HUMAN SERVICES
FIND YOUR PROGRAM
Change Lives for the Better
Whether you see yourself as a leader in a community organization or taking the lead in coaching others toward performance at the next level personally or professionally, you can make a difference in many ways within the human services field. Indiana Wesleyan University offers paths in human services at the associate degree level, as well as specializations in human services leadership and in life coaching at the bachelor’s level, along with a certificate in human services to complement a number of program and career fields.
Certificates
Guide others to a better life through your service in your community. Gain the tools and expertise you need to support communities in areas such as crisis intervention, family preservation, and other social challenges. Prepare to serve the needs of communities and individuals in a number of human services settings through course studies in:
- Sociology
- Cultural anthropology
- Psychology of personality
Associate Programs
Make a difference on the lives in your community through your service. Gain the advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, a strong understanding of community resource management and development, and an awareness of the particular social needs of diverse populations. Prepare to serve communities in a number of human services settings through course studies in:
- Crisis intervention theory
- Criminal justice system
- Communication skills
Bachelor's Programs
Lead the way to a better life for those in your community. Cultivate diversified expertise that develops your leadership approach to human services settings, alongside an aptitude for critical thinking, problem solving, and organizational management. Prepare to serve through your leadership in a number of human services fields through course studies in:
- Community program development
- Social change advocacy
- Leadership within diverse settings
WHY IWU?
From our deep roots in education meaningfully enriched by a faith-filled approach to learning and achievement to our commitment to sending servant leaders into the world to succeed through service – we exist to make a difference through our students.

CHRIST-CENTERED
Jesus Christ is at the heart of Indiana Wesleyan University. In all we do we seek to serve and glorify God.

INNOVATIVE
IWU has the people, resources, and visionary leadership to take advantage of opportunities created by our fast-changing world.

PIONEERING
Since 1920, Indiana Wesleyan University has been providing quality, Christian education to residential and commuter students.

COMPREHENSIVE
Throughout a student’s entire educational journey, IWU is poised to offer support in countless ways.

EXCELLENCE
Scholarship at IWU is more than distinguished academics; it is the high quality of work that is expected from students and faculty.
The education that I received at IWU gives me the opportunity for career growth and options that I wouldn’t have had otherwise.
Jon Back – IWU Graduate


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If you’re ready to commit to your purpose through a degree at IWU, request more information by filling out the form on this page and we will be in touch!
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