Human Services
Your calling to serve others starts with Malone’s human services program
At Malone, we believe that service is a calling—one that requires both heart and skill to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in society. Our human services program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, practical experience, and faith-based values to make a real difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Experience personalized mentorship from professors who want to offer you both academic guidance and practical, real-world insights to prepare you for a fulfilling career. As you embark on a journey to serve the most vulnerable in our society, you will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and resilience to navigate both the challenges and the rewarding moments that come with a life devoted to service.
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Human services at Northeast Ohio’s only Bible-based university
Join Malone’s close-knit community of like-minded people who share a passion for helping others. Here, you’ll be encouraged and challenged to grow professionally and personally. You’ll study alongside other students who are committed to making a difference and living out their faith through their work. Together, you’ll find creative solutions to the complex issues facing individuals and communities.
- Become a change-agent equipped to serve in diverse communities
- Reflect a Christ-centered approach to helping others
- Gain hands-on experience in court systems and social service organizations
Jobs and career paths with a human services degree
Our human services program will help you engage in both classwork and hands-on experiences that will prepare you for meaningful careers upon graduation. Some of these careers include:
- Rehabilitation Specialist
- Victim Advocate
- Crisis Intervention Specialist
- Case Manager
- Healthcare Navigator
- Mental Health Counselor
- Human Resources Specialist
“Studying human services has allowed me to explore the aspects of psychology that interested me and the sides of social work that I enjoyed learning. I use the skills I’ve gained in this major and my internship at First Glance every day in my work as a flight attendant.”
Hannah Fogelman
Program Distinctives
Rewarding hands-on opportunities
Our program prepares you for a fulfilling career in human services by providing you with the academic foundation and practical skills that employers are seeking. With a strong network of alumni and community partnerships, you’ll be equipped with exceptional skills learned through hands-on experience that is fit to find meaningful employment upon graduation.
Personal student-faculty mentorship
Our faculty are not just educators—they are experienced professionals who are deeply invested in their communities and in your success. Through one-on-one mentoring, you’ll receive guidance from professors who have worked in the human services field and can offer you practical insights and real-world applications.
Human Services Internship Opportunities
Through Malone’s human services program, you’ll have opportunities to build up the strengths of our communities each and every day.
Students have found rewarding internship opportunities in organizations such as:
- Rahab Ministries
- Hannah’s House 119
- Lighthouse Ministries
- Tiqvah
- Stark County Child and Family Services
- First Glance
Human Services Minors
Want to supplement your human services major with other impactful skills? Enhance your resume by pairing this program with minors such as:
Psychology minor
Malone’s psychology minor integrates Christian faith with the scientific study of human behaviors. You’ll explore the complexities of the mind and emotions through a biblical lens, gaining a unique perspective that prepares you to serve others in meaningful ways.
Peace and Reconciliation minor
As an expression of Malone’s Friends heritage, the peace and reconciliation minor guides students through integrating the teachings of the peace tradition into another course of study. Whether you come from a background that is committed to pacifism or not, this minor will help inform your approach to conflict resolution.
Selected courses in this program
- PSYC 121 – Introduction to Psychology
- MATH/PSYC 140 – Introduction to Statistics
- PSYC 220 – Psychology of Human Development
- PSYC 320 – Infant and Child Psychology
- PSYC 344 – Abnormal Psychology
- SWK 347 – Practice with Families and Groups
- SWK 348 – Community and Organizational Development
Faith Integration
We approach human services from a unique perspective rooted in compassion, justice, and love. We see every person as a child of God, deserving of dignity, care, and support. Our program emphasizes not only professional development but also spiritual growth, helping you integrate your faith into your calling. You’ll be encouraged to serve with empathy and integrity, applying biblical principles to address societal challenges.
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Impact starts with you. Whether you’re looking to support those in need, or instill hope into the people of your community, we’ll walk alongside you every step of the way!
Apply to Malone today!