School of Human Services

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Welcome to the School of Human Services at the University of Cincinnati. This is where you can start your path toward a meaningful and exciting career. We offer programs that prepare you for many fields, including behavior analysis, counseling, exercise science, health education, public health, school psychology, and sport administration.

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"My experience at CECH has truly been a blessing. Choosing CECH at UC was the best decision I have made and I’m grateful for it. The professors are supportive, the classes are very helpful, and I’ve learned so much through hands-on experiences. I feel I have a bright future because of everything I’ve gained here at UC."

Paige Steinbeck Sport Administration - Undergraduate Program


Vision

Human Services - unified in making real world connections.

Mission

Educating, leading and innovating through research and best practices.

Objective

To make a positive impact within our communities.


Programs

With a degree from the School of Human Services, you’ll learn and grow alongside others who want to help people and improve communities. We offer many programs designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need for a strong and meaningful career.

Undergraduate Programs

Through our Bachelor's Programs, we provide best practices based on research, along with real-world experience to prepare you for a career serving others and improving your community.

Graduate Programs

Explore a world of possibilities with our Doctorate and Master's Programs. These pathways offer numerous opportunities to elevate your career while making a positive impact on your community – including an online human services degree. Rooted in research, each program is a catalyst for shaping you into a true difference maker.

Certificates and Minors

Find new opportunities with our certificate programs. These programs help you build important skills, grow in your career, and make a positive impact in your community. Each certificate is based on strong research and supports your development as a professional.


Human Services Research and Innovation Center

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The Human Services Research and Innovation Center advances research and evidence-based solutions to improve health, education, and organizational outcomes in Greater Cincinnati.

Learn more about HSRIC.


Faculty and Staff

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Our faculty are leaders in contributing to best practices knowledge in our disciplines. All doctoral students are involved in research, with additional opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. See faculty profiles to learn about their research interests and current projects.

Learn more about our faculty.


News & Features

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UC co-op helps build career pathways at AtriCure

July 28, 2026

AtriCure, a global medical device company in Mason, Ohio, is UC’s largest biomedical engineering co-op employer, turning University of Cincinnati co-op students into full-time innovators.

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CCM welcomes new musical theatre faculty member Avery Bargassé

July 28, 2026

UC College-Conservatory of Music Dean Pete Jutras has announced the appointment of Avery Bargassé as CCM's new Assistant Professor Educator of Musical Theatre Voice. His faculty appointment officially begins on Aug. 15, 2026. Bargassé is a versatile vocalist, recording artist and voice teacher whose career spans television, popular music and classical singing. He approaches teaching from a whole-person perspective, helping students develop healthy, flexible technique that supports expressive communication across styles.

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Four outstanding preceptors recognized for shaping the next generation of nurses

July 28, 2026

Every nursing student’s journey includes a mentor who helps transform theory into practice. In hospitals, clinics, and community settings, preceptors provide hands-on guidance that helps students build confidence, refine clinical judgment, and develop the skills needed to care for patients independently. Each year, the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing recognizes outstanding clinical educators through its Outstanding Preceptor Awards. Nominated by the students they mentor, the awards honor two prelicensure preceptors and two advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) preceptors — one from the Greater Cincinnati region and one from outside the region —whose commitment to teaching has made an extraordinary impact on student learning and professional development.

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UC doctoral student shares his journey with Spectrum News

July 27, 2026

UC doctoral student Amota Ataneka spoke with Spectrum News about his educational journey. Ataneka, a native of the Pacific island nation of Kiribati, is one of 35 emerging scholars across the United States to win the National Academy of Education/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship.