Assumption University’s Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies (HSRS) program provides a strong foundation for work in a variety of health, disability and human service-related fields such as organizations providing services to children, adolescents, adults and older adults. A distinctive aspect of the curriculum is its unique full-time, semester-long internship program.
If you would like to pursue a career to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, the bachelor's degree in human services and rehabilitation studies is an excellent choice. Assumption’s program is unique in that it combines a strong liberal arts education with professional skills training that will enable you to serve a wide range of client populations with various behavioral, emotional, physical, rehabilitation and social needs. Our faculty will work closely with you to help you navigate your academic and career goals.
A significant distinction of Assumption’s HSRS curriculum is a required internship that enables students to develop and refine the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for working as a human service professional. Students complete a 400-hour internship in a human service setting where they are supported and supervised by a faculty member as well as other personnel.
Benefits and Features of a Bachelor’s Degree in HSRS
Complete a required 400-hour internship in a human services setting, positioning you for employment immediately upon graduation.
Assist with or participate in research studies.
Benefit from our location in Worcester, where we are surrounded by dozens of health and human services agencies and one of the largest school systems in Massachusetts.
Work towards a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling during your senior year by completing a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years.
Prepare for graduate school in programs like counseling psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, rehabilitation counseling, school counseling, school psychology, child life, special education, social work and speech-language pathology.
Cinzia Pica, Ed.D.Department Chair, Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies
Chair, Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies
Director of the Women’s Studies Program
Professor, Human Services & Rehabilitation Studies
Lea Christo, MSW, LICSW, BCPA
Associate Professor of Practice, Human Services & Rehab Studies
Director, Health Advocacy Program
Faculty, MBA in Health Care Management
Coordinator of Resiliency in Helping Professions Certificate Program
Join us for our Admitted Students day and discover what makes Assumption University so special! You'll have the opportunity to take an in-depth look at our academic programs and campus life with other prospective students. Currents students and alumni will be available to give you insight into clu ...
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Spend the day as a student at Assumption University! Prospective students will attend class with current Greyhounds and other prospective Greyhounds. Meet our professors, dine in Taylor Dining Hall, and take a personalized tour of campus. For accepted students only - space is limited daily.
Spend the day as a student at Assumption University! Prospective students will attend class with current Greyhounds and other prospective Greyhounds. Meet our professors, dine in Taylor Dining Hall, and take a personalized tour of campus. For accepted students only - space is limited daily.
Join us for our Admitted Students day and discover what makes Assumption University so special! You'll have the opportunity to take an in-depth look at our academic programs and campus life with other prospective students. Currents students and alumni will be available to give you insight into clu ...
Read more
Spend the day as a student at Assumption University! Prospective students will attend class with current Greyhounds and other prospective Greyhounds. Meet our professors, dine in Taylor Dining Hall, and take a personalized tour of campus. For accepted students only - space is limited daily.
Spend the day as a student at Assumption University! Prospective students will attend class with current Greyhounds and other prospective Greyhounds. Meet our professors, dine in Taylor Dining Hall, and take a personalized tour of campus. For accepted students only - space is limited daily.
Assumption University seeks students who will take full advantage of the extraordinary opportunities available to them. Start your journey and apply today. We look forward to reviewing your application!
