School of Human Services at Springfield College

school of human services
master of science program


The Master of Science degree in human services (MSHS) is designed to develop leaders who can solve human problems and build communities.

Through a focus on social analysis, critical and creative thinking, and leadership development, students gain a solid foundation to lead their communities forward as:
  • Executive directors of community-based organizations or human services agencies
  • Managers, supervisors or administrators in the public sector, governmental agencies or volunteer organizational settings
  • Practitioners in direct service delivery, consultant firms or organizational administration
Program Highlights
  • Weekend class schedule
  • Complete your degree in 16 months at full-time enrollment (9 credits per term)
  • Up to 6 graduate transfer credits accepted in which a grade of B or better was achieved
  • Supportive learning environment with seminar style classes
SHS Graduate Concentrations

Graduate students may select one of three SHS concentrations. Links to details of SHS graduate concentrations are provided below for your convenience.

Check the SHS campus in your area to see which concentrations are offered.
  1. Organizational Management and Leadership Concentration
  2. Community Counseling Psychology Concentration

  3. Mental Health Counseling Concentration
Springfield College 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797 413.748.3000
Page updated on: 03/24/2008