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.
"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
Human Services - unified in making real world connections.
Educating, leading and innovating through research and best practices.
To make a positive impact within our communities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Human Services Research and Innovation Center advances research and evidence-based solutions to improve health, education, and organizational outcomes in Greater Cincinnati.
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.
August 12, 2026
Researchers say a spike in temperatures during an ice age 304 million years ago could inform what climate scientists are learning about rapidly changing conditions today.
August 12, 2026
Co-op didn’t just prepare Dan McDavid, Bus ’71, for professional life — it revealed the career he wanted. The son of a coal miner-turned-factory worker, McDavid arrived at the University of Cincinnati seeking an education and a better opportunity, but he didn’t necessarily know where that path would lead.
August 11, 2026
Previously known as Human Development and Community Engagement, the School of Education program (part of the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology [CECH]) will, beginning in fall 2027, officially be known as Human and Community Development (HCD).
August 11, 2026
Sean Owens, an adjunct professor in the Donald P. Klekamp College of Law, discussed trademark law with the Dayton Daily News. Owens is also a partner at intellectual property law firm Wood Herron & Evans in Cincinnati.
August 11, 2026
UC's fall career fairs connect Bearcats with co-ops, internships, and jobs — plus free resume help, career coaching, and prep resources at the Bearcat Promise Career Studio.
August 10, 2026
Dr. Sara Medek, a UC radiation oncology professor, speaks with Local 12 news about a new clinical trial aimed at reducing radiation in certain areas while still treating cancer effectively but with fewer painful side effects.