do that. Indiana State University’s Human Services Interest Area offers opportunities to gain the professional knowledge and skills you need to support individuals, families, and communities. You’ll learn what each major is all about, how they’re different, and what kinds of careers are possible! 

In the Human Services Interest Area, you’ll get a strong start toward a career that’s all about helping others. You’ll learn how to:

  • Understand what your clients need
  • Create care plans that make a difference
  • Connect people with the right resources
  • Offer support and counseling
  • Build stronger communities through outreach
  • Communicate clearly and with compassion

You’ll build these skills through classes and hands-on experiences like internships—so you’ll feel confident and career-ready no matter which major you choose.

Degree Map 

Fall 1  Spring 1  Fall 2 
English 101

3

 English 105

3

 Foundational Studies: Literary Studies

3

Foundational Studies:  Social and Behavioral Sciences

3

 Foundational Studies: Communication

3

 Foundational Studies: Fine and Performing Arts

3

Foundational Studies: Lab Science

3-4

 Foundational Studies: Quantitative Literacy/Mathematics

3

 Foundational Studies: Historical Perspectives

3

Recommended Elective

 

1-3

 Foundational Studies: Global Perspectives and Cultural Diversity

3

 Foundational Studies: Ethical and Social Responsibility 

3

Recommended Elective

3

 Recommended Elective

3

 Recommended Elective 

3

Total Credits

13-16

 Total Credits

15

 Total Credits

15