Human Services Administration

Why This Certificate is For You

The 12-credit graduate certificate in Human Services Administration is designed to strengthen the qualifications and marketability of established human services professionals who do not possess a graduate degree but have a B.A./B.S. degree and many years of practical experience.

This certificate aligns with the M.S. in Human Services Administration.

Program Type

Certificate

CERT

School

College of Public Affairs

Locations/Format

UBalt Campus

Cost

Tuition and Fees
UBalt offers regional, in-state tuition for select out-of-state areas.

Requirements

All Certificate Requirements

A 12-Credit Graduate Certificate

This aligns with the the M.S. in Human Services Administration program.

No test requirements for admission.

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Graduate Certificate in Human Services Administration

Stackable credentials

The Graduate Certificate in Human Services Administration is a great way to explore graduate-level coursework and get a head start if you decide to continue into the M.S. in Human Services Administration program.

Flexible scheduling

Designed with working professionals in mind, classes for this certificate are offered in the evenings. This program is 12 credits and can be completed in as little as one year.

Professional networking

You’ll be part of engaging discussions with other career-minded students and faculty who are practitioners in their field.

Learn more about the Admission Process.

What Our Graduates Do

Students who complete this certificate will be well-positioned to benefit the state and the region by improving the quality of human services and organizational effectiveness in areas that include but are not limited to corporate, governmental, nonprofit and community settings.

Common Roles

Case Manager
Community Outreach Coordinator
Family Support Supervisor
Case Manager Supervisor

A Message from Dean Roger Hartley

We believe that public service is the highest of callings, and an opportunity to spend a fantastic career improving lives.

Roger E. Hartley Dean, College of Public Affairs

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Admission Information

Qualifications

A qualified candidate will have a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA from a regionally accredited college or university.
Applicants who do not meet all of these qualifications may, with the approval of the program's admission committee, be accepted if there is space available. Additional criteria may apply; see the UBalt Graduate Catalog for further information.

Apply Online

Let us know when you are ready to earn your master's degree by applying to the program. Our online application will only take you a few minutes to complete. Before you submit the application, you’ll be asked to use your credit card or bank account to pay the $50 application fee.
A Statement of Personal Interest can be submitted electronically as part of the online application.
Insider tips: The earlier you apply and submit a completed application, the faster you’ll receive an admission decision. Each one of your supporting admission documents may be sent individually. Your admission portal will keep track of what the UBalt Admission team has received.
- When you attend an information session or discuss your application with an Admission counselor be sure to get your application fee waiver code and save yourself $50.

Submit your transcripts from all previous institutions

Official transcript(s). Request that an official transcript of all prior college or university work (including graduate courses, if applicable) be sent directly from each institution attended; electronic transcripts are encouraged.

Letter of Recommendation