Prepare to Lead Health and Human Services Programs, Teams and Policy-Making Initiatives
Work in a social science or behavioral health field? Build the skills you need to lead with our online MS in Health and Human Services Leadership.
Are You Ready to Get Started?
Prepare to navigate the complex landscape of health and human services as a leader: earn your Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership (HHSL) online with Herzing University. Our program features:
- Fully online coursework with no in-person clinicals, practicum hours or campus visits
- Completion time of as few as 12 months of study
- Flexible scheduling that allows you to continue working while you study
- Guidance from Herzing’s experienced faculty
- Industry-informed curriculum that focuses on practical learning experiences
- Suitable for bachelor’s degree holders in any field – no healthcare experience required
- Advance or switch career paths in as little as one year
Make an Impact for People and Communities with Herzing
Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership
12 Months 31 Credits
Want to lead health and human services programs that transform lives for the better? Prepare in as little as one year of online study with Herzing. Our online MS in Health and Human Services Leadership equips you to direct teams, plan and administer programs and act as an advocate for HHS policies that make an impact.
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to:
- Apply best practices in leadership to guide teams, manage organizations and make strategic decisions in health and human services settings.
- Analyze how systems, policies, practices, legal frameworks, ethics and historical perspectives are integrated within complex health service environments.
- Analyze how multidisciplinary teams collaborate and communicate to address multifaceted health and human services issues.
- Apply research and data analysis to improve service delivery, ensuring application of evidence-based practices with a focus on emerging trends.
- Apply culturally informed knowledge to provide inclusive and effective services to diverse populations and environments.
- Advocate for policy changes and systemic improvements that promote better health and human services outcomes at local, state and national levels.
With its flexible format and practical approach, this program is ideal for practitioners in a wide range of disciplines who want to advance or change careers quickly.
What Will I Learn in the Online MS in Health and Human Services Leadership Program?
Courses in the 31-credit MSHHL cover management, policy development, community health, social work and strategic leadership or health and human services organizations.
Core Course Topics Include
- Foundations of Health and Human Services Management
- Inquiry and Information Literacy
- Communication in Health and Human Services
- Planning and Fiscal Management
- Leadership and Multidisciplinary Teams
- Strategic Planning and Program Evaluation
- Perspectives on Diversity and Global Society
- Generalist Practice with Organizations/Community
- Social Policy and Services
- Capstone
The Herzing University Difference
At Herzing, we want to help you become the leader your community needs—and help you reach your career goals. That’s why we provide:
- Convenient online education that gives you more control over your schedule
- Mentorship and guidance from faculty with experience in the fields they teach
- Practical professional education focused on authentic assessment and learning experiences that mirror the real world
You're Much More Than a Number
At Herzing, we believe that providing you with a caring, supportive community will have a positive impact on your learning experience. We know our students by name and are committed to your academic, personal, and professional success. Discover why Herzing's student-first approach, individual attention, and caring community set us apart from other colleges and universities.