Human Services

Human Services

You want to make an impact in the lives of others, and you strive for a stimulating career where you can make a meaningful difference.

Choose from a wide range of programs in the human services area, and find the support that will make a difference in your success. Your goals and aspirations are a priority for experienced, inspiring faculty leading the programs. Prepare for a wide range of careers in classes of 34 students or less and be exposed to many opportunities for community-based learning where instructors are known for their real-world experience and passion for the field.

The human services program you choose will help launch a rewarding career with the confidence, skills and knowledge required for success, whether your field is social work, gerontology, health care assistance or child and youth care.

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Student, Sarah Lawrence

Sarah Lawrence

“The Bachelor of Social Work program provided me with the skills necessary to work in the helping profession and was instrumental in providing the tools required to launch my career. It also prepared me to think critically and to authentically engage and build rapport with the clients I work with. The professors were all professionally engaged in their areas of expertise and the practice field. They were able to provide pathways to success for students and to empower them with confidence in their learning and practice. I cannot say enough amazing things about VIU and the BSW program.”


Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work