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Program Overview
Welcome to the Master of Health and Human Services program at Youngstown State University (YSU)—a 100% online degree designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals like you. Our program marries convenience with quality to equip future leaders in the health and human services sector.
The curriculum of our Master’s program is thoughtfully designed to ensure a comprehensive understanding of health and human services. It includes a total of 30 semester hours, encompassing core courses like Research in Health and Human Services, Global Health and Human Services Systems, and Legal and Ethical Issues in Health and Human Services.
Students will take core classes and then choose from three tracks, health care administration, health promotion or health informatics. Those in the health care administration will have the option to work toward their Health Services Executive (HSE) credentials after completing the NAB requirements of and completion of a 1,000-hour Administrator in Training (AIT), and successful passing of licensure exams in home & community based services, residential care/assisted living, and nursing home administration.
Electives enable you to delve deeper into specialized areas of interest, such as Aging in Health and Human Services, Mental Health and Addiction, or Health Disparities and Social Justice, among others. Students have the choice of doing a thesis or internship based on their career goals and choice of track.
Graduates emerge well-equipped to undertake leadership roles in diverse settings, including hospitals, NGOs, community health agencies, and government organizations. Our insightful curriculum, coupled with the rising demand for healthcare services, drives rewarding career opportunities.
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in the health domain are expected to grow 15% in the decade leading up to 2029—an optimistic projection that’s much faster than average. With our Master’s degree, shifting career paths or advancing in your existing profession is more feasible than ever.
Enroll in the Master of Health and Human Services at Youngstown State University and fuel your passion to make a difference in people’s lives. Ours is not just a degree, but a convenient pathway to excellence in the health and human services field.
Speak to a Faculty Member
Dr. Dan Van Dussen, PhD
Program Director
djvandussen@ysu.edu
Nearly 11,000 students
Over $8 Million in Scholarships Given Annually
21 Average Class Size
5 University Residence Halls with plenty of nearby apartments
14:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Instructional, General and Technology fees are required of all graduate students except where noted). Although the graduate bulk-rate band is from 12-18 hours, graduate students are considered full-time for academic purposes at 6 hours and above.
For a complete list of additional fees and detailed tuition information please visit the University Bursar website here.
Cost of the most popular room and meal plan combination; Your cost will depend on the plans you select. Costs in the box cover the most popular room and meal plan combination (on-campus); If you choose to live off-campus, the estimated cost of room and meals will be around $12,000 based on 12 months.
Based on average books & supply costs
Health insurance is required for international students.
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GRE is NOT required
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The graduate faculty members at Youngstown State University are highly qualified and successful in research, scholarly and creative works. Our programs offer the latest developments in research and technology. Most importantly the college highly values teaching. This means that the focus is on you and your professional development. Graduate programs are designed to provide you with growth in both theory and practice. Field experiences are available and encouraged. In addition, there are many opportunities to engage in research, scholarship and creative works with faculty members.
Fall 2024
application deadline is
May 1, 2024
