Human Services Schools in Virginia Beach with Degree Information

The Virginia Beach area has four schools that offer human services programs. Learn about the degree programs, admission info and program requirements for three of these schools to make an informed education decision.

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Comparison of Virginia Beach Human Services Schools

The Virginia Beach area offers a handful of options for students planning a career in human services. A bachelor's degree program is available at Virginia Wesleyan College, a small private school located about 15 miles from Virginia Beach in Norfolk, Virginia. Regent University offers a human services counseling program at the master's level, but students at this private school can also pursue related programs in psychology as undergraduates. Old Dominion University, a public school about 35 minutes from Virginia Beach, offers a bachelor's degree in human services in addition to programs in psychology and counseling.

	Virginia Wesleyan College	Regent University	Old Dominion University
Human Services Degree Programs Offered	Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services/Social Work	Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling	Bachelor of Science in Human Services Human Services Minor
Related Programs Offered	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Bachelor of Arts in Sociology	Associate of Arts in Psychology Bachelor of Science in Psychology Master of Arts in Counseling	Bachelor of Science in Psychology Master of Science in Psychology Master of Science in Education in Counseling
School Type	4-year, private non-profit	4-year, private non-profit	4-year, public
Total Enrollment (2011)	1,404*	5,568*	24,753*
Campus Setting	Large city	Large city	Midsize city
Tuition & Fees (2011-2012)	$29,680*	$12,340*	$6,566, in-state; $18,128, out of state
% of Undergraduate Students Receiving Grant or Scholarship Aid (2011)	91%*	86%*	47%*
Acceptance Rate (2011)	86%*	82%*	75%*
Retention Rate (2010-2011)	64% for full time students*	76% for full time students; 53% for part time students*	80% for full time students; 62% for part time students*
Undergraduate Graduation Rate (2011)	48% (37% transfer out rate)*	33%*	50% (22% transfer-out rate)*
Distance from Downtown	14.8 mi. (22 min.)	16.3 mi. (23 min.)	22.5 mi. (36 min.)

Source: *NCES College Navigator.

Degrees at Virginia Wesleyan College

Virginia Wesleyan College features a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and 34 major areas of study. In addition to a health and human services major, the school offers undergraduate degrees in psychology and criminal justice.

Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services/Social Work

The bachelor's degree program in health and human services includes courses in public administration, developmental psychology and social work research methods. Students must also complete a 36-hour internship with a social services agency. In addition, the program includes general studies and elective courses that allow students to specialize in such areas as domestic violence, child welfare and mental health.

Degrees at Regent University

The master's degree program in human services counseling is available through the university's School of Psychology and Counseling. This school also offers undergraduate psychology degrees as well as graduate programs in professional counseling, counselor education and clinical psychology.

Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling

The human services counseling program is for professionals whose jobs may include informal counseling duties, such as medical professionals and teachers. Program coursework can be completed online in as little as one year and covers counseling skills for couples, families, children and adolescents. Students also learn how to work with groups and communities. In addition to completing coursework, students attend a 5-day residency.

Degrees at Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University's Department of Counseling and Human Services offers undergraduate programs that are available online and on campus. Students interested in a graduate program can also find degrees in mental health, college and school counseling.

Human Services Minor

The minor in human services requires 15 credit hours of core and elective courses. These cover such topics as intervention strategies for children, interpersonal skills and diversity issues in human services.

Bachelor of Science in Human Services

Old Dominion University's human services bachelor's degree program requires students to complete coursework in human services methods, diversity, career development, program development and fundraising. They must also complete field observations and an internship. Program graduates can apply for voluntary credentials from the National Organization for Human Services. They can also pursue entry-level positions with criminal justice, community, social service and hospice organizations.

Other School Options

Tidewater Community College offers an Associate of Applied Science in Human Services. The school is located about 18 miles from downtown Virginia Beach.

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