BSHHS · Current · 111 CUs

Bachelor of Science, Health and Human Services

Source: WGU Program Guide·v202411·8/1/24

About This Degree

WGU Catalog 2026-03

The Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services prepares graduates for a variety of entry-level or career- building positions within the health and human services industry. Graduates will be prepared to professionally communicate with clients, care providers, care leaders, and care advocates using learned diversity, equity, and inclusivity standards. Graduates will be equipped to advocate for clients in varied contexts, such as community centers, rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities, to name a few. Graduates also will learn to navigate value-based care systems and community public health, participating as a partner to communicate plan interventions to clients, to promote client-centered holistic care, and to advocate integrated care management.

Official catalog text — WGU-authored.

Degree History

First offered2022-12StatusCurrentCUs (latest)111(was 110)

College name history

College of Health Professions→Leavitt School of Health

Program Learning Outcomes

WGU Catalog 2026-03

Official WGU-authored outcomes from the catalog Program Outcomes section.

•The graduate demonstrates compassion and empathy in the administration of health and human services.
•The graduate discusses components of managing affordable quality care with stakeholders.
•The graduate identifies the rights and community health needs of individuals and groups.

Areas of Study

9 groups · 34 courses

Course groups from the WGU Program Guide. Expand each group to see course descriptions and competencies.

Course Roster (35 courses)

WGU Catalog 2026-03

Term 1

Code	Title	CUs
D389	Learning Strategies in Higher Education	4
D269	Composition: Writing with a Strategy	3
D268	Introduction to Communication: Connecting with Others	3
C458	Health, Fitness, and Wellness	4

Term 2

Code	Title	CUs
D458	Introduction to Systems Thinking for Health Professionals	3
D390	Introduction to Health and Human Services	3
D391	Healthcare Ecosystems	3
C190	Introduction to Biology	3

Term 3

Code	Title	CUs
D265	Critical Thinking: Reason and Evidence	3
D577	Team Dynamics	3
C180	Introduction to Psychology	3
D202	Human Growth and Development	3

Term 4

Code	Title	CUs
C784	Applied Healthcare Statistics	4
D393	History of Healthcare in America	3
D394	Care for Individuals and Families	3
D203	Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology	3

Term 5

Code	Title	CUs
C804	Medical Terminology	3
D565	Cultural Awareness and Ethics	3
D396	Evidence-Based Practice for Health and Human Services	3
D568	Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health	3

Term 6

Code	Title	CUs
D398	Introduction to Pharmacology	3
D399	Introduction to Gerontology	3
D400	End-of-Life Care	3
D572	Career and Lifelong Learning	4

Term 7

Code	Title	CUs
D401	Introduction to Epidemiology	3
D402	Community and Public Health	4
D573	Understanding Substance Abuse & Addiction	3
D404	Healthcare Values and Ethics	3

Term 8

Code	Title	CUs
D579	Mental Health Awareness and Education	3
D405	Financial Resource Management and Healthcare Reimbursement	4
D406	Health Literacy for the Client and Family	3
D407	Models of Care and Healthcare Trends	3

Term 9

Code	Title	CUs
D408	Community Relations and Leadership	3
D409	Health and Human Services Professional Field Experience	3
D410	Health & Human Services Professional Capstone	3

Total: 111 CUs across 35 courses. Degree total per catalog: 111 CUs.

Capstone

Health & Human Services Professional Capstone

Health Services Professional Capstone will provide learners the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to communicate in a professional manner that supports high quality, safe client services. Learners will also engage in career and professional development within the health and human services industry. All program coursework leads to this course.

•The learner demonstrates the comprehensive knowledge and skills gained throughout the degree program to use in the health and human services industry.
•The learner demonstrates the ability to communicate in a professional manner that supports achieving high-quality, safe client care.
•The learner analyzes knowledge and skills necessary for career selection and development within the health and human services industry.

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